Kandi Burruss

Date of Birth: May 17, 1976

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Kandi Burruss is an American musician, songwriter, reality television star, and businesswoman. Born and raised in College Park, Georgia, she first gained prominence as a member of the R&B group Xscape. The group achieved significant success in the 1990s with hits like “Just Kickin’ It” and “Understanding.” Burruss has also made a name for herself as a songwriter, penning hits for artists such as TLC, Destiny’s Child, and Alicia Keys. Her songwriting prowess earned her a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song for TLC’s “No Scrubs.” Beyond music, Burruss has become a well-known television personality, particularly through her long-standing role on Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” She has leveraged her fame to build a robust business portfolio, including ventures in fashion, adult toys, and restaurants. Burruss is also a philanthropist, often using her platform to support various charitable causes.

5 Interesting Facts about Kandi Burruss

1. Kandi Burruss was the first African-American woman to win the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) award for Songwriter of the Year in 2000.

2. She wrote the hit song “No Scrubs” for TLC, which became one of the best-selling singles of the 1990s.

3. Kandi is the owner of Bedroom Kandi, a successful line of adult toys.

4. She has starred in her own spin-off shows, including “Kandi’s Wedding” and “Kandi’s Ski Trip.”

5. Burruss is a co-owner of the Southern cuisine restaurant “Old Lady Gang” in Atlanta, which she runs with her husband, Todd Tucker.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kandi Burruss

1. “I’m living my dream, and I want to help others do the same.”

2. “Success is all about taking the right risks.”

3. “If you don’t believe in yourself, nobody else will.”

4. “Music has always been my first love and my therapy.”

5. “Family is everything to me, and I strive to be the best mom and wife I can be.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Kandi Burruss has achieved a highest net worth of approximately $30 million.

Children

Kandi Burruss has three children: Riley Burruss, her daughter from a previous relationship; Ace Wells Tucker, her son with husband Todd Tucker; and Blaze Tucker, her daughter born via surrogate with Todd Tucker.