Usher

Date of Birth: October 14, 1978

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Date of Death: [Not Applicable]

Biography

Usher Raymond IV, known mononymously as Usher, is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and dancer. Born on October 14, 1978, in Dallas, Texas, Usher rose to fame in the late 1990s with the release of his second album, “My Way,” which spawned his first U.S. Billboard Hot 100 number-one single, “Nice & Slow.” His career continued to skyrocket with subsequent albums, including “8701,” “Confessions,” and “Raymond v. Raymond.” Renowned for his smooth vocals and dynamic performances, Usher has sold over 23 million albums in the United States and 65 million albums worldwide. He is also an eight-time Grammy Award winner and has been influential in the careers of many artists, including Justin Bieber. Beyond music, Usher is known for his philanthropic efforts and business ventures, including his part ownership of the NBA team, the Cleveland Cavaliers.

5 Interesting Facts about Usher

1. Usher was discovered at the age of 13 on “Star Search,” a popular talent show in the early 1990s.

2. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in 2016.

3. Usher co-owns the Cleveland Cavaliers, an NBA team.

4. He has appeared in several films and television shows, including “The Faculty” and “Moesha.”

5. Usher’s album “Confessions” sold over 10 million copies in the United States alone, making it his best-selling album to date.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Usher

1. “Success is about dedication. You may not be where you want to be or do what you want to do when you’re on the journey. But you’ve got to be willing to have vision and foresight that leads you to an incredible end.”

2. “Strivers achieve what dreamers believe.”

3. “The best present a man can give a woman is his undivided attention.”

4. “My journey has been a very interesting one. It’s been filled with learning curves and a lot of excitement.”

5. “If you take responsibility for yourself, you will develop a hunger to accomplish your dreams.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Usher’s net worth was estimated to be around $180 million.

Children

Usher has four children: 1. Usher Raymond V, born in 2007. 2. Naviyd Ely Raymond, born in 2008. 3. Sovereign Bo Raymond, born in 2020. 4. Sire Castrello Raymond, born in 2021.