Usher

Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Dancer, Businessman, Philanthropist, NBA owner

American Dallas, Texas, U.S.

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Quick Info

ProfessionSinger, Songwriter, Actor, Dancer, Businessman, Philanthropist, NBA owner
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth14/10/1978
Age47 years
BirthplaceDallas, Texas, U.S.
Net Worth$180 million

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameUsher Raymond IV
Nick NameBig Ush, Big Tyme, Mr. Entertainment

Physical Stats & More

Height5'8"
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorDark Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolNorth Springs High School
Education QualificationHigh School

Personal Life

Zodiac sign/Sun signLibra
ReligionKabbala Judaism or Scientology
EthnicityAfrican-American

Relationships & More

Marital StatusDivorced
Affairs/Girlfriends
  • Stefanie Thomas
  • Ayesha Butler
  • Jessica White
  • Monica Arnold (1995)
  • Brandy Norwood (1998-1999)
  • Karrine Steffans
  • Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas
  • Melinda Santigo (2002)
  • Joy Bryant (2004)
  • Naomi Campbell (2004)
  • Eishia Brightwell (2005)
  • Tameka Foster (2006-2009)
  • Grace Miguel (2009-present)
Wife/Spouse
  • Tameka Foster (m. 2007–09)
  • Grace Miguel (m. 2015)
  • Grace Miguel (m. 2015–2024)
Current Relationship StatusSingle
ChildrenUsher has four sons: Usher V (born 2007), Naviyd (born 2008), Sovereign Bo (born 2020), and Sire Castrello (born 2021)

Family

FatherUsher Raymond III
MotherJonetta Patton
SiblingsJames Lackey (Half-brother)
ChildrenUsher V, Naviyd, Sovereign Bo, Sire Castrello

Career

Debut
AlbumUsher (1994)
MovieThe Faculty (1998)
Moesha4 episodes
Major Achievements
Record SalesOver 80 million records sold worldwide
RIAA Certifications23.5 million certified album units and 12.5 million certified digital singles
Super BowlHeadlined 2024 Super Bowl halftime show
Grammy AwardsMultiple Grammy, Billboard, and American Music Awards
Business Ventures
RBMG RecordsCo-founder of Raymond-Braun Media Group with Scooter Braun; launched Justin Bieber's career
Sports InvestmentMinority stake in Cleveland Cavaliers (acquired 2005 for $9 million); team won 2016 NBA Championship
EndorsementsPartnerships with Rémy Martin, Hungry, and Mastercard
Las Vegas Residencies
Caesars Palace2021 residency; 14 shows grossed $12.9 million
Park MGMResidency through December 2023
Total Vegas EarningsAll residencies combined earned upwards of $100 million
Recent Tours
Past Present Future Tour2024 tour; 49 shows grossed $88.5 million (over $1.8 million per show average)

Favourites

HobbiesArt Collecting
InspirationsMichael Jackson, James Brown and Prince
Favorite BookConversations with God
Favorite MovieThe Five Heartbeats
Favorite CandyM&M's
Favorite PerfumeHis own fragrance line
Favorite MusicSteve Wonders, Michael Jackson, R Kelly, Notorious Big

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/usher/
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/Usher

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Usher started his music career at 9 years old.
2. RIAA has declared Usher as one of America's top-selling artists.
3. Usher is a co-owner of Raymond-Braun Media Group with Scooter Braun, who discovered Justin Bieber.
4. Under Usher's minority ownership, the Cleveland Cavaliers clinched the 2016 NBA Championship.
5. Usher's mother became his manager by leaving her job.
6. Usher is recognized for his captivating stage performance and live vocals.
7. Usher follows a vegan diet.
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