Erykah Badu Age, Height, Husband, Biography, Family, Net worth, Facts

Publish date: 2024-05-20

Erykah Badu (born February 26, 1971) is an American Singer, Songwriter, and Musician from Dallas, USA. She made her first appearance in 1994. In fact, Badu came on the opening of D’Angelo show. Her full real birth name is Erica Abi Wright. Moreover, Kedar Massenburg impressed with her performance. He signed her to Kedar Entertainment.

Erykah Badu American Singer & Songwriter

Soon, she lands with her debut album “Baduizm” in 1997. The American Recording Agency certified it as triple platinum. Badu becomes a popular face for the American audience. Again, her best performance has shown in “Live” album. Erykah impresses her fans with singles like “Danger” On the other hand, “Love” peaks on #10 Billboard Hot 100.

Erykah Badu Personal Life & Affairs

She influences by the neo-soul and R & B genres. Sometimes her voice compared with Billie Holiday (Jazz Singer). Additionally, Badu appears in small roles in Hollywood movies. This includes “House of D” and “Blues Brothers 2000”. After that, she did musical documentaries like “The Black Power Mixtapes” and “Before the Music Dies”.

She made music with labels such as Motown, Universal, and Kedar. Now, Erykah organized a concert in Chicago. Her fans flooded in the auditorium. Everything has gone well. Suddenly, Erykah spoke in favor of R. Kelly (R & B Singer). He struggles due to the accusations from Andrea Kelly (former spouse). Earlier, his daughter Joann Lee Kelly accuses him.

Profile, Parents & Before Fame

Erykah was born on 26th of February 1971 in Dallas, Texas (United States). Therefore, she turns 47 years old now. She is a sweet daughter of William Wright Jr. (father) and Kollen Maria Gipson (mother).

Erykah Badu Biography

In fact, Badu has one sister Nayrok Wright. Her brother’s name is Eevin Wright. She has a close bond with her grandparents. Furthermore, Badu engaged to the show business at the age of 4. She studied from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.

Then, she enrolls in the Grambling University for Theater Studies. Though, Erykah left her college to be a musician. Additionally, she taught drama to the South Dallas Cultural Center. Badu records a demo-song with Cousin Robert Bradford.

Dating Life, Boyfriend & Children

Erykah Badu Family

Still, Ms. Badu dated several men. She did not find true love in her life. In fact, she romantically involves with Andre 3000 in 1995. She gave birth to Andre first son Seven Sirius Benjamin in 1997.

However, Erykah ended her relationship in 1999. After that, she links with Soulquarian Common as of 2000. They separated in 2002. The D.O.C (Rapper) and Erykah have a daughter Puma Sabti Curry.

Now, Erykah is dating her boyfriend Jay Electronica (American Rapper). The couple has a baby girl Mars Merkaba Thedford born in 2009. Meanwhile, Erykah stays in Dallas and New York City (USA).

Erykah Badu Age, Height & Weight

Wiki/Bio
Real Full Birth NameErica Abi Wright.
Nick nameErykah.
ProfessionActress, Singer & Songwriter.
In The News ForSupporting R & B Singer R. Kelly in her Chicago Concert.
Age (As of 2018)47 years old.
Date of Birth (DOB), BirthdayFebruary 26, 1971.
Birthplace/HometownDallas, Texas (United States).
NationalityAmerican.
Studio Albums1. Baduizm (1997).
2. Mama's Gun (2000)
Worldwide.
3. Underground (2003).
4. New Amerykah Part One (2008).
5. New Amerykah Part Two (2010).
Awards & AchievementsNA.
GenderFemale.
Sun Sign (Zodiac Sign)Pisces.
EthnicityAfro-American.
ReligionChristianity.
Current ResidenceDallas & New York (USA).
Physical Statistics
Height (Tall)Feet & Inches: 5' 4".
Centimeters: 163 cm.
Meters: 1.63 m.
WeightKilograms: 60 Kg.
Pounds: 132 lbs.
Bra Size33B.
Body Measurements (Breast-waist-hips)34-25-35.
Shoe Size (US)8.
Tattoo details?Will Update.
Eye ColorBlack.
Hair ColorBlack.
Family
ParentsFather: William Wright Jr.
Mother: Kollen Maria Gipson.
SiblingsBrother: Eevin Wright.
Sister: Nayrok Wright.
Famous RelativesGrandparents:
Uncle:
Aunt:
Personal Life Relationship
Marital StatusUnmarried.
Dating History?She was in a relationship with her ex-partners Andre 3000, Soulquarian Common & The D.O.C musicians.
Boyfriend1. Andre 3000.
2. Soulquarian Commn.
3. The D.O.C (Rapper).
4. Jay Electronica.
Husband/Spouse NameNone.
SonSeven Sirius Benjamin
DaughterPuma Sabti Curry & Mars Merkaba Thedford.
Education
Highest QualificationGrambling University Drop-out.
SchoolBooker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.
College/ UniversityGrambling University
Hobbies & Favorite Things
Favorite CelebritiesActor: Robert Downey, Jr.
Actress: Jennifer Aniston.
Dream Holiday DestinationParis.
Favorite ColorBlack.
Love to doTravelling & Shopping.
Favorite FoodBurger & Coffee.
Wealth
Net worth (approx.)$12 Million US dollars (As of 2019).
Annual Income & EarningsUnder Review.
Contact Details
Office AddressNot Known
Home DetailsWill Update.
Mobile or Phone NumberN.A.
Email AddressNot found.
Official Websitewww.erykah-badu.com.

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