Halle Bailey Net Worth

What Is Halle Bailey's Net Worth?

Halle Bailey is an accomplished American actress and singer-songwriter with an estimated net worth of $3 million. Alongside her sister Chloe Bailey, she forms the Grammy-nominated musical duo Chloe x Halle. Chloe x Halle have released two successful studio albums, 'The Kids Are Alright' (2018) and 'Ungodly Hour' (2020). Their 2020 single 'Do It' achieved Platinum certification in the U.S.

In addition to her musical success, Bailey has made a significant impact in film and television. She co-starred with her sister on the 'Black-ish' spin-off 'Grown-ish' from 2018 to 2022. In 2023, she starred as Ariel in Disney's live-action adaptation of 'The Little Mermaid,' which grossed over $200 million in its first week despite facing racist backlash. Halle's performance earned critical acclaim.

Her filmography includes 'Last Holiday' (2006) and 'Let It Shine' (2012), and TV series like 'Tyler Perry's House of Payne' (2007) and 'Austin &Amp; Ally' (2013). In 2016, she appeared in the 'All Night' segment of Beyoncé's 'Lemonade.' Halle has also been cast in the film adaptation of the stage musical 'The Color Purple.'

Early Life

Halle Lynn Bailey was born on March 27, 2000, in Atlanta, Georgia. Her parents are Courtney and Doug Bailey, and she has siblings named Chloe, Ski, and Branson. The family moved from Mableton, Georgia, to Los Angeles in 2012. From a young age, Halle and Chloe began writing songs and learning instruments through YouTube tutorials. Their father, who serves as their co-manager, taught them the art of songwriting when they were just 8 and 10 years old.

Career

Halle's early acting career includes a role in 'Last Holiday' (2006) alongside Queen Latifah and LL Cool J, and a guest appearance on 'Tyler Perry's House of Payne' (2007). In 2011, Halle and Chloe formed the R&B duo Chloe x Halle, gaining initial fame with a YouTube cover of Beyoncé's 'Best Thing I Never Had.' They went viral with another Beyoncé cover, 'Pretty Hurts.'

In 2012, Chloe x Halle appeared on 'The Ellen Show' and played choir members in 'Let It Shine.' They won the fifth season of 'Radio Disney's The Next Big Thing' in 2013 and released their first EP 'Uncovered.' In 2016, they signed a five-year contract with Beyoncé's Parkwood Entertainment and released the EP 'Sugar Symphony.' They continued their success with the 2017 mixtape 'The Two of Us,' which Rolling Stone named one of the 'Best R&B Albums of 2017.' Their debut album 'The Kids Are Alright' was released in 2018 and received critical acclaim.

The duo also starred in the TV show 'Grown-ish' as Skylar 'Sky' Forster and Jazlyn 'Jazz' Forster. In 2019, they were the opening act for Beyoncé and Jay-Z's 'On the Run II Tour,' and performed 'America the Beautiful' at Super Bowl LIII.

In 2020, Chloe x Halle released their second album 'Ungodly Hour,' which reached #16 on the Billboard 200 chart. The single 'Do It' was certified Platinum, solidifying their position in the music industry. Bailey's portrayal of Ariel in 'The Little Mermaid' (2023) received praise, with director Rob Marshall commending her unique combination of qualities necessary for the iconic role.

Personal Life

Halle Bailey is a vegan who enjoys running, swimming, and biking. In 2021, she began making and selling beaded jewelry on Etsy. She has a cat named Poseidon, named after the Greek god who is the father of Triton, King Triton being Ariel's father in 'The Little Mermaid.' Bailey has been dating rapper DDG since 2022.

Awards and Nominations

Bailey received an NAACP Image Award nomination in 2020 for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for 'Grown-ish.' Chloe x Halle have earned five Grammy Award nominations and numerous other accolades, including the Rising Star Award at the 2020 'Billboard' Women in Music awards. Their distinct sound and inspiring message have garnered them a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.