Jackie Evancho is a singer and actor who rose to prominence at the age of ten as the first runner-up on America’s Got Talent’s fifth season.
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Jacqueline Marie Evancho was born on April 9, 2000, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. She was born into a Catholic family, the daughter of Michael and Lisa Evancho. She is the second child of her parents, with a transgender older sister Juliet. Jackie has two younger siblings: Rachael and Zachary.
Jackie discovered her love of music when she was eight years old, thanks to her fascination with the soundtrack of the film “The Phantom of the Opera.” She also played the piano and violin in addition to singing.
She took vocal lessons and competed in various local talent shows to hone her skills, mostly finishing second at the rudimentary level. Jackie became famous and well-known wherever she performed. She sang with various choirs, including the Children’s Festival Chorus of Pittsburgh, appeared on PBS, and launched her own YouTube channel, which is quite popular.
She is currently making headlines for her performance of the National Anthem at Donald Trump’s Presidential Inauguration in January 2017.
Jackie Evancho’s Age, Height, Weight, and Body Dimensions
Jackie Evancho, who was born on April 9, 2000, is 22 years old. Her height is 1.55 meters and her weight is 58 kilograms.
Jackie Evancho’s Profession & Career
Evancho’s mesmerizing classical crossover singing has enriched a global audience. Jackie’s six albums were all certified platinum or gold.
Jackie released her first album, “Prelude to a Dream,” in 2009, but it quickly became out of date due to a significant change in her voice within a year and a half. She reached new heights of success in 2010 when she competed on “America’s Got Talent.” She signed a deal with Columbia Records after winning AGT and released a mini-album, “O Holy Night,” in October 2010.
Jackie released another full-length album, “Dream With Me,” in 2011, which debuted at number one on the Billboard charts and was well received internationally. Jackie was all set to release her first Christmas album, “Heavenly Christmas,” in November 2011, which also charted well. She had the opportunity to perform in front of President Barack Obama and other dignitaries at the annual National Prayer Breakfast in February 2012.
“Songs from the Silver Screen,” her fourth album, was released in October 2012. Jackie began her acting career in 2007 with “High School Musical,” but her first featured television show was “Wizards of Waverly Place: Back to Max” in 2011.
Jackie’s success and fan base prompted Billboard Classical to include her twice on its list of “music movers and shakers under the age of 21.”
“Awakening,” her fifth full-length album, was released in 2014, followed by “Someday at Christmas” in 2016. Jackie’s most recent album, “Two Hearts,” launched her as a coauthored songwriter.
Achievements and Awards
Jackie Evancho’s albums all charted at number one on the Billboard 200. She has released seven studio albums, three albums, thirteen music videos, one EP, and thirty-five singles to date, all of which have received critical acclaim.
Jackie’s seventh album, “Two Hearts,” debuted at number one on the charts for the seventh time in a row. The Kean Quest Talent Search annually bestows the “Jackie Evancho Award” on contestants who demonstrate courage and perseverance in pursuing their dreams and desires.
Jackie Evancho’s Salary and Net Worth
Jackie Evancho’s net worth is estimated to be more than $6 million as of January 2023. Her main source of income is singing.
Quick Facts
Celebrated Name | Jackie Evancho |
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Real Name | Jacqueline Marie “Jackie” Evancho |
Gender | Female |
Age | 22 years old |
Birth Date | 9 April 2000 |
Birth Place | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States |
Nationality | American |
Height | 1.55 m |
Weight | 58 kg |
Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Marital Status | Single |
Husband | No |
Children | No |
Dating | N/A |
Profession | American classical crossover singer |
Net Worth | $6 million |
Brands | N/A |
Hobbies | N/A |