Stevie Wonder is a legendary American musician, renowned for his timeless hits such as "My Cherie Amour," "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," "Superstition," and "Part-Time Lover."
Stevie Wonder was born Stevland Hardaway Judkins on May 13, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan. Born six weeks premature, he developed an eye disorder called retinopathy of prematurity, which worsened after receiving excessive oxygen in an incubator, leading to permanent blindness.
Displaying a deep passion for music from an early age, Wonder began by singing in a church choir in Detroit, Michigan, where his family relocated when he was four. By age 10, he had already taught himself to play a variety of instruments, including the harmonica, piano, and drums, showcasing his innate musical talent and multi-instrumentalist abilities.
Wonder made his professional debut at age 11, signing with Motown's Tamla label under the stage name "Little Stevie Wonder." He rose to prominence as a child prodigy, scoring his first No. 1 hit with "Fingertips, Pt. 2" in 1963. This marked the beginning of a successful career spanning decades.
During the 1960s and 1970s, Wonder released an impressive array of chart-topping singles, including "I Was Made to Love Her," "My Cherie Amour," "Superstition," "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," "Higher Ground," and "Boogie on Reggae Woman." Albums such as Talking Book, Innervisions, and Songs in the Key of Life solidified his reputation as a creative force and pioneer in soul, R&B, and funk music.
Into the 1980s, he continued to produce hits, including the Oscar-winning single "I Just Called to Say I Love You," his duet with Paul McCartney, "Ebony and Ivory," and "Part-Time Lover." In recognition of his contributions to music, Wonder was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989.
In July 2019, Stevie Wonder announced that he would be taking a break from touring to undergo a kidney transplant, which he later confirmed was successful. Despite health challenges, he has continued to stay active in music and public life.
Wonder married Motown artist Syreeta Wright in 1970, though the couple divorced in 1972. A talented lyricist, Wright collaborated with Wonder on several of his songs, including "Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours" and "If You Really Love Me." After their separation, Wonder continued to support Wright's solo work, producing albums such as Syreeta (1972) and Stevie Wonder Presents Syreeta (1974). Wright passed away from cancer in 2004.
In 1975, Wonder had a daughter, Aisha, with Yolanda Simmons. Aisha inspired his song "Isn't She Lovely." The couple also had a son, Keita, in 1977. In 1983, Wonder fathered a son, Mumtaz, with Melody McCulley. He also has a daughter, Sophia, and a son, Kwame, with a woman whose identity he has chosen to keep private.
Wonder married fashion designer Kai Millard Morris in 2001. They had two sons, Kailand and Mandla, before divorcing in 2015. Following their separation, he entered a relationship with Tomeeka Robyn Bracy, with whom he has two children.
Stevie Wonder is widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians of all time. With a career spanning more than six decades, his impact on soul, pop, and R&B music remains profound. He has won 25 Grammy Awards, the most ever awarded to a solo male artist, and in 2014, he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
As of recent estimates, Stevie Wonder's net worth is approximately $110 million, reflecting not only his enduring musical legacy but also his influence as a songwriter, producer, and humanitarian.
| Birth Date: | 13 May, 1950 |
| Age: | 70 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Saginaw |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer |
| Spouse: | Syreeta Wright[1970-1972] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 110 million |
