Joshua Winslow Groban, popularly known as Josh Groban is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. He has released 8 studio albums, 4 live albums, and 2 compilation albums to date. He has sold over 25 million records worldwide. He was charted as the number-one best selling artist in the United States in 2007.
What is Josh Groban Famous For?
– Barnes & Noble named him the Best Selling Artist of All Time in 2007.
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Where was Josh Groban Born?
Josh Groban was born on 27 February 1981. His birth name is Joshua Winslow Groban. He was born to a father, Jack Groban, and a mother, Lindy Groban. His birthplace is in Los Angeles, California in the United States. He holds an American nationality. His zodiac sign is Pisces. He has a brother named Chris Groban. His father is a descendant of Jewish immigrants from Poland and Ukraine, whereas his mother is of English, German, and Norwegian ancestry. His religion is Christianity.
He was interested in acting rather than singing during his early career. He has played in high school plays. He attended the Interlochen Center for the Arts Camp in Michigan, where he majored in musical theatre. He also attended the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, where he graduated with a major in theatre in 1999. He briefly attended Carnegie Mellon University. He studied musical theatre at Carnegie. He dropped out of the university after a record label offered him a recording contract.
Music Career
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His vocal coach, Seth Riggs introduced him to Grammy-winning producer and arranger David Foster and Brian Avnet in late 1998.
He worked for David Foster as a rehearsal singer on a series of high-profile events.
Warner Bros. Records offered him a recording contract through Foster’s 143 Records imprint.
He has released 8 studio albums, 4 live albums, and 2 compilation albums to date.
Some of his hit songs are “To Where You Are”, “You’re Still You”, “O Holy Night”, “Remember When It Rained”, “Remember”, “Believe”, “You Are Loved (Don’t Give Up)”, “February Song”, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”, “Silent Night”, “Ave Maria”, “Little Drummer Boy”, “The First Noel”, “Angels We Have Heard on High”, “The Prayer”, “Awake”, “Petit Papa Noel”, “Hidden Away”, “Higher Window”, “Brave”, “I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever)”, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”, “Happy Xmas (War is Over)”, “Granted”, “99 Years”, among others.
His studio albums are
Studio albums
Josh Groban (2001)
Closer (2003)
Awake (2006)
Noël (2007)
Illuminations (2010)
All That Echoes (2013)
Stages (2015)
Bridges (2018)
He was one of the artists featured on “We Are the World 25 for Haiti”.
He has headlined 6 tours, Closer Tour, Awake Tour, Straight to You Tour, All That Echoes World Tour, Josh Groban on Stage, and Bridges Tour.
Television Shows
He made his television debut as Malcolm Wyatt in a legal comedy-drama series, Ally McBeal in 2001.
He has later appeared in numerous television series such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Glee, The Office, CSI: NY, The Crazy Ones, It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, Happyland, Comedy Bang! Bang!, Repeat After Me, The Muppets, Parks and Recreation, Life in Pieces, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, among others.
Netflix premiered an original murder-mystery, The Good Cop starring him in the main role in September 2018.
He had voice roles in American Dad!, Robot Chicken, and The Simpsons.
He has hosted the Rising Star and 72nd Tony Awards as well.
He has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show six times.
He has appeared in other numerous television shows such as The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Larry King Life, The Rosie O’Donnell Show, Tim & Eric Awesome Show, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Today, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, among others.
He also performed at Super Bowl XXXVIII.
He has guest co-hosted Live with Kelly several times.
He appeared as a mystery guest star on the 12th season finale of Dancing with the Stars in May 2011.
Film Career
He made his film debut as Richard in the romantic comedy film, Crazy, Stupid, Love in 2011.
He has also appeared in other films such as Coffee Town, Muppets Most Wanted, and The Hollars.
Broadway
He made his Broadway debut as Pierre Bezukhov in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 in October 2016.
He was nominated for the 2017 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance.
Awards
2003 Billboard Music Award in No. 1 Classical Crossover Artist of the Year.
2004 Billboard Music Award in No. 1 Classical Crossover Artist of the Year for Closer.
2017 Theatre World Award for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812.
Who is Josh Groban Dating?
Josh Groban is unmarried. He dated an actress from 2003 to 2006. He later dated Kat Dennings from 2014 to 2016.
How tall is Josh Groban?
Josh Groban stands at a height of 1.78 m i.e. 5 feet and 10 inches tall. He has a bodyweight of 163 lbs i.e. 74 kg. He has an average body build. He has brown eyes and his hair color is dark brown. He has curly hair.
What is Josh Groban Net Worth?
Josh Groban earns from his music career. He has released 8 studio albums and has sold over 25 million records. He has also appeared in numerous television series. As of 2019, his net worth is estimated at $30 million.
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