Eric Benet has been married for more than a decade to his second wife, making many curious about their relationship. While he usually makes headlines for his R&B musical venture and acting career, his latest comments on his family have drawn attention to his personal life. So, here’s everything you need to know about Benet’s wife, her profession, and their growing family.

Who is Eric Benet married to?

Benet is married to Manuela Testolini.

Benet’s paths reportedly crossed with Testolini at a Los Angeles Fashion Week party. They eventually struck a bond and fell in love with one another. In a recent interview with People, Benet reflected on their bond, saying “I was very sexually attracted to her. That was secondary to having a real connection. We bonded without the steamy cloud of lust fooling us into thinking it was anything other than what it was, which was a genuine love for each other.”

Benet also revealed he had no idea that she was the ex-wife of Prince Rogers Nelson when he met her. He eventually discovered it when her divorce topic popped up during their trip to an airport.

In 2011, they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in California.

What is Manuela Testolini’s job?

Testolini is a businesswoman and social entreprenuer.

According to her LinkedIn profile, she attended York University. Later, she became the Chief Visionary Officer for Gamillah Inc. She has been also associated with several other organizations, including the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), The Virtue Project, and Kiss the Ground. Currently, she serves as the Founder & President of a non-profit organization called In a Perfect World. 

How many kids do Eric Benet and Manuela Testolini have?

Benet and Testolini share two daughters.

After their marriage, Benet and Testolini welcomed their first child together, Lucia Bella, in 2011. Almost three years later, they were blessed with another baby girl, whom they named  Amoura Luna.