Tara Wallace is best known as the mother of Kaz Pankey, Jamison Pankey, and Gunner Ethan Pankey. She also became a familiar face on Love & Hip Hop: New York. Fans who follow the Pankey family often want clear, accurate information about her background and role as a mother. This page gathers the verified public facts.
Who Is Tara Wallace?
Tara Wallace (full name Taranasha Wallace) was born on September 20, 1982, in Mississippi. She grew up in the Jayess / McComb area before moving to New York to pursue acting and the arts.
She is an actress, etiquette coach, and former reality television personality. Her most visible public chapter came through her long relationship with Peter Gunz and her appearances on Love & Hip Hop: New York.
Education and Early Career
Tara earned a bachelor’s degree in Dramatic Arts from Jackson State University. She later moved to New York City and completed a Master of Fine Arts in Acting at The Actors Studio Drama School (part of The New School).
Before reality television, she worked in theater, off-Broadway productions, commercials, and nightlife management in Manhattan. She has also worked as an etiquette coach and co-authored a self-help book focused on personal empowerment.
Relationship with Peter Gunz and Family
Tara began dating Peter Gunz around 2000. The couple never married. Together they have three sons:
- Jamison Pankey (born October 14, 2008)
- Kaz Pankey (born January 6, 2012)
- Gunner Ethan Pankey (born February 13, 2016)
Their relationship became a major storyline on Love & Hip Hop: New York when it was revealed that Peter had also married Amina Buddafly. The complicated dynamic between Tara, Peter, and Amina played out across several seasons and remains one of the most talked-about chapters of the show.
Despite the public drama, Tara has consistently spoken about the importance of co-parenting and protecting her sons’ privacy as much as possible.
Love & Hip Hop: New York
Tara joined the cast of Love & Hip Hop: New York in season 4 and appeared through season 7 (with a supporting role later). Her storyline centered on her long relationship with Peter Gunz, the challenges of raising their sons, and the emotional fallout from the love triangle. Viewers often noted her calm presence and focus on her children amid the chaos.
After leaving the main cast, she stepped back from the heavier reality-television spotlight while continuing to share selective updates about motherhood and personal growth.
Motherhood and Public Image
Tara is the primary day-to-day parent of her three sons. She has spoken in interviews about the realities of co-parenting with a father who has multiple children and about wanting her boys to grow up with stability. Family photos and occasional social media posts show her close bond with Jamison, Kaz, and Gunner.
She has kept most details of her private life out of the public eye since reducing her reality-TV presence. Her public platform now focuses more on empowerment, parenting, and personal development.
Important Note on Privacy and Accuracy
This site uses only publicly available information. We do not share private details about Tara’s current personal life or relationships. Respect for privacy, especially regarding the children, remains the standard here. Any earlier claims that could not be verified from reliable sources have been removed.
Tara Wallace’s Place in the Pankey Family Story
Tara Wallace is the mother of three of Peter Gunz’s sons and a central figure in the public story of the Pankey family. She is the mother of Kaz Pankey, the older brother Jamison Pankey, and the youngest brother Gunner Ethan Pankey.
This independent fan site exists to organize clear information for people interested in the public side of the Pankey family. It does not speak for Tara Wallace or any member of the family.