Angela Winbush is a multi-talented American artist who has made her mark as a singer, songwriter, musician, and producer.
She is best known for her soulful vocals and smooth R&B hits as a solo artist and as part of the duo René & Angela.
She has also written and produced songs for famous artists like Janet Jackson, the Isley Brothers, and Stephanie Mills.
With over 10 million albums and singles sold worldwide, Angela Winbush is one of the most successful and influential female artists in the music industry.
Profile
- Full name: Angela Lisa Winbush
- Date of birth: January 18, 1955
- Age: 69 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: St. Louis, Missouri, USA
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Singer, songwriter, musician, producer
- Height: 5 ft 5 in (165 cm)
- Parents: Daniel Winbush and Barbara Winbush
- Siblings: Two brothers and one sister
- Spouse: Ronald Isley (m. 1993-2002)
- Children: N/A
- Relationship status: Single
- Net worth: $4 million
Early Life and Education
Angela Winbush was born in St. Louis, Missouri on January 18, 1955. She is the youngest of four children of Daniel Winbush, a construction worker, and Barbara Winbush, a nurse.
She grew up in a musical family and started singing in the church choir early. She also learned to play the piano and the organ by herself.
She attended Northwest High School, where she was a member of the school band and choir. She graduated in 1973 and received a scholarship to study at Howard University in Washington, D.C.
At Howard, she majored in architecture but later switched to music education. She also joined the gospel group “Hot Tea,” led by Richard Smallwood, a renowned composer and singer.
She sang with the group for four years and performed at various venues, including the Kennedy Center and the White House.
She also met Rene Moore, another singer and songwriter, who became her musical partner and later her boyfriend. They graduated from Howard in 1977 and moved to Los Angeles to pursue their music careers.
Personal Life
Angela Winbush has had a few romantic relationships in her life, but none of them lasted long. She dated Rene Moore for several years, but they broke up in 1986 due to personal and professional differences.
She also had a brief affair with Kurtis Blow, a rapper and producer, in the early 1980s. She married Ronald Isley, the lead singer of the Isley Brothers, in 1993.
They had a lavish wedding ceremony at the Bel-Air Hotel in Los Angeles. They collaborated on several songs and albums, and Angela became a stepmother to Ronald’s three children from his previous marriages. However, their marriage was not happy, and they divorced in 2002.
Angela accused Ronald of being abusive, controlling, and unfaithful. She also claimed he owed her millions of dollars in royalties and alimony. She has not remarried since then and has no children of her own.
Career
Angela Winbush began her professional music career as a backup singer for Stevie Wonder, who became her mentor and friend.
He introduced her to Rene Moore, and they formed the duo René & Angela in 1980. They signed with Capitol Records and released their debut album, René & Angela, in the same year.
They had several R&B hits, such as “I Love You More,” “Your Smile,” “Save Your Love (For #1),” and “You Don’t Have to Cry.” They also wrote and produced songs for artists such as Stephanie Mills, the Isley Brothers, Janet Jackson, Sheena Easton, and Lalah Hathaway.
They were nominated for a Grammy Award in 1986 for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for “Your Smile.”
Angela Winbush launched her solo career in 1987 with the album Sharp, which featured the number-one R&B single “Angel.”
She also co-wrote and co-produced the song “Rock Steady” for the Whispers, a number-one R&B and pop hit. She released two more solo albums, The Real Thing in 1989 and Angela Winbush in 1994.
She also collaborated with Ronald Isley on his solo albums, such as Spend the Night (1989), Smooth Sailin’ (1990), and Tracks of Life (1992). She also appeared on the Isley Brothers’ albums, such as Mission to Please (1996) and Eternal (2001).
Angela Winbush was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2003 and underwent surgery and chemotherapy.
She recovered and resumed her musical activities, performing live and working on a new album. She founded her own production company, Angela Winbush Productions, in 1990. She also owns a publishing company, Winbush Music, and a record label, A Winbush Production.
Awards
Angela Winbush has won several awards and honors for her musical achievements, such as:
- ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Award for Top R&B/Hip-Hop Song for “Rock Steady” in 1988.
- Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Single, Female for “Angel” in 1988.
- Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Album, Female for Sharp in 1988.
- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Female Artist in 1989.
- American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist in 1990.
- Honorary Doctorate of Music from Howard University in 2004.
- Induction into the St. Louis Walk of Fame in 2007.
Net Worth
Angela Winbush’s estimated net worth is $4 million. She earned most of her wealth from her music career as a singer, songwriter, musician, and producer.
Controversy
Angela Winbush has been involved in some controversies and scandals in her life, such as:
- Her bitter divorce from Ronald Isley involved allegations of domestic violence, infidelity, and financial disputes. She sued him for $15 million in 2004, claiming he owed her royalties and alimony. They settled the case out of court in 2007.
- Her feud with Rene Moore, who accused her of stealing his songs and credits. He filed a lawsuit against her in 1988, seeking $20 million in damages. They also had a physical altercation at a recording studio in 1989, which resulted in Angela’s hospitalization. They settled the case out of court in 1992.
- Her legal battle with Capitol Records, which sued her for breach of contract in 1991. The label claimed she failed to deliver the required number of albums and singles. She countersued for $10 million, alleging that the label mishandled her career and interfered with her creative freedom. They settled the case out of court in 1993.
Social Media
- Instagram: @angelawinbush
- Twitter: @angelawinbush
Filmography
- The Facts of Life
- New Attitude
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
- Unsung
- Soul Train: The Hippest Trip in America
- The Soul Man
Discography
- Angel
- Hello Beloved
- Rock Steady
- It’s the Real Thing
- No More Tears
- Lay Your Troubles Down
- Treat U Rite
- Inner City Blues
- Too Good to Let You Go
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