Toni Braxton Biography: Husband, Age, Height, Net Worth, Children, Siblings, Movie

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Biography

Toni Michele Braxton (born October 7, 1967), more commonly recognized as Toni Braxton, is an illustrious American singer and accomplished songwriter. She is also an engaging TV personality and talented actress who has achieved remarkable success. 

Her influence spans the globe, with an astonishing 70 million records sold worldwide, solidifying Toni Braxton‘s status as one of the most triumphant female artists in the annals of music history.

Toni Braxton‘s prodigious talent has garnered widespread acclaim, as evidenced by her impressive collection of seven Grammy Awards, nine Billboard Music Awards, seven American Music Awards, and a myriad of other esteemed accolades.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Toni Michele Braxton
Stage Name:	Toni Braxton
Born:	7 October 1967 (age 57 years old)
Place of Birth:	Severn, Maryland, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Bowie State University
Height:	1.56 m
Parents:	Evelyn Braxton, Michael Conrad Braxton
Siblings:	Tamar Braxton, Traci Braxton, Trina Braxton, Michael Conrad Braxton Jr., Towanda Braxton
Spouse:	Keri Lewis (m. 2001–2013)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Birdman (2018-2019), Curtis Martin (1996-1998), Shemar Moore (1994-1995), Bryant Reid (1993-1994), Eddie Murphy (2012), Jason Kidd (1996), Jim Jackson (1996), Frankie Beverly
Children:	Diezel Ky Braxton-Lewis, Denim Cole Braxton-Lewis
Occupation:	Singer • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$12 million

Early Life & Education

Toni Michele Braxton, the multi-gifted personality, was born in Severn, Maryland, on October 7, 1967. Her father, Michael Conrad Braxton Sr., had a dual role as a Methodist clergyman and power company worker. Meanwhile, her mother, Evelyn Jackson, hailed from South Carolina and had a diverse background as a former opera singer, cosmetologist, and pastor.

Toni Braxton, the oldest of her six siblings, has a younger brother named Michael Conrad Braxton Jr. and four younger sisters named Traci Braxton, Towanda Braxton, Trina Braxton, and Tamar Braxton. 

In her pursuit of higher education, Toni Braxton enrolled at Bowie State University to obtain a teaching degree.

Career

Toni Braxton initiated her professional journey by collaborating with her siblings in The Braxtons Band. In 1993, she achieved both critical acclaim and commercial triumph with the release of her eponymous first album. 

The album not only resulted in several chart-topping singles such as Another Sad Love Song, Breathe Again, and You Mean the World to Me, but also earned Braxton three Grammy Awards, including the prestigious Best New Artist accolade.

Following the success of her debut album, Toni Braxton released Secrets (1996), which had hit singles like Unbreak My Heart, You’re Makin’ Me High, and Let It Flow.

Toni Braxton‘s success continued as she released a series of hit albums in the 1990s and early 2000s, such as The Heat in 2000, More Than a Woman in 2002, and Libra in 2005. In addition to her music career, she showcased her talent on Broadway by starring in the film Beauty and the Beast in 1998.

Braxton filed for bankruptcy in 2007. However, she has successfully bounced back and remains active in the music industry by releasing new music and performing live. 

Toni Braxton‘s status as a true R&B music icon is undisputed. Renowned for her impressive vocal range, heartfelt ballads, and captivating stage persona, she has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Her influence extends far and wide, inspiring numerous artists while amassing a legion of devoted fans worldwide.

Toni Braxton‘s achievements extend beyond her music career; she has also dabbled in acting. She has been in noteworthy films such as Kingdom Come (2001) and Bird Box (2018), as well as television shows such as Braxton Family Values (2011-2020). She has also demonstrated her financial savvy by successfully entering the fashion and fragrance industries with her clothing line and distinctive smells.

Awards & Nominations

Grammy Awards

• 1994: Best New Artist
• 1994: Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for “Another Sad Love Song”
• 1995: Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for “Breathe Again”
• 1997: Best R&B Album for Secrets
• 2000: Best R&B Album for The Heat
• 2015: Best R&B Album for Love, Marriage & Divorce
• 2019: Best R&B Album for Sex & Cigarettes

Billboard Music Awards

• 1994: Top Female R&B Artist
• 1994: Top R&B Album for Toni Braxton
• 1996: Top Female R&B Artist
• 1996: Top R&B Album for Secrets
• 1997: Top R&B Album for Secrets
• 2000: Top R&B Album for The Heat
• 2015: Top R&B Artist
• 2015: Top R&B Album for Love, Marriage & Divorce
• 2019: Top R&B Album for Sex & Cigarettes

American Music Awards

• 1994: Favorite Soul/R&B New Artist
• 1994: Favorite New Adult Contemporary Artist
• 1995: Favorite Soul/R&B Album for Toni Braxton
• 1996: Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist
• 1997: Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist
• 1997: Favorite Soul/R&B Album for Secrets
• 2000: Favorite Soul/R&B Album for The Heat

Social Media

• Instagram: @tonibraxton
• Twitter: @tonibraxton
• Facebook: Toni Braxton

Personal Life

Toni Braxton, 57, was previously married and is the mother of two sons. She tied the knot with musician Keri Lewis in 2001, and they welcomed two sons, Denim Cole Braxton-Lewis and Diezel Ky Braxton-Lewis. 

Unfortunately, Diezel Ky Braxton-Lewis was diagnosed with autism at a young age, which made Toni Braxton a strong advocate for autism awareness and support. After being together for eight years, Braxton and Lewis decided to separate in 2009 and later finalized their divorce in 2013.

Toni Braxton and rapper Birdman started dating in 2016. Two years later, in 2018, they made their engagement public but unfortunately ended it in 2019. Nevertheless, the couple managed to mend their relationship and are still going strong.

Toni Braxton has been in relationships with the following celebrities: Frankie Beverly, Bryant Reid, Shemar Moore, Jason Kidd, Jim Jackson, Curtis Martin, and Eddie Murphy.

Discography

• 1993 Toni Braxton 
• 1996 Secrets 
• 2000 The Heat 
• 2001 Snowflakes 
• 2002 More Than a Woman 
• 2005 Libra 
• 2010 Pulse 
• 2014 Love, Marriage & Divorce (with Babyface)
• 2018 Sex & Cigarettes 
• 2020 Spell My Name 

Filmography

• 1992: Boomerang (as herself)
• 2001: Kingdom Come (as Miriam)

Net Worth

Toni Braxton, a well-known American R&B singer-songwriter and actress, has a net worth of $12 million. She has sold over a million records worldwide with her amazing talent and mesmerizing voice, confirming her position as one of history’s most successful female R&B musicians. 

Braxton has won seven Grammy Awards, nine Billboard Music Awards, seven American Music Awards, and countless other important awards.

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