Usher is one of the most famous American songwriter and singer. He considered being the bestselling music artist of this era. Told albums sold by Usher is around 23.8 million albums. Moreover, he sold 38.2 million digital songs in America only.
To date, he sold approximately 75 million records all around the world. Throughout his career, he won numerous awards. In FUSE magazine, he ranked at 10th number for winning most of the awards as a musician. Moreover, he is one of the most successful businessmen. Usher net worth is around $180.
Biography
Usher (full name Usher Raymond IV) was born in Texas, the United States, on October 14, 1978. His father, Usher Raymond III, left him as well as a family when he was only one-year-old. While his mother, Jonetta Patton, raised him to own her own. Moreover, he had a stepfather and stepbrother.
For schooling, he attended North Springs High School. He showed much interest in music and songs at an early age. After that, he joined a group of singers that helped him in his future career.
Beginning of Career
At the start of his career, he signed a contract with LaFace Record. Later, Usher released his first debut album at the age of fifteen. At that time, he was going through a puberty age, and he lost his voice. Because of this, the album did not go well.
However, this album ranked at 25th number on the Billboard Top Hip-Hop and R&B album. Moreover, on US Billboard, it ranked at 167. But from critics, it got negative comments because he talked about sex in this album, and he was very young at that time.
Nevertheless, he did graduate from high school and start working on his skills. Later, he released the second album in September 1997 titled “My Way.” This album includes many hit songs such as “You Make Me Wanna” and “Nice & Slow.” However, this song ranked 15th number in Billboard 200. At last, this song reached to 4th position.
Usher Personal Details | |
| Real Name | Usher Raymond IV |
| Age | 42 years |
| Date of Birth | October 14, 1978 |
| Place of Birth | Texas, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Profession / Occupation | Singer and Songwriter |
Usher Stats | |
| Height | 5'7 feet |
| Weight | 75 kg |
| Body Type | Unknown |
| Chest Size | Unknown |
| Biceps | Unknown |
| Waist | 33 inches |
| Eyes Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Shoe Size | 12 US |
| Dress Size | Unknown |
Usher Family Details | |
| Spouse / Wife Name | Grace Miguel (M. 2015), Tameka Foster (M. 2007–2009) |
| Father Name | Usher Raymond III |
| Mother Name | Jonetta Patton |
| Children | Naviyd Ely Raymond, Usher Raymond V |
| Siblings | J.Lack |
Personal Life
Usher has a long dating history as he had to date several women, including American actress, singer and songwriter Rozonda Thomas, and British supermodel Naomi Campbell.
Later in 2007, he married his stylist, Tameka Foster, and have two sons with her named Naviyd Ely Raymond and Usher “Cinco” Raymond V. However, Usher filed a divorce.
After the divorce, he married his long term girlfriend, Grace Miguel, who was his manager. Their marriage took place in Cuba.
Usher Net Worth
Usher net worth is around $180. He earned most of the money from his music and songwriting career. Eventually, he starts working as an actor in Chicago.
He got the role of a lawyer named Billy Flynn. He stated that being in a Broadway allows you to connect with the audience directly. Moreover, he said Broadway is quite different from music and movies.
Like other celebrities, Usher earned a handsome amount of money from brand endorsements. In 2004, he did brand of Usher Debit MasterCard.
Facts About Usher
- He considered being the bestselling music artist of this era.
- His first album got negative comments from the critic because of the inappropriate wording used in the songs.
- However, he is not much educated.
- Before starting his career in music, he did acting.
- Usher net worth is around $180 million.