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Rebecca Black was born in 1997 in California, United States. She is the daughter of veterinarians Georgina Marquez Kelly and John Jeffrey Black. Rebecca has one younger brother, born in 1999. Her parents divorced in 2003 while she was in the first grade.
She attended a private school from kindergarten through sixth grade before transferring to public school, largely due to experiences of bullying. During her time in public school, she actively participated in musical theater. Eventually, she transitioned to homeschooling to better accommodate her personal and professional pursuits.
Rebecca Black rose to prominence in 2011 after releasing the viral single “Friday.” The song was written and produced by Clarence Jey and Patrice Wilson of Ark Music Factory. Her mother paid $4,000 for the production of the song and accompanying music video, but Rebecca retained ownership rights to both the video and the master recording.
After its upload to YouTube, “Friday” quickly attracted widespread attention, amassing over 167 million views. Despite receiving a wave of criticism and being labeled by many as one of the "worst songs ever," it propelled Rebecca into viral stardom.
Although the feedback on “Friday” was overwhelmingly negative, the controversy around the track made it a heavily discussed pop culture topic. Rebecca Black discussed the song and its reception during an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. The single also charted on the Billboard Hot 100, adding legitimacy to its widespread recognition.
Unfortunately, the fame came with backlash. Following the viral success, Rebecca received numerous threatening emails and phone calls, prompting an investigation by the Anaheim Police Department.
Despite the initial ridicule, Rebecca Black continued to pursue a music career. Over time, audiences began recognizing her vocal abilities beyond the controversial debut. She subsequently began working with more established producers and record labels. One of her earlier follow-up projects included the single "Person of Interest."
Rebecca’s estimated net worth is approximately $1.5 million. Her path to success has been unconventional, beginning with a polarizing internet sensation. However, the trajectory of her career has evolved positively, showing resilience and adaptability. Notably, her song "Friday" was covered on the popular TV show Glee, further cementing her cultural relevance.
Rebecca Black was previously in a relationship with Sam Pottorff, a teenage YouTube vlogger known for his online presence. He appeared in the music video for “Person of Interest” as a friend of the protagonist. The two reportedly began dating in 2011 after meeting through mutual friends.
In response to the devastating 2011 Japan earthquake, Rebecca Black pledged to donate a portion of the profits from the single “Friday” to the school she attended, El Rancho Charter School, and to Japanese disaster relief efforts.
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