Celebrity biographies often hide truths, but a messy divorce has revealed what Bravo would never say: Drew Sidora makes $26,000 per episode on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Published on June 12, 2026, by Ciku Njuguna and reviewed by Kola Muhammed, this article uncovers the financial details exposed during her long-term divorce battle with Ralph Pittman.
Key Takeaways
- Divorce court documents show Drew Sidora earns about $26,000 per episode on RHOA, with season 17 earnings estimated at $456,000.
- Drew Sidora and Ralph Pittman both filed for divorce on February 27, 2023, ending nearly nine years of marriage.
- The divorce was finalized on June 8, 2026, with joint legal custody of their children.
- The court ordered Sidora to pay $2,218 monthly child support for Machai and Aniya.
- Michael Jordan's son, Marcus Jordan, denied any family connection to Drew Sidora.
How Much Does Drew Sidora Make Per Episode?
Court documents obtained by TMZ in June 2026 revealed that Drew Sidora earned about $26,000 per episode since 2025, up from $22,500. Earlier reports showed her average gross monthly income was $12,066, while ex-husband Ralph Pittman earned about $71,524 per month. Her income includes acting residuals, RHOA appearance fees, sponsored social media partnerships, and personal appearance fees. Court findings later revealed she earned about $352,000 in season 15 and $380,000 in season 16. In season 17, her RHOA earnings are estimated at $456,000. She also recorded $19,000 in residuals and royalty income and $83,000 from other employment in 2024. At the final trial, Pittman's gross monthly income was $27,449, while Sidora's was $38,260.40.
What Is Drew Sidora's Net Worth?
According to Celebrity Net Worth and Cosmopolitan, Drew Sidora's net worth ranges between $1 million and $2.5 million. Her primary income sources are acting, singing, and TV personality work.
Drew Sidora's Acting Career
Drew Sidora made her screen debut at age nine in the Fox TV film Divas. Her breakthrough came in 2004 with a recurring role as Chantel in Disney Channel's That's So Raven and a part in White Chicks. She later starred as Lucy Avila in the 2006 dance film Step Up and appeared in Wild Hogs in 2007. With 57 acting credits, she also has production and songwriting credits. One of her most acclaimed performances was in the 2013 biographical film CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story, where she portrayed Tionne 'T-Boz' Watkins. Sidora joined RHOA as a full-time cast member in season 13 in 2020. In 2025, she appeared in the film Run as Britney Sidora and played dual roles in the 2026 film Twin.
Drew Sidora's Music and Brand Partnerships
Sidora signed with Slip-N-Slide Records in December 2008 and released the single Juke It in 2010. She also recorded Till the Dawn and For the Love for the Step Up soundtrack. In March 2025, she released I Did It to Me, a nine-track album blending soulful melodies with contemporary R&B. Earlier singles include Throw Us Away, Affirmations Pt. II, and I Got 5 on It (Love Languages).
A Look at Drew Sidora's Family Background
Drew Sidora has three children: Josiah (born March 21, 2011) from a previous relationship, and Machai David Pittman and Aniya Grace Pittman with Ralph Pittman. Ralph formally adopted Josiah during their relationship.
Drew Sidora's Divorce from Ralph Pittman
Drew Sidora and Ralph Pittman both filed for divorce on February 27, 2023, after nearly nine years of marriage. Sidora's filing stated there was no chance of reconciliation. In a June 2023 interview with People, she said the divorce resulted from a culmination of things that should not happen in a marriage, including inability to apologize, work through issues, and care about her emotional state. Pittman responded that they made the difficult decision to move on, prioritizing their children. In November 2025, Sidora revealed at BravoCon that Pittman still lived in the basement of their shared home. The court later ordered Sidora to vacate the Georgia residence by May 31, 2026.
Why Did Drew Sidora Lose Custody of Her Kids?
Ralph Pittman received primary physical custody during the school year, with Sidora having parenting time on alternating weekends, following allegations of excessive school absences while in her care. Sidora addressed the decision on X (Twitter), stating she remains committed to co-parenting and being the best mother. Her legal team said the order was temporary. On June 8, 2026, the divorce was finalized. A Gwinnett County Superior Court judge issued final orders, including a permanent parenting plan, child support, and a media-disclosure restriction. Sidora was ordered to pay $2,218 per month in child support for Machai and Aniya. Pittman was awarded ownership of their $1.9 million home, a 9,220-square-foot property with 6 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. Pittman must pay Sidora $145,054.12 as her equitable share of the home's net equity.
Who Is Drew Sidora Dating Now?
During the season 17 premiere of RHOA, Drew attended Porsha Williams' Mystic Island couples dinner with music producer Blakk Tatted. On RHOA Season 17, episode 7, via Bravo, she said she doesn't know what the future holds and can't make another man happy right now.
FAQs
- What is Drew Sidora's age? Born May 1, 1985, she is 41 as of 2026.
- What is Drew Sidora famous for? She has been on The Real Housewives of Atlanta since 2020.
- Is Drew Sidora still married to Ralph Pittman? Their divorce was finalized in June 2026.
- Why did Drew Sidora lose custody of her kids? Ralph Pittman was granted temporary primary physical custody after allegations of excessive school and therapy absences.
- Is Drew Sidora related to Michael Jordan? Claims made on RHOA were denied by Michael Jordan's son.
- Does Drew Sidora have a company? She operates through Drew Sidora LLC, managing brand partnerships and personal appearance bookings.
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