What happened to Lil' Charles from Sweetie Pies? Latest updates
Welcome to Sweetie Pies is an exciting reality television show revolving around former Ikette, Robbie Montgomery, and their collection of soul food restaurants. One of the most popular characters that fans love for being himself is Lil' Charles, Robbie Montgomery’s nephew. He brings a unique flavour to the reality TV show. So, what happened to Lil' Charles from Sweetie Pies?
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Key takeaways
- Lil' Charles' real name is Charles Crenchaw.
- The reality television star appeared on one of OWN's highest-rated reality TV shows, Welcome to Sweeties Pies.
- He starred alongside Tim Norman, Jenae Wallick (Lady Janae), and Danielle Champion.
Lil' Charles' profile summary
| Full name | Charles Crenshaw |
| Date of birth | 29 January 1989 |
| Age | 36 years as of 2025 |
| Place of birth | United States of America |
| Zodiac sign | Aquarius |
| High School | Hazelwood Central High School |
| Known for | Former reality TV star |
Who is Lil' Charles?
Lil' Charles, real name Charles Crenchaw, is a reality television star who appeared on one of OWN's highest-rated reality television shows, Welcome to Sweeties Pies. He featured as a delivery driver from St. Louis but had ambitions to become a manager.
Lil' Charles was born on January 29, 1989, in the United States of America. This means that he is 36 years old as of 2025. He graduated from Hazelwood Central High School in 2008 and has been working at Welcome to Sweetie Pies since he was fifteen years old.
He has been featured in the reality television show Welcome to Sweetie Pies with other actors, including Tim Norman, Jenae Wallick (Lady Janae), and Danielle Champion.
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What happened to Lil' Charles from Sweetie Pies?
In a recent live video, the former reality TV star revealed 'I would love to get back to the big screen'. He also responded to fans wondering about where he was currently working:
No, I am not in food anymore, I now work for NIKE innovation. So I am in the factory.
It appears that Charles hasn't lost his passion for food, as he confirmed that he has tried to open a restaurant after the show:
I tried to open a restaurant in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, but it didn't work.
He also said he has aspirations of returning to the small screen:
I' can get a restaurant going... If I can get a restaurant going, then I've got my stan' for. a reality TV show.
Is Charles from Sweetie Pies gay?
Many fans are confused about Lil' Charles's sexuality. Even though Charles’ girlfriend underwent a pregnancy scare in the reality television show, people speculated whether he is homosexual.
Charles gay rumours are rife among fans and cast to the extent that his co-workers have talked about it in the reality television show. However, Charles is yet to come out and clear the air about this rumour, and people have been left to keep wondering.
Is Lil' Charles alive?
Charles is still alive. The only confirmed Welcome to Sweetie Pie's cast who has perished is Andre Montgomery. He was fatally shot near Fairground Park in March 2016. Police found the actor dead in a St Louis home with a gunshot wound, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Andre Montgomery was the grandson of Robbie Montgomery, a former back-up singer for Ike and Tina Turner.
Why did Miss Robie sue Tim?
Miss Robbie sued Tim Norman for trademark infringement related to the Sweetie Pie's name and brand. She accused him of illegally using the trademarked name for restaurants he opened without her permission and diverting revenue from her established restaurants.
Her son was later embroiled in another scandal when he was sentenced to life for arranging the shooting of his nephew, Andre Montgomery Jr, who was also a part of the show.
His family submitted letters to the judge appealing for leniency. His mother and founder of the Sweet Pie's restaurants, Robbie Montgomery, said:
I don’t know whether Tim did what he was accused and convicted of.. He is still the baby that I bore, and I love him as every mother involved loves their child.
Apparently, Tim Norman arranged the shooting in order to collect life insurance payments.
Why was Welcome to Sweet Pie's cancelled?
Welcome to Sweetie Pie's was not canceled, but rather it ended after its 9th season and series finale in 2018. The final episode aired on June 9, 2018, and was titled Movin' On.
Who is Tim Norman's baby momma?
Tim Norman has a son named Timmy with his partner, Jenae Wallick.
Who owns Sweet Pie's restaurant?
Sweetie Pie's restaurant is owned by Robbie Montgomery (alias 'Miss Robbie').
Lil' Charles from Welcome to Sweetie Pie's is one of those characters that fans cannot help but fall in love with. Hence, the reason why fans are wondering what happened to Lil' Charles from Sweetie Pies. Unfortunately, there is not much about the reality television star aside from what people see on the show. He has kept a low profile, and maybe more will come out in the future.
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