Age, Biography and Wiki
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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He is a member of famous Singer with the age 69 years old group.
Gregory Abbott Height, Weight & Measurements
At 69 years old, Gregory Abbott height not available right now. We will update Gregory Abbott's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Gregory Abbott's Wife?
His wife is Freda Payne (m. 1976–1979)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Freda Payne (m. 1976–1979) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| 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 |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Singer |
Gregory Abbott Social Network
Timeline
Gregory Joel Abbott (born April 2, 1954) is an American singer, musician, composer and producer.
Abbott was married to American singer Freda Payne from 1976 until 1979.
Their son, Gregory Joel Abbott, Jr., was born in 1977.
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.
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.
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.
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.
