Clifton Pettie Biography
Clifton Pettie is a reality television personality, entrepreneur, and consultant who became widely known for his appearance on the TV series Ready to Love.
He started his career in 2005 as a Senior Project Scheduler at Northrop Grumman Corporation. He has since made appearances on other TV shows, including Love & Marriage DC. On Love & Marriage, his relationship with Joi Carter became a central storyline.
Clifton Pettie Age
Pettie’s date and year of birth are not publicly known. He is, however, said to be in his late 40s as of 2025. Around 47 years old.
Clifton Pettie’s Career and Rise to Fame
Before TV, Clifton worked in project management and consulting. According to a Bossip article about his engagement, he’s a “Project Management Consulting Company owner.”
He first appeared in Ready to Love (2018), where singles explored romantic compatibility in public. His appearance there led to his pairing with Joi Carter. From their bond on Ready to Love, they moved to Love & Marriage: DC, which documents the journey of committed couples in Washington, D.C.
On Love & Marriage: DC, Clifton, and Joi share their personal and professional lives, the obstacles they face, and their growth as a couple. In interviews, they emphasize communication, self-love, and honest partnership for navigating both public and private life.
Clifton Pettie and Joi Carter
Pettie and Joi met during Ready to Love in 2021. Their connection grew stronger through the show’s challenges and was evident to viewers early on. In September 2022, Clifton proposed to Joi in a romantic gesture, asking her publicly and giving her a key to his house as part of the proposal.
The couple joined Love & Marriage: DC to further document their path toward marriage, partnership, and building a life together. In February 2024, they appeared on Good Morning Washington to share insights on maintaining love under public scrutiny.
They are both highly sought-after speakers and panelists who often speak about the importance of relationships, self-empowerment, and love.
Clifton Pettie Love & Marriage: D.C
Love & Marriage: D.C. is a reality TV show that follows five African American couples living in the Washington D.C. area as they navigate the challenges of life and relationships. The show premiered on January 21, 2023, and the couple officially joined the cast in Season 2, stepping into the spotlight after Monique and Chris Samuels exited the show.
That season, Clifton and Joi had to navigate friendships with the existing cast, including Ashley and DJ Quicksilva, and Erana and Jamie Tyler. The season was not without drama as their commitment to each other and some of their decisions, like keeping certain aspects of their relationship private, caused tension within the group. One notable moment was when Ashley Silva revealed that Clifton and Joi were allegedly “secretly married,” sparking debates and drama that ran through multiple episodes.
Clifton’s entrepreneurial side also got the spotlight in Season 2. In the episode “Books, Beards & Breakthroughs”, viewers watched him work on launching his beard care line.
Clifton Pettie Net Worth
Pettie has an estimated net worth of around $1 million.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Clifton still engaged to Joi Carter?
Yes. Clifton proposed to Joi in September 2022, and as of the latest information, they remain engaged and working on their partnership.
How old is Clifton?
While a definitive birthdate is not publicly known, articles refer to him as a “44-year-old” in 2022. With that, we would estimate that he is around 47 years old as of 2025.
What is Clifton’s profession?
He is a reality TV star, entrepreneur, and consultant who co-stars on Love & Marriage: DC. Before his TV career, he worked in project management and consulting.
Does Clifton have children?
Yes. As of 2025, Clifton has a 7-year-old son named Carter.