Usher news
Usher News!
Here are some recent updates on the R&B superstar:
Music
- Usher released his 9th studio album, "A", in March 2022. The album features collaborations with Lil Baby, Lil Jon, and Young Thug, among others.
- The album debuted at number 6 on the US Billboard 200 chart and features the singles "Bad Habits" and "Lemme See".
Touring
- Usher is set to embark on his "Usher: The Las Vegas Residency" at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, starting in July 2022.
- The residency will feature a mix of his hit songs, as well as new material from his latest album.
Personal Life
- Usher and his wife, Jenn Goicoechea, welcomed their second child, a son named Sire Castrello Raymond, in November 2021.
- Usher has been open about his struggles with COVID-19, which he contracted in 2020. He has since made a full recovery.
Philanthropy
- Usher has been involved with various charitable initiatives, including the New Look Foundation, which he founded in 2008 to provide educational and career opportunities to young people.
- In 2020, Usher donated $10,000 to the Atlanta-based non-profit organization, the Center for Black Equity, to support their efforts to promote LGBTQ+ equality and health.
Awards and Accolades
- Usher was honored with the Icon Award at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards, recognizing his significant contributions to the music industry.
- He has won numerous awards throughout his career, including 8 Grammy Awards, 18 Billboard Music Awards, and 9 Soul Train Music Awards.
Stay tuned for more updates on Usher's music, touring, and personal life!