Robert Barisford Brown Sr. (born February 5, 1969) is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, and dancer. Known as the “King of Stage”, Brown, alongside frequent collaborator Teddy Riley, is noted as one of the pioneers of new jack swing: a fusion of hip hop and R&B. Brown started his career in the R&B and pop group New Edition, from its inception in 1978 until his exit from the group in December 1985.
Attribute Details Full Name Robert Barisford Brown Sr. Also Known As Bobby Brown Profession(s) Singer, songwriter, rapper, dancer Date of Birth February 5, 1969 Age (as of 2023) 54 Place of Birth Boston, Massachusetts, USA Nationality American Zodiac Sign Aquarius Ancestry & Heritage African-American
Attribute Details Height 5’8″ (1.73 m) Weight 165 lbs (75 kg) Body Measurements Chest: 42 in (107 cm), Waist: 32 in (81 cm), Hips: 36 in (91 cm) Eye Color Brown Hair Color Black
Attribute Details Parents Herbert James Brown (father) and Carole Elizabeth Williams (mother) Siblings Seven siblings, including brothers Tommy Brown and Eddie Brown, and sisters Leolah Brown, LaTonya Brown, and Tina Brown Affairs Had relationships with Kim Ward, Whitney Houston, and Adrienne Bailon Relationship Married to Alicia Etheredge-Brown since 2012 Children Seven children: Landon Brown, Bobby Brown Jr., La’Princia Brown, Cassius Brown, Naviyd Brown, Bodhi Brown, and Hendrix Brown
Attribute Details Schooling Attended the Roxbury Preparatory School and the Hyde Park High School Higher Education Dropped out of Northeastern University Early Life Grew up in the Orchard Park Projects in Roxbury, Boston Early Influences James Brown, Michael Jackson, Rick James, and Marvin Gaye
Attribute Details Debut Released his debut solo album, “King of Stage”, in 1986 Significant Works “Don’t Be Cruel”, “My Prerogative”, “Every Little Step”, and “Humpin’ Around” Awards & Nominations Won three Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male for “Every Little Step” Filmography/Discography Has released 12 studio albums and starred in films such as “Ghostbusters II” and “A Thin Line Between Love and Hate” Voice Work Provided the voice of Bobby Bolivia in the animated film “Cars” Music Videos Appeared in the music videos for “My Prerogative”, “Every Little Step”, and “Humpin’ Around” Tours & Live Shows Has toured extensively throughout his career Collaborations Collaborated with artists such as Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, and Michael Jackson Documentaries Featured in the documentary “Whitney: Can I Be Me”
Attribute Details Net Worth $2 million Properties Owns a home in Los Angeles and a condominium in Atlanta Business Ventures Owns a clothing line and a record label Investments Invested in real estate and stocks
Attribute Details Hobbies & Interests Playing basketball, fishing, and spending time with his family Controversies Has been involved in several controversies, including drug abuse, domestic violence, and child neglect Philanthropy & Activism Supports several charities, including the Bobby Brown Foundation and the American Red Cross Public Image Has been portrayed as a troubled celebrity in the media Personal Challenges Has struggled with addiction and depression Notable Interviews Gave a candid interview to Oprah Winfrey in 2009, in which he discussed his struggles with addiction and his relationship with Whitney Houston Publications & Books Has written a memoir, “Bobby Brown: The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing but the Truth” Personal Anecdotes Has said that he was inspired to become a singer after seeing Michael Jackson perform on television Quotes “I’m not perfect, but I’m trying to be the best person I can be.”
Attribute Details Instagram Handle @iam bobbybrown Twitter Handle @bobbybrown Facebook Handle @official bobbybrown Youtube Channel Bobby Brown TikTok ID bobbybrown
Attribute Details Cultural References Has been referenced in songs by artists such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Lil Wayne Achievements Outside Primary Profession Has appeared in several reality television shows, including “Being Bobby Brown” and “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” Mentorship Has mentored several young artists, including Justin Bieber and Chris Brown Legacy Is considered one of the most influential R&B singers of all time
