Ja’Marr Chase sparked dating rumors after posting a couple of photos of him kissing and embracing a mystery girl. The intimate shots, shared on his Instagram story without any caption, left fans buzzing with curiosity.
Despite not sharing a caption that would have made it easy to track the mystery girl, there were some clues as to who this lover would be. Amid the media speculation, internet sleuths were eager to identify the mystery girl Chase was seen with.
Who Is the Mystery Girl?
Her name is Deja Nicole Hiott, a 28-year-old entrepreneur, model, and a proud mother of three. Deja’s been building her presence online for years, starting way back in 2016 when she began posting modelling photos on Instagram and even before as a Tumblr girl.
From swimwear to streetwear, she posed for various brands, showing off both style and presence, and one detail that set her apart? A distinctive back tattoo featuring Kanji symbols (or Japanese) which mean “Love, Life, Laugh,” along with a yin-yang symbol in the middle. That tattoo became something of a signature for early followers.
But her feed wasn’t just about aesthetics. Deja shifted gears when she started documenting her pregnancy and transition into motherhood. She opened up about her real experiences, like her first labor that lasted three grueling days before ending in a C-section. That raw honesty made her relatable and helped her following grow fast.
Now, as a mom of three, she embraces motherhood. On Mother’s Day, she posted a tribute to herself saying, “I got 3 of them thangssss lol… The far most important and rewarding role I play in this life.” She added, “The goal is to provide a peaceful happy fulfilling life for them… I DO THIS SH*T with ease!!”
What sets Deja apart is how openly she blends motherhood, ambition, and real-life challenges, all while keeping it stylish and unapologetically herself. And it’s not just about parenting updates; she still carries that early fashion model energy, now layered with the grit and confidence of someone who’s lived a lot in just under three decades.
What Is Her Ethnicity?
During a Q&A session on her YouTube channel, Deja Hiott shared specific details about her ethnic background. She explained, “My mom is Italian and Irish and a little bit Scottish.”
As for her father, she said, “I think my dad is Black and I just found out the other day my mom told me that he was Indian, so that he’s Black and Indian.”
While she admitted some uncertainty, Deja described her heritage as a mix of Italian, Irish, Scottish, Black, and Native American ancestry, offering a rare personal glimpse into her family roots.
What Does She Do For a Living?
Deja Hiott makes a living as an Instagram model and entrepreneur. She started gaining traction on Instagram by modeling for various streetwear and swimwear brands and continues to post branded and lifestyle content to her growing audience.
Beyond modeling, she runs her own skincare business, DN Skincare, which offers beauty and wellness products under her personal brand.
In addition to that, she is currently training to become a certified Pilates instructor, regularly sharing her progress and workouts on social media.
These ventures reflect her focus on style, beauty, and fitness, forming the core of her professional life.
Her Children From Past Relationships with NBA and NFL Players
Deja Hiott’s first child is a son named Kalle Alexander Bryant, whom she shares with former NFL wide receiver Martavis Bryant. While the details of their relationship timeline are limited, it’s known that they dated and had Kalle together. Deja hasn’t shared much publicly about the dynamics of that relationship, but she has attended several games when Martavis was playing for the Raiders.
Later, Deja got engaged to former NBA player Gerald Green in August 2020. The couple welcomed their first child together, a son named Silas Asa Green, just a month after the engagement. They went on to have a second child, a daughter named Giana. Their relationship eventually ended under serious circumstances. Deja publicly accused Gerald of both physical and emotional abuse.
Since then, she hasn’t spoken in detail about the situation, choosing instead to focus on her kids and career.
Her Relationship with Ja’Marr Chase
Ja’Marr Chase and Deja Hiott have recently been spending time together, and their connection has become more apparent with each quiet clue. While Chase, who has recently signed the biggest deal of his career in March, didn’t tag or name her in his now-viral Instagram Story or any of his previous posts, but they have been following each other and also vacationing together for a few months now. Meanwhile, Deja also follows the Cincinnati Bengals on Instagram.
What’s more, the two were recently spotted in Milan, Italy, where they attended an AC Milan game. They were also out on a romantic outing in Costa Rica in March. Although neither posted photos of each other, their individual updates from the same location around the same time made it clear they were there together. It’s another subtle but telling sign of their growing bond.
Both Chase and Hiott appear to be keeping things low-key for now. There haven’t been public declarations or an obvious couple of posts, but the soft-launch energy is undeniable.
Between the intimate IG story and the Milan trip, it’s clear their relationship is evolving, even if they haven’t confirmed it publicly yet.