From Rejection to Redemption.

Born to two crack-addicted parents, Teela Matthews’ life began under unimaginable circumstances. Taken into foster care immediately after birth, her journey of resilience and redemption started when her biological great aunt found and adopted her, providing a stable home filled with faith and love. Growing up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Teela was raised in a Christian-Judeo household, attending Shalom Hebrew Academy and becoming fluent in Hebrew at a young age. Her childhood was further enriched by her passion for ballet, which she began at just five years old.