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Rozonda ‘Chilli’ Thomas and her son, Tron Austin | Source: Instagram
Rozonda ‘Chilli’ Thomas and her son, Tron Austin | Source: Instagram

TLC’s Rozonda ‘Chilli’ Thomas Is Going To Be a Grandma After She Met Her ‘Perfect’ Man at 51

Milly Wanjiku Ndirangu
Sep 25, 2023
01:45 P.M.
  • Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas is set to embrace grandmotherhood as her son, Tron Austin, and his wife, Jeong Ah Wang, expect their first child.
  • Chilli's journey, known for her chart-topping music and advocacy for family values, reflects her quest for love and the fulfillment of her heartfelt wishes.
  • In a heartwarming twist, Chilli found her "perfect" partner at 51, Matthew Lawrence, receiving love and support from her son as they navigate new life chapters.
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Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas from the girl group TLC performing at the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 22, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas from the girl group TLC performing at the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 22, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas is synonymous with chart-topping music, motherhood, and the joyful anticipation of becoming a grandmother. Best known as one-third of the iconic girl group TLC, Chilli's journey is a remarkable tale of love, family, and the fulfillment of heartfelt wishes.

Rozonda Chilli Thomas, Tionne T-Boz Watkins, and Lisa Left Eye Lopes from TLC in a 1999 Hollywood studio portrait | Source: Getty Images

Rozonda Chilli Thomas, Tionne T-Boz Watkins, and Lisa Left Eye Lopes from TLC in a 1999 Hollywood studio portrait | Source: Getty Images

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Beyond her musical prowess, Chilli has always been a loving mother, advocating for strong family values. She has also always been vocal about her quest to find true love and her belief that she was built for marriage. In a 2020 interview, she candidly shared her thoughts on love and her expectations of a marriage partner. She declared:

"I would never get serious with anyone who had a problem with kids."

Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas at "Extra" in Universal City, California, on May 15, 2019 | Source: Getty Images

Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas at "Extra" in Universal City, California, on May 15, 2019 | Source: Getty Images

Chilli believed in not introducing casual dates to her son, valuing the importance of creating a supportive environment. She detailed her unique criteria for a potential husband by adding her trademark humor to the conversation.

As part of her criteria, her partner should abstain from alcohol, smoking, pork, maintaining a fit physique, and more. Her charisma and wit shone through, making it clear that she had a clear vision of the love she sought.

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Rozonda Thomas attends Variety's 2023 Power of Women presented by Lifetime at The Grill on April 04, 2023 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

Rozonda Thomas attends Variety's 2023 Power of Women presented by Lifetime at The Grill on April 04, 2023 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

Chilli Has Found Her 'Perfect' Partner

Chilli's quest for love has been fulfilled by her partner, Matthew Lawrence. She once opened up about her life-changing love story with Matthew and expressed her affectionate feelings, emphasizing how much she adores her partner.

Rozonda Thomas attends the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 27, 2023 in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images

Rozonda Thomas attends the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 27, 2023 in Hollywood, California | Source: Getty Images

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The TLC member stated that she loves everything about him, appreciates his qualities, and underlined the significance of their connection. She emphatically proclaimed, "I mean, he's perfect for me."

Matthew Lawrence (left) and Chilli Thomas at the +Play Partner House in Los Angeles, California, on March 09, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Matthew Lawrence (left) and Chilli Thomas at the +Play Partner House in Los Angeles, California, on March 09, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Chilli's happiness in her newfound love has been wholeheartedly supported by her son, Tron Austin, who stars in the Paramount+ series "Family Legacy." Tron remarked that seeing his mother happy inspires him. He expressed genuine happiness about his mother's relationship with Matthew, saying, "I wish them all the best, and I think he's a great guy."

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The Joy of Grandparenthood

In a delightful turn of events, Chilli's son, Tron, had some exciting news to share. He and his wife, Jeong Ah Wang, are expecting their first child, a girl named Luna Wang Austin, due in March 2024.

Their journey to parenthood was not without challenges, as they underwent IVF treatments and overcame infertility obstacles. Jeong's resilience and Tron's unwavering support have brought them to this joyous moment.

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Sharing their happiness on social media, Tron posted, "WE ARE PREGNANT!! 👶🏻FINALLY WE CAN OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCE OUR DAUGHTER 🌙 LUNA WANG AUSTIN 🌙 will be here in March 2024!" Chilli couldn't contain her excitement and commented, "A blessing indeed," showing her support for her son's growing family.

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Chilli's comment dated September 2023 | Source: instagram.com/timeflybye

Chilli's comment dated September 2023 | Source: instagram.com/timeflybye

Jeong also shared a mirror selfie on her Instagram Stories, proudly displaying her baby bump at 14 weeks. The couple reflected on their long road to parenthood, sharing their experiences of determination and perseverance despite suffering one miscarriage.

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