Garcelle Beauvais is stepping into her role as the ultimate “momager,” guiding her son Jaid Nilon into the dazzling world of modeling with a little help from a fashion icon. The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star teamed up with supermodel Tyson Beckford to give her 17-year-old son a masterclass in strutting the runway and owning the camera.
On July 18, Garcelle took to Instagram to share a vibrant photo of herself, Jaid, and Beckford, captioning it with an enthusiastic “Models!!!” She expressed her gratitude, writing, “Tyson, thanks for giving Jaid some great advice.” The mentorship moment was further highlighted in Garcelle’s Instagram Stories, where she posted a selfie of the trio with a heartfelt note: “Thanks for giving Jaid such great modeling tips.” Another Story showed her and Jaid on a plane, with Garcelle playfully labeling herself the “momager” and her son the “model,” cementing their dynamic duo status.
Born just a minute after his twin brother, Jax, on October 18, 2007, Jaid Nilon is already making waves in the fashion industry. At only 17, this stylish teen has landed campaigns with major brands like Nike and Urban Planet. His runway debut in July 2024 for The Sutton Concept, a clothing brand by Garcelle’s RHOBH co-star Sutton Stracke, was a standout moment. The event, later featured on RHOBH, showcased Jaid’s natural poise. Sutton raved in the comments of Garcelle’s Instagram post, “He was so great! And so chill ALL day!!”
Jaid’s star power doesn’t stop there. On April 28, 2025, he joined his mother on the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts* at the Dolby Theatre, turning heads and proving he’s ready for the spotlight.
Garcelle, a devoted mom to three sons—Oliver Saunders from her marriage to Daniel Saunders, and twins Jaid and Jax from her marriage to Mike Nilon—has always put family first. In a touching Mother’s Day post on May 11, she shared glimpses of a celebration filled with love, laughter, and flowers. “Boys, thank you for a beautiful day filled with love, flowers, [and] laughter!” she wrote. “The best of all quality time! Being your mom is the best job ever.”
Her dedication to her sons is evident in every step of Jaid’s burgeoning career. Garcelle’s decision to leave RHOBH after five seasons, announced in March 2025, was driven by her desire to be present for her twins’ final year of high school and to support Jaid’s modeling journey. In her Instagram statement, she shared, “[Jax and Jaid’s] last year of high school is next year, and I want to be a part of that. And Jaid is starting a new career, and I want to be a part of that too.”
While the specifics of Tyson Beckford’s advice to Jaid remain under wraps, its impact is undeniable. With Beckford’s decades of experience as a trailblazing male supermodel, his mentorship likely included insider tips on commanding the runway, building confidence, and navigating the competitive fashion world. Whatever he shared, it’s clear Jaid is putting it to work, carving out a name for himself in an industry that demands both talent and tenacity.
As Garcelle embraces her “momager” role, she’s not just cheering from the sidelines—she’s actively shaping Jaid’s path to stardom. With Tyson Beckford’s guidance and Garcelle’s unwavering support, Jaid Nilon is poised to become a household name in fashion. Watch this space—this young model is just getting started!