Ella Mai is a well-known English singer-songwriter. She auditioned for The X-11th Factor’s season as part of a three-person group.
Table of Contents
Wiki, Bio, Family, Siblings, Childhood & Education
Ella Mai, full name Ella Mai Howell, was born on November 3, 1994, in London, England, to an Irish father and a Jamaican mother. Her mother, a passionate enthusiast of American jazz music, named her Ella Fitzgerald after the legendary jazz singer. She moved to New York City when she was only 12 years old. She attended Queens High School of Teaching in Glen Oaks and then returned to London after graduation.
Ella Mai’s Age, Height, Weight, and Body Dimensions
Ella Mai was born on November 3, 1994, and is 28 years old. Her height is 1.70m and she weighs 55 kg.
Ella Mai’s Profession & Career
She was a student at the British and Irish Modern Music Institute in London in 2014. She went on to compete in Season 11 of The X-Factor as a member of the three-member group Arize. Unfortunately, the group was unable to get past the initial stage, and it disbanded shortly thereafter. The following year, she recorded four songs for an EP named “Trouble,” which she released on SoundCloud.
This made no difference in her life, so she began sharing tiny snippets of her versions of popular songs. This increased her popularity on Instagram, and Dj Mustard took note. As a result, she signed with Dj Mustard’s record company, ten summer records, and Interscope Records.
In February of 2016, she released the EP “Time” with Dj Mustard, which became an underground smash. Her following EP, “Change,” was released in November of 2016, and it was again a success. Her next EP, “Ready,” was released in February 2017 and became an instant success. The song “Boo’d Up,” which was included on the EP, proved extremely popular among young people. On April 26th, 2018, she published an official video for the song, which received a lot of attention.
The song peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. She released the single “Trip” in August, with the video following a month later. The song peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. On October 12, 2018, she released her debut album “Ella Mai,” which featured guest appearances by Chris Brown, John Legend, and H.E.R. Once again, the record was a smash hit. In addition, she has appeared on Saturday Night Live.
Ella Mai’s Boyfriend, Marriage & Relationship
Ella Mai is very close to her mother, who was her major inspiration when she was younger. Her main influences were Destiny’s Child, Brandy, Alicia Keys, Mariah Carey, and, most notably, Chris Brown. She considers herself a tomboy and feels she is the least feminine female on the planet. Having said that, she has been linked to fellow singer Kehlani and NBA player Jayson Tatum, but neither relationship has been verified.
Ella Mai’s Salary and Net Worth
Ella Mai has an estimated net worth of $8 million as of January 2023. Her singing profession has provided the majority of her earnings. Her additional sources of revenue include earnings from her YouTube channel and items related to her song “Boo’d Up,” such as hats, sweatshirts, tees, and phone cases. She has also performed in stage shows, whether on her own or in conjunction with other artists. She has also been on Nick’s All Hat and Saturday Night Live.
Quick Facts
Celebrated Name | Ella Mai |
Real Name | Ella Mai Howell |
Gender | Female |
Age | 28 years old |
Birth Date | 3 November 1994 |
Birth Place | London, United Kingdom |
Nationality | British |
Height | 1.70 M |
Weight | 55 Kg |
Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Marital Status | Single |
Husband | N/A |
Children | No |
Dating | N/A |
Profession | Singer and songwriter |
Salary | $9,80,000 |
Net Worth | $8 Million |
Brands | N/A |
Hobbies | N/A |