Nelly and Ashanti were all smiles as they celebrated their son’s first birthday on July 19 on Long Island, New York.
The couple welcomed their baby boy, born Kareem Kenkaide Haynes, last year on July 18th. The Kunda and Friends themed bash was filled with endless activities for the partygoers. The event space featured a dual slide and playpen, a race track with cars and trucks featuring the “KK Turns One” logo on each vehicle, a stage setup with Kunda and the Lion waving to guests and a bounce house for the children.
Louisa Kiwana Olafuyi, Co-Creator of Kunda and Friends, flew from Uganda to surprise the Haynes family with a special presentation of an animated version of Kunda and Friends, including Ashanti, Nelly and KK. Attendees included Simone Smith and Todd “LL Cool J” Smith, singer Lloyd and many friends and family members, who wore custom shirts detailing their relationship with KK. Hot Wheels provided gift bag goodies for the kids, which included an Ultimate Garage Playset and toy cars. Organic juices, smoothies and food were provided by Evelyn’s Kitchen and Cuts & Slices and desserts were provided by Toni’s Minis and Hanoli Cakes NY.
KK entered the Long Island venue in a miniature white Lamborghini, sporting sunglasses and a crown, waving and giggling to guests. His parents were beaming the entire day.
