Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds is a renowned American music producer, singer, songwriter and guitarist with over four decades of experience in the industry.
He has worked with some of the biggest names in music and has made a major impact on the music industry.
Babyface is known for his smooth, soulful vocals and ability to write hit songs that resonate with audiences of all ages.
Having worked with Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Beyoncé and many more, Babyface is one of the most successful and influential music producers of all time.
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- Full name: Kenneth Brian Edmonds
- Nickname: Baby Face
- Date of Birth: April 10, 1959
- Age: 65
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Music producer, singer, songwriter, guitarist
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
- Parents: Marvin and Barbara Edmonds
- Siblings: Kevin Edmonds (younger brother), Melvin Edmonds (younger brother)
- Spouse: Nicole Patenburg (married 1990-2005), Nicole Pantenburg (married 2014-present)
- Children: Brandon Edmonds (son), Dylan Edmonds (son), Nicole Edmonds (daughter)
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $600 million
Early life and education
Babyface is 65 years old and was born on April 10, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
He grew up in a middle-class family with parents Marvin and Barbara Edmonds and two brothers Kevin and Melvin.
Babyface’s parents were both music lovers and they encouraged his interest in music at an early age.
He started playing guitar at the age of 12 and formed his first band, The Winston Brothers, with his brothers and friends.
Babyface attended North Central High School in Indianapolis, where he developed his musical skills and began writing his own songs.
After graduating from high school, he briefly attended Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) before pursuing a career in music.
Personal life
Babyface has been married twice, first to Nicole Patenburg (1990-2005), with whom he has two sons, Brandon and Dylan.
In 2014, he married Nicole Pantenburg, with whom he has one daughter, Nicole.
Babyface is known for keeping a low profile in his private life, but his marriage and family have always been a big part of his life and career.
Profession
Babyface began his music career in the late 1970s, playing guitar and singing in various bands.
He eventually formed the R&B band The Deele, which released several albums in the 1980s.
Babyface’s breakthrough came in the late 1980s, when he began working as a producer and songwriter for other artists, including Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson and Boyz II Men.
During his career, Babyface released several solo albums, including Lovers (1986), Gentle Lover (1989), and Face to Face (2001).
He has also worked with numerous artists, including Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson and Beyoncé.
Babyface has written and produced some of the biggest hits in music history, including Whitney Houston’s “I will Always Love You” and “End of the Road” by boy group Boyz II.
Babyface has also been recognized for his work as a music producer and songwriter, winning numerous awards, including 12 Grammy Awards.
He has also been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Awards
- 12 Grammy Awards
- 3 American Music Awards
- 2 Billboard Music Awards
- 2 NAACP Image Awards
net worth
Babyface’s net worth is estimated to be around $600 million, which he has earned through his successful music career, production work, and various business ventures.
dispute
Babyface has been involved in several controversies throughout his career, including a high-profile divorce from his first wife, Nicole Patenburg, and a lawsuit against his former record label, Arista Records.
In 2005, Babyface and Patenburg divorced after 15 years of marriage, with Patenburg citing irreconcilable differences.
The divorce attracted widespread attention as both parties fought for custody of their two sons.
In 2011, Babyface filed a lawsuit against Arista Records, claiming that the company had not paid him royalties for several of his albums.
The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court, with Babyface receiving an undisclosed amount of compensation.
Social Media
- Instagram: @babyface
- Twitter: @babyface
Filmography
- The Prince of Egypt (1998) – Soundtrack Producer
- Soul Food (1997) – Soundtrack Producer
- Waiting to Exhale (1995) – Soundtrack Producer
- Boomerang (1992) – Soundtrack Producer
Discography
- Lovers
- Gentle Lover
- Face to face
- Mature and sexy
- Playlist
- Love, Marriage and Divorce
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