Kendra Wilkinson

Kendra Wilkinson

Kendra Wilkinson (Kendra Leigh Wilkinson) was born on June 12th, 1985 and is currently 39 years old. Kendra Wilkinson was born in San Diego, California, USA.

Kendra Wilkinson is an American TV personality and real estate agent, born on June 12, 1985. She first became famous as one of Hugh Hefner's girlfriends and for starring in the reality show The Girls Next Door (2005–2009), which showed her life in the Playboy Mansion. Though she was not a Playboy Playmate, she appeared in three nude photo shoots with co-stars Holly Madison and Bridget Marquardt. Later, she had her own reality shows, Kendra (2009–2011) and Kendra on Top (2012–2017). After taking a four-year break from TV, she made a comeback as a real estate agent and starred in Kendra Sells Hollywood (2021–2023), a real estate-focused show that lasted two seasons.

Reality television is not for everyone, and many people don’t watch much TV at all. With reality shows, the people featured are often portrayed as stereotypes or exaggerated versions of themselves. However, Sliding into Home does not begin with the fun and carefree Kendra Wilkinson that viewers of her reality shows might expect. Instead, it presents her real story.

If Sliding into Home had to be summed up in one word, that word would be brave. Kendra didn’t have to share these personal details with the public, but she did. Her account of her teenage years is not exaggerated for drama—everything is told in a mature and reflective way. She acknowledges her past choices, accepts that they shaped who she is today, and never places blame on others for her rebellious and troubled youth.

By sharing the story of her early years before she became part of the Playboy Mansion, Kendra helps readers understand why she often said Hugh Hefner “saved” her. She also provides insight into her time at the mansion, her relationship with Hef, and her feelings toward Holly and Bridget, revealing what that phase of her life was really like.

One of the most engaging parts of the book is her story of meeting and falling in love with her husband, Hank. The struggles she faced during that time feel real—especially the decision to leave behind a familiar and secure life in pursuit of an uncertain but hopeful future. Her transition to a very different lifestyle is presented in an honest way, without glamorization, making it a great companion to her reality show, Kendra.

While the Playboy world may not appeal to everyone, the concept behind The Girls Next Door was intriguing enough to attract many viewers. The first five seasons of the show featured Kendra, Holly, and Bridget together, and their dynamic made the series enjoyable. Kendra’s own reality show provided a different perspective, but some fans may still miss seeing the trio together.

Reading Sliding into Home offers a deeper look at Kendra Wilkinson beyond her public persona. It shows her as a real person with her own thoughts, struggles, and emotions, making it a worthwhile read for those interested in her journey.

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