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Gregory Abbott (Gregory Joel Abbott) was born on 2 April, 1954 in New York City, U.S., is an American musician (born 1954). Discover Gregory Abbott's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 69 years old?

Popular As Gregory Joel Abbott
Occupation Singer · musician · composer · record producer
Age 69 years old
Zodiac Sign Aries
Born 2 April, 1954
Birthday 2 April
Birthplace New York City, U.S.
Nationality United States

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Who Is Gregory Abbott's Wife?

His wife is Freda Payne (m. 1976–1979)

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Wife Freda Payne (m. 1976–1979)
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Children Gregory Abbott, Jr.

Gregory Abbott Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Gregory Abbott worth at the age of 69 years old? Gregory Abbott’s income source is mostly from being a successful Singer. He is from United States. We have estimated Gregory Abbott's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1954

Gregory Joel Abbott (born April 2, 1954) is an American singer, musician, composer and producer.

1976

Abbott was married to American singer Freda Payne from 1976 until 1979.

1977

Their son, Gregory Joel Abbott, Jr., was born in 1977.

1980

Although he continues to record to date, he is best known for his singles in the mid-1980s including his platinum single, "Shake You Down", from his 1986 debut album.

Abbott was born in Harlem, New York.

Abbott's parents were from Venezuela and Antigua.

During his early years, Abbott's mother taught him how to play piano and encouraged him to develop vocally.

Before his career as a musician, Abbott studied psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and creative writing at Stanford; where he won a Wallace Stegner fellowship.

Before becoming a musician, Abbott taught as a professor of English at the University of California, Berkeley.

One of Abbott's first opportunities in his studio was an album for an independent record label, which gave him the opportunity to do a duet with Whitney Houston.

Continuing on, Abbott produced for the group EQ on Atlantic Records.

1986

In 1986, Abbott released his first solo album, Shake You Down.

The title track for the album was a success, going platinum and topping the Billboard Hot 100.

The album's second single, "I Got the Feelin' (It's Over)", reached Number 5 on the R&B chart.

On the strength of its singles, the album reached platinum status and earned Abbott several awards.

Internationally, Abbott has also had success, winning first prize at the Tokyo Music Festival.

1988

The title track of his second album, "I'll Prove It to You", which was released in 1988, was featured on a Japanese movie soundtrack.

In Belgium, he performed with Princess Stephanie of Monaco.

Over the years much of his new music has been released via his own Mojo Man Entertainment label.

1996

Abbott has continued with his R&B sound, but he added a Caribbean influence to his 1996 album One World! In 2011, an album entitled Drop Your Mask was released.

Abbott continues to release singles including a smooth jazz song "Chill" featuring saxophonist Gerald Albright.