Enrique Iglesias

Date of Birth: May 8, 1975

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Enrique Iglesias, born Enrique Miguel Iglesias Preysler, is a Spanish-American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. Born on May 8, 1975, in Madrid, Spain, he is one of the most successful Latin music artists in the world. Enrique is the son of the famous Spanish singer Julio Iglesias and Filipina socialite and magazine journalist Isabel Preysler. He moved to the United States when he was a child and grew up in Miami, Florida, where he attended the prestigious Gulliver Preparatory School and later the University of Miami. Enrique’s career began in the mid-1990s, and he quickly achieved international fame with hits in both English and Spanish. His debut album, “Enrique Iglesias” (1995), sold over a million copies in three months. He followed this with several successful albums, including “Vivir” (1997), “Cosas del Amor” (1998), and the English-language “Enrique” (1999). Enrique’s music blends Latin pop, dance, and contemporary styles, and he has earned numerous awards, including Grammy Awards, Latin Grammy Awards, and Billboard Music Awards. Throughout his career, Enrique Iglesias has released numerous chart-topping singles, such as “Bailamos,” “Hero,” “Escape,” “Tonight (I’m Lovin’ You),” and “Bailando.” He is known for his energetic stage presence and has toured extensively worldwide. In addition to his musical career, Enrique has also dabbled in acting, appearing in films like “Once Upon a Time in Mexico” (2003).

5 Interesting Facts about Enrique Iglesias

1. Enrique Iglesias is the youngest of three siblings; he has an older brother, Julio Iglesias Jr., and an older sister, Chabeli Iglesias.

2. Enrique initially kept his musical ambitions a secret from his family and used the pseudonym “Enrique Martinez” to avoid nepotism.

3. He holds the record for the most number-one hits on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart, with 27.

4. Enrique has sold over 170 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling Latin music artists.

5. He is known for his philanthropic efforts, including working with the Save the Children organization.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Enrique Iglesias

1. “I don’t care what people say. My music’s, my music.”

2. “I’ve never really lived in one place. My family’s always moving, and so I’ve never really had a hometown.”

3. “The power of music in Spanish is so strong, that I couldn’t stay away from it any longer.”

4. “I always try to write from the heart.”

5. “Touring is what I love the most. I love seeing the fans and how the music affects them.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Enrique Iglesias has achieved a highest net worth of approximately $100 million.

Children

Enrique Iglesias has three children with his longtime partner, former professional tennis player Anna Kournikova. Their names are Nicholas Iglesias, Lucy Iglesias (twins born in December 2017), and Mary Iglesias (born in January 2020).