Michael Bolotin, known professionally as Michael Bolton, is an American singer and songwriter who has had a successful career in the music industry for decades.
His music has evolved over the years, with his earlier work consisting of hard rock and heavy metal genres, while his more recent work has been in the adult contemporary and pop genres.
Bolton has not only released solo albums but also fronted the band Blackjack in the mid-1980s.
Profile
- Full Name: Michael Bolotin
- Stage Name: Michael Bolton
- Born: February 26, 1953
- Age: 71 years old
- Birthplace: New Haven, Connecticut, United States
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: American singer and songwriter
- Height: 1.76 m
- Parents: George Bolotin and Helen Bolotin
- Siblings: Orrin Bolotin and Sandra Bolotin
- Spouse: Maureen McGuire (m. 1975–1990)
- Children: 3, Isa Bolton, Taryn Bolton, and Holly Bolton
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net Worth: $80 million
Early Life and Education
Michael Bolotin, known professionally as Michael Bolton, was born on February 26, 1953, in New Haven, Connecticut, United States.
He was raised by his parents, George and Helen Bolotin, and grew up with two siblings, Orrin and Sandra Bolotin. At 16, Bolton decided to drop out of high school and leave home to pursue music full-time.
With his parents’ permission, he embarked on a journey along U.S. Route 66, taking odd jobs along the way, including working as Paula Abdul‘s babysitter. This decision ultimately led to his successful music career and international fame.
Career
Michael Bolton has had a diverse and successful career in the music industry. Starting in the 1970s under his real name, Bolotin, he was part of the hard rock scene, performing with the band Blackjack and as a solo artist in both the hard rock and heavy metal genres.
He also achieved recognition as a songwriter, co-writing hits for other artists. In the mid-1980s, Bolton transitioned to a different style, embracing soulful ballads that would become his signature sound.
This marked the beginning of a new chapter in his career, which has seen him sell millions of records and become one of the most recognizable voices in music.
With a soulful pop-rock style and powerful vocals, Bolton quickly rose to fame with romantic ballads such as “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” and “When a Man Loves a Woman”.
He has sold over 75 million records, achieved eight top 10 albums, and won multiple awards including Grammys and American Music Awards.
Despite his longstanding success, Bolton continues to tour, record, and collaborate with other artists to this day.
Awards and Nominations
Grammy Awards:
- Winner: Best Pop Vocal Performance, Male (1990 – “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You”, 1992 – “When A Man Loves A Woman”)
- Nominee (multiple years): Best Male Pop Vocal Performance
American Music Awards:
- Winner: Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist (1995)
- Winner: Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist (1995, 1998)
- Nominee (multiple years): Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist, Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist
Social Media
- Instagram: @michaelbolton
- Facebook: Michael Bolton
- Twitter: @mbsings
- TikTok: @michaelbolton
Personal Life
Michael Bolton has been married once and has three daughters. He married Maureen McGuire in 1975, but they divorced in 1990. Together, they have three daughters named Isa, Holly, and Taryn.
In 2010, Bolton became a grandfather and now has six grandchildren. In terms of relationships, Bolton dated actress Nicollette Sheridan in the 1990s and early 2000s.
They were briefly engaged in 2006 but called it off in 2008. Since then, he has not publicly dated anyone but has expressed interest in finding love in 2019.
Discography/Filmography
Discography
Studio Albums:
- Michael Bolotin (1975)
- Everyday of My Life (1976)
- Everybody’s Crazy (1985)
- The Hunger (1987)
- Soul Provider (1989)
- Time, Love & Tenderness (1991) – his biggest-selling album with over 16 million copies sold worldwide
- Timeless: The Classics (1992) – another massive seller, reaching 4x Platinum in the US
- The One Thing (1993)
- This Is the Time: The Christmas Album (1996)
- All That Matters (1997)
- Many more…
Singles:
- How Am I Supposed to Live Without You (1989)
- When a Man Loves a Woman (cover of Percy Sledge’s 1966 song) (1991)
- Said I Loved You…But I Lied (1993)
- Go the Distance (1997)
Filmography
- Saturday Night Live (1991) – Musical guest
- Two and a Half Men (2006) – Guest appearance
- Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016) – Cameo role
- Clone High (2002-2003) – Voice of Abraham Lincoln
- Big City Greens (2018-present) – Voice of Ranger Ranger
Net Worth
Michael Bolton, born Michael Bolotin, is a highly successful American singer-songwriter with a net worth of $80 million.
He rose to fame in the 1980s and has sold over 75 million records worldwide. Bolton is known for his powerful voice and romantic ballads, and he has won multiple Grammy Awards and other accolades throughout his career.
In addition to music, he has also appeared in films and television shows, showcasing his talents as an actor.
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