Comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish has revealed that she owns multiple properties, including what she describes as a private island in Eritrea, the East African country linked to her family heritage.
Speaking during an interview with radio personality Angie Martinez, Haddish shared the story with humor, acknowledging that the “island” may not fit everyone’s definition. She joked that the land sometimes disappears when the tide rises, leading some to call it a sandbar rather than a traditional island.
“I got a whole island now — it gets covered up by the ocean,” Haddish said, laughing. “But it’s got stuff growing on it. So it’s high.”
Why She Bought It
Despite the playful description, Haddish said the property has vegetation and elevation, which she believes qualifies it as an island. She added that while it may not support large construction, basic development such as a dock or small structure could be possible.
More importantly, Haddish said the purchase was driven by personal meaning rather than prestige.
She explained that the land was beautiful, affordable, and deeply symbolic for her as a Black woman investing in her father’s homeland. According to Haddish, she already owns homes in Eritrea — some of which she inherited — and chose to add the island as a unique extension of that connection.
“How many Black women can say, ‘Yeah, we going to my island?’” she joked during the interview.
Cultural and Personal Significance
Haddish’s comments resonated online, not because of luxury, but because of the cultural pride and historical significance tied to land ownership in Africa for members of the African diaspora. Her remarks highlight a growing trend of Black celebrities and professionals investing in ancestral homelands as a way of reclaiming identity and legacy.
Known for blending humor with honesty, Haddish made it clear that the value of the property lies less in labels and more in what it represents to her personally.
While the comedian’s “island” story was shared in jest, it offered a glimpse into Haddish’s broader journey — one rooted in family history, global connection, and redefining what ownership and success look like on her own terms.
