HK is an alumnus of Joliet Junior College earning an Associate’s Degree in Business with high honors. He is also an alumnus of Lewis University earning a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Leadership with high honors, and continuing his education toward a Master’s Degree in Biblical and Theological Studies. In 2012, HK birthed Jericho Whalls Mime Ministry. HK has been married for 38 years to Velinda and they have four children; Anthony, Antoine, Adonis, Asha, six grandchildren; Leila, Landon, Brielle, Logic, Tarah, Lilian. HK served the United States Army for twenty years and retired with an honorable discharge. He enjoys writing, watching movies in his man cave, and serving the Lord.