Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Actress |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 11/02/1979 |
| Age | 47 years |
| Birthplace | McComb, Mississippi, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Brandy Norwood
Brandy was revealed as the vocalist on the new theme song for Netflix's A Different World reboot. The modern version was produced with an 808-drum and synth-driven sound while keeping the feel of earlier versions.
Brandy returned to Lifetime to star in and executive produce the sequel to the holiday film Christmas Everyday, titled Christmas Everyday Again (working title). She reprises her role as fashion designer Fancy Ballantine alongside her real-life daughter Sy'rai.
Brandy and Rita Ora performed a duet in Descendants: Wicked Wonderland, which premiered on Disney Channel. Brandy plays Cinderella in the musical, and the pair described the duet as long overdue.
Thousands gathered in downtown McComb, Mississippi, for a 'Live at Five' celebration of Brandy's hometown homecoming. She was recognised by the city, county and state, with her mother Sonja Norwood present for each honour.
Brandy confirmed in her new memoir, Phases, that she had a relationship with Boyz II Men singer Wanya Morris when she was 16 and he was 22. The admission settled a long-running rumour about her early romantic life.
Brandy received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the 2,839th star, in a ceremony in Los Angeles. Issa Rae and Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds spoke at the event to honour her career.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Brandy Rayana Norwood |
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| Known As | Brandy |
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| Summary | American singer, songwriter and actress known for R&B albums released since the 1990s and for roles in Moesha, Osmosis Jones and Cinderella. Grammy winner who was also honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2026. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Schooling | Hollywood High Performing Arts Center |
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Personal Life
| Early Life | Began singing solos in her local church choir at the age of two |
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| Children | Sy'rai Iman Smith (born June 2002) |
| Memoir | Phases (2026) |
Relationships & More
| Past Relationships | Briefly dated Wanya Morris of Boyz II Men |
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Family
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| Siblings | Ray J |
| Children | Sy'rai Iman Smith |
Career
| Debut Album | Brandy (1994) | ||||
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| Notable Film and TV |
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| Broadway | Replacement Roxie Hart in the revival of Chicago (2015) | ||||
| Other | Duet with Monica, 'The Boy Is Mine', was a major hit in 1998 | ||||
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Kobe Bryant took her to his high school prom in 1996 | |
| 2. She is the first actress to play two versions of a Disney Princess | |
| 3. Whitney Houston handed her a note during an interview shortly before Houston's death; its content has never been revealed | |
| 4. Her third album, Full Moon, is partly dedicated to Aaliyah |
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