Christina Maria Aguilera, famously known as Christina Aguilera is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actress, and TV personality. Ranking in the list of top selling music artists, her albums has sold over 75 million copies. The successful singer and actress have won many awards during his career. In 2008, she was ranked No. 58 on Rolling Stone’s list of 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Christina Aguilera net worth is more than $160 million.
“It’s definitely a dream come true to be recognized and to be able to sign autographs. But, it’s also a lot of hard work and can be draining. If you don’t know already, you will quickly learn who your real friends are.”- Christina Aguilera
Early Life
Christina Aguilera was born on 18 December 1980 in Staten Island, New York. Her father, Fausto Xavier Aguilera, was in the US army while her mother, Shelly Loraine Kearns, was a musician. Christina spent her childhood in different states including Texas, New Jersey, New York, and Japan due to his father’s job. She was only 6, when her parents divorced. She, and her sister Rachael lived with their mother who later married again and had a son from his second marriage. Christina practiced music with the records her grandmother brought for her. She found music a way to keep her mind away from the hardships she had to face at such an early age.
“My parent’s divorce and hard times at school, all those things combined to mold me, to make me grow up quicker. And it gave me the drive to pursue my dreams that I wouldn’t necessarily have had otherwise.”- Christina Aguilera
Christina Aguilera Personal Details | |
Real Name | Christina María Aguilera |
Age | 39 Years |
Date of Birth | 18 December, 1980 |
Place of Birth | Staten Island, New York, United States |
Nationality | American |
Marital Status | In a relationship |
Profession / Occupation | American singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality |
Christina Aguilera Measurements | |
Height | 5 ft 1½ in or 156 cm |
Weight | 50 kg or 110 pounds |
Body Measurements | 38-23-33 in |
Breast Size | 38 inches |
Bra, Cup Size | 34DD |
Waist | 23 inches, 60 cm |
Eyes Color | Blue |
Hair Color | Blonde |
Shoe Size | 5 (US) |
Dress Size | 2 (US) |
Christina Aguilera Family Details | |
Spouse / Husband Name | Unmarried |
Father Name | Fausto Xavier Aguilera |
Mother Name | Shelly Loraine |
Children | Max Bratman, Summer Rain Rutler |
Siblings | Michael Kearns (Brother), Rachel Aguilera (Sister), Stephanie Kearns (Sister), Casey Kearns (Brother) |
She got known for his voice and was also titled as “the little girl with the big voice”. She went to Marshall Middle School and later attended Rochester Area School District. In 2005, Aguilera married record producer Jordan Bratman but unfortunately separated after five years. The couple have a son Max Liron Bratman. In 2010, Christina started her relationship with Matthew Rutler and they both are still together.
Career
Christina’s first song was Reflection for the animated film Mulan in 1998. The song was a great success. Previously, she had also been a part of The Mickey Mouse Clun with celebrities Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake. After the song Reflection, she signed the RCA Records and released her debut album Christina Aguilera. The album’s single Genie in a Bottle ranked number 1 on the Billboard 200.
“I always wanted to have my own album released before I graduated from high school.”- Christina Aguilera
In the year 200, Aguilera came up with two albums; Mi Reflejo and My Kind of Christmas. Christina then released some more albums including Stripped (2002), Back to Basics (2006), Bionic (2010), Lotus (2012), and Liberation (2018). From 2000 till 2019, Christina went to various concert tours such as The Stripped Tour (2003), Back to Basic Tour (2006-2008), The Liberation Tour (2018), and The X Tour (2019). Christina not only earn fame and popularity in singing but was also casted in some films including Burlesque 92010), The Emoji Movie (2017), and Zoe (2018).
“Certain people want to see me solely as a pop act, but there are many different sides to Christina Aguilera besides the pop girl.”- Christina Aguilera
Awards and Achievements
- Christina has won 7 ALMA Awards up till now. In 2000, she won the New Entertainer of the Year Award and Outstanding Music Video Award for her song Genie in a Bottle. In 2001, she won the Outstanding Music or Awards Special Award for her concert DVD The Reflection. In 2002, she won the Outstanding Performance in a Music, Variety or Comedy Special.
- The same year, she won the Outstanding Song in a Motion Picture Soundtrack for the song lady Marmalade. In 2012, she won the Favorite TV Reality, Variety, or Comedy Personality or Act for her performance in The Voice. She was also awarded the Special Achievement Award “The Voice of a Generation” in 2012.
- 5 of her songs were titled as the Most Performed Songs in the ASCAP Pop Music Awards. These songs include Come On Over Baby (2002), Beautiful (2004), Can’t Hold Us Down (2005), Hurt (2008), and Candyman (2008).
- She has been nominated for over 20 times in the Grammy Awards and won 7 of them.
- Her song Genie in a Bottle has been certified platinum 8 times by the RIAA and around 17 million copies were sold worldwide.
Christina Aguilera Net Worth and Salary
The latest update shows that Christina Aguilera net worth is over $160 million today. The famous albums and songs have helped her earn this much money and fame. Although her journey was not easy, still she managed to raise her voice and gain acknowledgment and fame on international level.
“I’m a hard worker and I really give to my fans through my shows.”- Christina Aguilera
After giving several hit albums, she also experimented in acting and did quite a good job. She also appeared as a judge in the music show The Voice. The different ventures amassed Christina’s net worth to over $160 million.
Bottom Line
The outstanding singer has many hit albums under her name. entering into music at an early age and was recognized because of her strong voice. Soon she was selected for singing different movie songs and so, her career began. Today, she is one of the top selling music artists with many hit songs and albums.
“It’s been quite a roller coaster ride, but I’ve grown and learned a lot about myself. The greatest thing is being able to interact with fans and touch people’s lives… for that I give thanks.”- Christina Aguilera