Ashley Moss is an American businesswoman, philanthropist, and the wife of former NFL cornerback Richard Sherman.
Married since March 2018, she has built her own identity as a nail salon owner and charity leader while raising two children with Sherman, whose career included multiple Pro Bowl selections and a Super Bowl championship during more than a decade in the NFL.
Although she is best known publicly through her marriage, Ashley has consistently maintained her own business and philanthropic work throughout their relationship.
She has also played a visible role in supporting Sherman through both the highs of his career and one of its most difficult public moments.
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Ashley Moss Biography
She was born on April 22, 1988, in Redmond, Washington, the first child of Raymond and Stephanie Moss.
Her full name is Ashley Lillian Moss. She has a younger sister, Haley Mariah Moss, who has also been active in volleyball.
Ashley comes from a mixed ethnic background, with her father of African American heritage and her mother of White heritage.
She has also spoken warmly on social media about her relationship with her family, including sharing public tributes to her father.
Before launching her own business, Ashley Moss worked in the Seattle area as a waitress and cosmetologist, gaining hands-on experience in the beauty industry that later influenced her decision to open her own salon rather than continue working for others.
In addition to running her salon, Ashley serves as Executive Director of Blanket Coverage, a charitable foundation established by Richard Sherman in 2013.
The organization provides school supplies and clothing to students in low-income communities, helping them pursue their education with the resources they need to succeed.
Ashley has taken a hands-on leadership role in the foundation’s day-to-day operations, contributing far beyond a ceremonial or supporting position.
Richard Sherman’s Wife
Ashley Moss and Richard Sherman began dating around 2013, while Sherman was establishing himself as one of the NFL’s premier cornerbacks with the Seattle Seahawks.
The couple welcomed their first child, son Rayden, on February 5, 2015, just days after Sherman played in Super Bowl XLIX.
Sherman later reflected on the timing of his son’s birth, describing it as a meaningful and almost poetic coincidence given that he wore the No. 25 jersey.
They became engaged later in 2015, and their second child, daughter Avery, was born in April 2016.
The couple married in a beach ceremony at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, on March 29, 2018, marking five years together.
The wedding also served as a reunion for Seattle’s famed Legion of Boom defense, with former Seahawks teammates Kam Chancellor, Earl Thomas, Brandon Browner, Byron Maxwell, Cliff Avril, Bobby Wagner, and Ricardo Lockette among those in attendance.
Beyond their family life, Ashley has played an active role in supporting Sherman’s career from a business perspective.
In 2019, Sherman credited her with encouraging him to negotiate a $1 million Pro Bowl performance bonus into his contract with the San Francisco 49ers, highlighting her involvement in the strategic side of his career rather than simply serving as a supportive partner.
In July 2021, Richard Sherman was arrested near the home of Ashley’s parents following an incident during which he had reportedly been drinking and expressed thoughts of self-harm.
Ashley Moss called 911 for help and was reported to be emotionally shaken by the situation. She later gave a brief statement to The Seattle Times, saying that Sherman had not harmed anyone, that their children were neither present nor harmed, and that the incident did not reflect his character.
She added that the family was doing well and was focused on getting him the help he needed.
Sherman was initially booked on a charge related to domestic violence. However, authorities later clarified that the classification was based on the location of the incident at his in-laws’ property rather than any physical harm to Ashley or their children.
In March 2022, Sherman pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges of negligent driving and criminal trespass, along with a speeding infraction in a construction zone.
Ashley’s calm response, both in seeking help for her husband and in addressing the situation publicly afterward, has often been cited as an example of her composure during a genuinely difficult period for the family.
The couple celebrated their fifth wedding anniversary in March 2023, with Sherman sharing an Instagram tribute describing Ashley as his world and thanking her for being everything he could ask for.
Ashley maintains an Instagram presence under a handle referencing her married name, where she shares a blend of family updates, business news, and personal reflections.
Despite her public profile, she has generally kept the most private aspects of her life out of the spotlight, choosing instead to focus on family milestones and her professional endeavors.
Ashley Moss Net Worth
Her net worth has not been officially confirmed, and no verified financial disclosure has been made public.
Her husband, Richard Sherman’s net worth is estimated at $40 million. His wealth has been built through NFL contracts, endorsement deals, and business ventures throughout his professional career, including his ongoing partnership with his brother Branton in ventures such as EGO Farms.
