Harry Connick, Jr.

Date of Birth: September 11, 1967

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Joseph Harry Fowler Connick Jr., known professionally as Harry Connick Jr., is a renowned American musician, singer, actor, and composer. Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, Connick showed a prodigious talent for music from an early age, encouraged by his parents—both of whom were also musically inclined. Over the years, he has become one of the most versatile performers in the entertainment industry, with accomplishments spanning jazz, pop, and film. Connick has sold over 28 million albums worldwide, won multiple Grammy and Emmy Awards, and has also made notable contributions to acting, appearing in films such as “Hope Floats” and “Independence Day” and television shows like “Will & Grace.”

5 Interesting Facts about Harry Connick, Jr.

1. Harry Connick Jr. began playing the piano at the age of three and performed publicly for the first time at age five.

2. He released his first album at the age of 10.

3. Connick has appeared on Broadway, both as a performer and a composer.

4. He served as a judge on the television show “American Idol” from 2013 to 2016.

5. Connick is also an advocate for New Orleans, actively participating in and organizing relief efforts after Hurricane Katrina.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Harry Connick, Jr.

1. “The two things that I think are required to have a great relationship are humor and commitment.”

2. “I’ve realized that family is the most important thing in the world.”

3. “My ambition is to live a full life – full of love, full of family, full of music, and full of laughter.”

4. “Music is what I love, take that away from me and I really got nothing.”

5. “I like to be quiet and play piano and write songs.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Harry Connick Jr.’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $45 million.

Children

Harry Connick Jr. and his wife, Jill Goodacre, have three daughters: Georgia Tatum Connick (born 1996), Sarah Kate Connick (born 1997), and Charlotte Connick (born 2002).