| Celebrated Name: | Peabo Bryson |
| Real Name/Full Name: | Robert Peabo Bryson |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 70 years old |
| Birth Date: | April 13, 1951 |
| Birth Place: | Greenville, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 1.76 m |
| Weight: | 75 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Tanya Boniface |
| Children/Kids (Son and Daughter): | Yes (Robert, Linda) |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Is Peabo Bryson Gay?: | No |
| Profession: | Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer |
| Salary: | N/A |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $12 million |
| Last Updated: | January 2024 |
Peabo Bryson is a renowned R&B and soul singer, songwriter from America. He is well-known for singing soul ballads and also known for his chorus with female singers. He is also a record producer and has contributed to Disney animated feature soundtracks.
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Early Life & Biography
Peabo Bryson was born in Greenville, South Carolina, on April 13, 1951. He spent most of his childhood with his grandparents at their farm in Mauldin, South Carolina. His interest in music came from his mother, who used to take their family to different concerts of famous African-American artists. Peabo was born in a family of four siblings. He grew up with two sisters and a brother. Peabo’s earlier name was Peapod, but he changed his name as he started his career in music. He steps foot into music at a young age of 14. He made his professional debut by joining a local singing group in Greenville.
Personal Life
Taking a peek into Peabo Bryson’s personal life, Bryson is married to former singer and member of the English R&B group ‘The 411’ Tanya Boniface. Before marriage with Boniface, Bryson was engaged several times but ended up marrying Boniface. The couple has a son named Robert, who was born on January 1, 2018. Bryson also has a daughter from his previous relationship named Linda, who was born in 1968. Bryson also has three grandchildren.
Age, Height, and Weight
Being born on 13 April 1951, Peabo Bryson is 70 years old as of today’s date 12th January 2024. His height is 1.76 m tall, and his weight is 75 kg.
Career
Peabo Bryson started his professional career at the age of 14, as a backup singer for a Greenville Local singing group, Al Freeman & The Upsetters. After two years, he started touring the Chitlin Circuit with another local band, Moses Dillard and the Tex-Town display. The band gave a recording session at the Atlanta’s Bang records. The Bang record general manager, Eddie Biscoe, didn’t gain much interest in the band, but his ears heard the young voice of Peabo.
Biscoe provided Peabo with the opportunity to sing, write, and perform his songs. Bryson signed a contract with Biscoe. With Bang Label, Bryson launched his own recording ‘Underground Music’ in 1976. Shortly after this, Peabo released his first album titled ‘Peabo.’ After getting some regional success through his music, in 1977, he signed with Capitol Records.
He started giving many hit songs like 1977’s “Feel the Fire” and “Reaching for the Sky,” 1978’s “I’m So Into You” and “Crosswinds,” 1982’s “Let the Feeling Flow,” 1984’s “If Ever You’re In My Arms Again,” 1989’s “Show and Tell,” and the 1991 hit “Can You Stop the Rain.” Apart from performing singles, he also was part of hit duets like “Without You” recorded in 1987 and “A Whole New World,” recorded in 1992.
He also performed with the famous Celine Dion in the theme song of ‘Beauty & The Beast’ in 1992. His recent works include his newly released album in 2018 ‘Stand For Love,’ produced by Jimmy Tan and Terry Lewis.
Awards & Achievements
Peabo Bryson is a successful singer and record producer. He has achieved many awards and success in his musical career. Bryson is a holder of two Grammy Awards, the first being for his performance of the theme of ‘Beauty & The Beast’ with Celine Dion in 1992 and the second being in 1993 for ‘A Whole New World’ with Regina Belle. He also has a day celebration declared to his name on September 4, 2016, by LowCountryJazzFest in Charleston, SC and North Charleston, SC.
Net Worth & Salary of Peabo Bryson in 2024
Peabo Bryson’s main source of income is from his singing career, labels, and records. His salary information is not known, but he has an estimated net worth of $12 million as of 2024.
Peabo Bryson is a successful music composer, singer, songwriter, and record producer of the 90’s decade. He has brought a change in soft rock and soul genre of music. He is an inspiration for many music followers.