Date of Birth: February 11, 1979
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Brandy Rayana Norwood, known professionally as Brandy, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actress, and businesswoman. Born on February 11, 1979, in McComb, Mississippi, and raised in Carson, California, Brandy became one of the most successful and influential R&B artists of the 1990s and early 2000s. She began her career in entertainment as a child, performing in talent shows and eventually securing a recording contract with Atlantic Records in 1993. Her self-titled debut album, released in 1994, was a commercial success, featuring hits such as “I Wanna Be Down” and “Baby.” Brandy’s acting career took off when she starred in the UPN sitcom “Moesha” from 1996 to 2001, which established her as a household name. She continued to release successful albums, including “Never Say Never” (1998), which produced her Grammy Award-winning duet with Monica, “The Boy Is Mine.” In addition to her music and acting career, Brandy has served as a judge on the talent show “America’s Got Talent” and has appeared in several films and television shows. She has influenced many contemporary artists and has been praised for her distinctive vocal style and innovative musical approach.
5 Interesting Facts about Brandy Norwood
1. Brandy starred in the UPN sitcom “Moesha,” which ran for six seasons and made her a household name.
2. Her 1998 album “Never Say Never” sold over 16 million copies worldwide.
3. Brandy won a Grammy Award for her duet with Monica, “The Boy Is Mine,” in 1999.
4. She was the first African-American to play Cinderella in a major television network production, starring in Disney’s 1997 TV movie “Cinderella.”
5. Brandy has sold over 40 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling female artists of all time.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Brandy Norwood
1. “I think the foundation for everything in my life is my faith and my belief in God.”
2. “I don’t think I’m a singer. I think I’m an artist.”
3. “My music is my way of expressing my pain and my joy and everything in between.”
4. “I believe that everything happens for a reason.”
5. “The most important thing is to be true to yourself and those you love.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Brandy’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $14 million.
Children
Brandy has one daughter, Sy’rai Iman Smith, born on June 16, 2002, with her former partner, producer Robert “Big Bert” Smith.
Relevant Links
1. [Brandy – Official Website](https://www.4everbrandy.com/
2. [Brandy on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005275/
3. [Brandy on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandy_Norwood
5. [Brandy’s Profile on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/brandy/
