Apollo Edard Nida was born in 1978 in Georgia, United States. He is of mixed ethnicity, with an African American father and a white mother of Italian-American descent. Raised primarily by his mother, Apollo's father was largely absent from his life, making only sporadic appearances. After completing high school, Apollo worked as a car repossession agent.
Apollo met Phaedra Parks in 1995 through mutual friends. At the time, Apollo was 17, and Phaedra was 23 and attending college. Despite their age difference, they began a relationship that would extend over the years, eventually leading to marriage. The couple married in 2009 in Buckhead, Atlanta. Together, they have two sons: Ayden Adonis Nida, born in 2010, and Dylan Nida, born in 2013.
In 1997, Apollo was convicted of racketeering and possession of stolen goods and served time in prison. After his release, he rekindled his relationship with Phaedra. However, in 2014, Apollo was arrested again, this time for bank fraud and identity theft. He later pled guilty and was sentenced to eight years in federal prison. His recurring legal issues placed significant strain on his personal and professional life.
While incarcerated, Apollo focused on bodybuilding and personal fitness, significantly transforming his physique. Following his release in the early 2000s, he pursued a career as a personal trainer. With support from Phaedra, who invested $50,000, he launched NidaFitness, a fitness brand offering workout tips and gear. The couple also collaborated on a fitness DVD released in 2012, intended to expand their business in the health and wellness industry.
| Net Worth 2021: | 400 thousand |
