The Tubby Effect
 
 
 

Jackie “Tubby” E. is a former Division 1 basketball player turned media personality & content creator. With her love for sneaker styling and natural hair, her content aims to provide inspiration for sneakerheads and fellow naturalistas! She is a firm believer that sneakers can be styled with any outfit ranging from business casual, to streetwear, to Parisian chic. The possibilities are endless!

She believes that natural hair is a personal statement of your uniqueness. Your hair is your “crown” of glory! It doesn’t matter if it’s Rapunzel’s length , in an uptown fade , slicked back, or in an afro. Fashion starts from your CROWN of your head then goes down to the SOLES of your feet! Embrace your style!


In addition, Jackie is a host, actress, photographer, and speaker. Whether you’ve seen her making appearances on ABC’s Good Morning America , The Food Network, Essence magazine, or Foot Locker Women’s IG Feed, she truly embraces her ability to tap into the multi-media space while still remaining true to all of her passions.

Jackie was recently on GMA during the segment “ Judging Joggers” featuring joggers from Vuori, Amazon’s Dragon fit, and Athleta. Click to watch !

Recently, Jackie was chosen to be a contestant on Ebay’s sneaker game show called “LOVEKICKS? ”! She also was fortunate enough to win and take home the trophy!

Jackie was recently featured in Voyage Miami Magazine where she shares a bit of her story.

In 2021, Jackie was featured in Essence Magazine, alongside other black & brown women who are influencing the way we think about fashion, style, and sneakers!

 

In 2019, Jackie was on ABC’s Good Morning America cooking with World Renown Chef, Jamie Oliver , Robin Roberts, Michael Strahan, and Jon S.