Amerie Mi Marie Rogers Nicholson, known professionally as Amerie, is an American artist who has had a multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.
Not only is she an accomplished actress, singer, and songwriter, but she is also a published author. During her career, she released four successful studio albums, including hits such as “1 Thing.”
Her diverse talents and achievements solidify her as a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
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- Full name: Amelie M. Marie Rogers Nicholson
- Stage name: Ameri
- Date of birth: January 12, 1980
- Age: 44 years old
- Birthplace: Fitchburg, Massachusetts, USA
- Nationality: United States
- Occupation: Singer, actor
- Height: 1.65m
- Parents: Misook Rogers, Charles Rogers.
- Siblings: Angela Rogers
- Spouse: Lenny Nicholson
- Children: 1
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $6 million
early life and education
Amelie M. Marie Rogers Nicholson was born on January 12, 1980 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States.
She was raised by her parents Mi Suk Rogers and Charles Rogers. She has a sister, Angela Rogers, who is a lawyer.
She attended Georgetown University, earning a bachelor’s degree in English and fine arts. Ethnically, she is half black and half Korean and grew up in a conservative Christian family.
However, in 2024, she publicly announced her conversion to Islam, further diversifying her background and personal beliefs.
Profession
Amerie began her career in the early 2000s, releasing her debut album All I Have in 2002, which included the breakout hit “Why Don’t We Fall in Love.”
With a smooth blend of R&B and soul, the song peaked at No. 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, establishing Amerie’s place in the genre.
Her early collaborations with notable artists such as Nas and LL Cool J, coupled with her unique vocal style and innovative production, particularly with producer Rich Harrison, set her apart in the highly competitive music industry.
In 2005, Amerie released her second album, Touch, which included the iconic single “1 Thing.” The song topped the R&B charts, introduced a fresh go-go sound to mainstream music, and helped shape the direction of R&B in the mid-2000s.
Touch peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart, cementing Amerie’s status as a boundary-breaking artist.
Despite facing several challenges in the following years, including business woes and record label issues, Amerie continued to release music that pushed creative boundaries.
Amerie has released several albums throughout her career, including Because I Love It (2007) and In Love & War (2009).
Although her commercial success has waxed and waned, her music continues to be praised for its depth and originality.
In addition to her music career, Amelie has also dabbled in acting and writing, demonstrating her versatility and ability to thrive in different creative fields.
Awards and nominations
- Grammy Awards
- MTV Video Music Awards
- soul train music awards
- BET Awards
social media
- Instagram account: @amerie
- Facebook account: Amerie
- Twitter account: @Ameriie
personal life
Amelie is happily married to former Columbia Records executive Lenny Nicholson. The couple began dating in 2004 and got engaged on March 1, 2010.
They tied the knot in a picturesque wedding in Anguilla on June 25, 2011. Together they have a son who adds joy to the family.
Améri often shared about their relationship, emphasizing their deep connection as partners in life and collaborators in their careers.
discography
- Everything I Have(2002)
- Touch(2005)
- Because I love it (2007)
- Love and War(2009)
film chronology
- Center(2003)
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003)
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show(2004)
- The Monique Show(2005)
- Tavis Smiley(2005)
- Late Night with David Letterman (2005)
- 106 and Park(2005)
- Top of the Pops(2005)
- Soul Train(2005)
- Apollo Showtime (2005)
- Last Call with Carson Daly (2005)
- The Tyra Show(2005)
- Living with Kelly and Mark (2005)
- Australian Idol(2005)
- British talent abounds (2005)
- The Worst Man in the World (2005)
- Swan Song(2005)
- “Entourage” (2005)
- Strange(2005)
- Honey(2005)
- Cradle 2 Grave(2005)
- Save Us from Eva (2005)
- Maid in Manhattan(2005)
- Like Mike (2005)
- First Daughter(2005)
- Praise This (2005)
net worth
Amerie’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $6 million.
She amassed her wealth through a successful career as a singer, songwriter and actress, with standout albums such as “All I Have” and “Touch” contributing to her financial success.
