Real name: Brandy Rayana Norwood
Date of Birth: Feb 11, 1979
Place of Birth: McComb
Profession: Singer, Film Producer, Record producer, Songwriter, Actor, Singer-songwriter, Rapper, Television Producer, Dancer, Model
Net Worth: $12 Million
Brandy Norwood, better known by her mononym Brandy, is a well-established American singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. Born on February 11, 1979, in Mississippi, Brandy and her family moved to Los Angeles when she was just four years old. With her singing talents becoming apparent at a young age, Brandy began performing in public and soon caught the attention of the entertainment industry.
She launched her recording career at the tender age of 14 with her self-titled debut album, “Brandy”, which was released in 1994. The album was an instant success, earning quadruple Platinum certification in the United States. Her hit singles “I Wanna Be Down” and “Baby” topped the Billboard R&B chart and established her as a rising star in the music industry. Her second album “Never Say Never” released in 1998, was even more successful, featuring the global hit “The Boy is Mine,” a duet with Monica, which won a Grammy.
In addition to her successful music career, Brandy has also made a name for herself as an actress. She starred in the popular UPN sitcom “Moesha” in the mid-to-late 1990s, further enhancing her public profile. She also starred in the reality series “Brandy & Ray J: A Family Business” and served as a judge on “America’s Got Talent.” With an estimated net worth of $12 million as of 2023, Brandy has clearly demonstrated her versatility and staying power in the entertainment industry.