Ricky Martin Net Worth, Age, Height, Wife, Kids, Wiki, Bio

Introduction

Ricky Martin is an internationally-renowned Puerto Rican pop singer, actor and author behind chart-topping hits like “Livin’ La Vida Loca.” He has sold over 70 million records globally.

Ricky Martin live on stage

Bio/Wiki

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Full NameEnrique Martín Morales
Also Known AsKiki, The Latin King of Pop
Profession(s)Singer, Actor, Author
Date of BirthDecember 24, 1971
Age51 years (As of 2023)
Place of BirthSan Juan, Puerto Rico
NationalityPuerto Rican
Zodiac SignCapricorn
Ancestry & HeritagePuerto Rican, Spanish, Corsican

Physical Stats

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Height5′ 111⁄2″ (182 cm)
Weight75 kg (165 lbs)
Body Measurements42-32-35 in
Eye ColourDark Brown
Hair ColourDark Brown
Ricky Martin with Esther Canadas

Family & Relationships

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ParentsEnrique Martín Negroni (Father), Nereida Morales (Mother)
SiblingsVanessa Martín, Ángel Fernández Morales, Fernando Morales, Daniel Martín, Eric Martin
AffairsRebecca de Alba, Gabriela Sabatini
RelationshipEngaged
Partner/SpouseJwan Yosef (m. 2017–2023)
Children4 children

Education & Early Life

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SchoolingGraduated from Tisch School of the Arts in NYC
Higher EducationStarted singing and acting from a young age
Early LifeBorn and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Early InfluencesInfluenced by the arts and his musically-inclined family

Career

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DebutDebuted musically in 1984 with the band Menudo
Significant Works“Livin’ la Vida Loca,” “She Bangs,” “Nobody Wants to Be Lonely”
Awards & Nominations3 Grammy awards, 15 Latin Grammy awards
Filmography/Discography10+ major studio albums, Evita (1996)
Voice WorkSpeaker Phone in Minions: The Rise Of Gru
Music VideosIconic videos for “La Copa De La Vida,” “She Bangs”
Tours & Live ShowsLa Vida Loca Tour (1999), Black and White Tour (2007)
CollaborationsCollabs with Maluma, Carlos Vives, Bad Bunny and more
DocumentariesSubject of documentary Ricky Martin: Behind the Vegas Residency
Ricky Martin with crew members

Net Worth & Assets

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Net Worth$120 million
PropertiesHomes in Los Angeles, Miami, Puerto Rico
Business VenturesLivin’ La Vida Loca Las Vegas residency
InvestmentsInvestor and creative advisor for Moët Hennessy wine & spirits

Trivia & Miscellaneous

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Hobbies & InterestsPracticing yoga and meditation, collecting art
ControversiesTarget of false allegations about sexuality & relationship status
Philanthropy & ActivismFounded the Ricky Martin Foundation benefiting children
Public ImageSeen as a proud figure in the Latin and LGBTQ communities
Personal ChallengesOvercame mental health issues like anxiety and depression
Notable InterviewsIconic Barbara Walters interview where he came out as gay (2000)
Publications & BooksPublished memoir Me in 2010
Personal AnecdotesWas cast on Mexican telenovela at age 6
Quotes“I am a fortunate homosexual man.”
Ricky Martin with Lin Manuel Miranda

Social Media & Online Presence

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Instagram Handle@ricky_martin
Twitter Handle@ricky_martin
Facebook Handle@RickyMartinOfficialPage
Youtube ChannelRickyMartinVEVO

Legacy & Influence

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Cultural ReferencesInspired South Park character Enrique Shockwave
Achievements Outside Primary ProfessionActing credits, NYT bestselling author
MentorshipAdvises various children’s foundations and LGBT organizations
LegacyBroke barriers for Latin music crossover success; influential gay icon

With his energetic music, acting talents, philanthropy and pride as an openly gay Latino man, Ricky Martin has maintained legendary international stardom for over 30 years.