Blake Shelton net worth in 2023 is estimated at $120 million. Blake Shelton is an American country music artist. He’s also a successful songwriter, and on-air (television) personality.
Shelton started his music career in the early 2000s and has since then released multiple music albums and hit singles, including “Austin,” “Some Beach,” “God Gave Me You,” and “I’ll Name the Dogs.”
Besides doing music, Shelton has worked as a TV host, serving as a judge on the singing competition show, “The Voice”, since the inception of the show in 2011. Shelton has also won multiple awards for his music.
Early life
Blake Shelton was born on June 18, 1976, in Ada, a beautiful city in Oklahoma, United States. It was in his hometown, Ada that he developed a love for country music at a young age. Shelton’s father, Richard, owned a used car dealership. His mother, Dorothy, on the other hand owned and managed a beauty salon.
Growing up, Shelton was involved in music, and he learned to play the guitar from his uncle. He started performing in local talent shows and contests, and by the time he was a teenager, he was playing in bars and clubs in and around his hometown.
Shelton attended Ada High School, where he was an active member of the school’s FFA (Future Farmers of America) organization. After he graduated from Ada High School in 1994, Shelton relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, where he vigorously pursued his musical career.
Initially, Shelton struggled to make a name for himself in the competitive Nashville music scene, but he eventually signed a recording contract with Giant Records and released his debut single, “Austin,” in 2001.
What is Blake Shelton Net Worth?
Blake Shelton net worth in 2023 is estimated at $120 million as of January 2023. Most of Shelton’s income comes from his role as a voice coach on singing competition show, The Voice, and he also earns handsomely from his live performances and music album sales.
Blake Shelton also earns a good chunk of his income from his several brand endorsements deals. He’s been a brand ambassador for Smithworks Vodka, Pizza Hut, Land’s End, Gildan, Walmart, and Pepsi to name a few.
According to Rolling Stone, in 2021 Shelton sold his catalog for roughly $50 million and this added significantly to his net worth.
Career Successes
Successes and Earnings from Album Sales
- 2000-2004
Blake Shelton net worth tremendously improved from the early 2000s after he signed with Giant Records and went on to release his debut single, “Austin,” which became a major hit and topped the country charts for five weeks. This success led to the release of his debut album, also titled “Austin,” which went on to be certified platinum.
Since then, Shelton has released a string of successful albums, including “The Dreamer,” “Blake Shelton’s Barn & Grill,” “Pure BS,” “Startin’ Fires,” “Red River Blue,” “Based on a True Story,” “Bringing Back the Sunshine,” and “Texoma Shore.” He has had numerous hit singles, including “Some Beach,” “The Baby,” “She Wouldn’t Be Gone,” “Honey Bee,” “God Gave Me You,” “Boys ‘Round Here,” and “I’ll Name the Dogs.”
- 2004
In 2004, Shelton released his third album ‘Blake Shelton’s Barn & Grill’. It made wakes at the time and included top singles like ‘Some Beach’ and ‘Nobody but Me. The album did quite well at the time, and took the 20th spot on the ‘US Billboard 200.’
- 2011-2014
Shelton released other albums throughout the next few years. These albums include:
- ‘Red River Blue’ (2011)
- ‘Cheers, It’s Christmas’ (2012)
- ‘Based on a True Story’ (2013)
- ‘Bringing Back the Sunshine’ (2014).
- 2016
In May 2016, ‘If I am Honest’ was released marking Shelton’s tenth album. The album ranked third on the ‘US Billboard 200,’ and was massively successful selling 153,000 copies within the first week of its release.
Successes and Earnings from TV Shows
In addition to his successful music career, Shelton has also been a popular television personality. He has served as a judge on the singing competition show “The Voice” since its inception in 2011 and has won the competition six times with his team members. This has however made a huge impact in Blake Shelton net worth in 2023 and the past years.
Awards
Shelton has won numerous awards for his music, including several Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, and a Grammy Award. He is known for his distinct voice and his ability to blend traditional country music with modern elements.
Personal life
Marriage
Blake Shelton has been married twice. His first marriage was with his longtime girlfriend, Kaynette Williams. They got married in 2003 but divorced in 2006.
In 2010, Shelton began dating fellow country singer Miranda Lambert, and they got married in May 2011. However, they announced their divorce in July 2015.
After his divorce from Lambert, Shelton began dating singer and television personality Gwen Stefani, whom he met while working together on “The Voice.” They announced their engagement in October 2020 and got married in July 2021.
Philanthropy
Shelton is also known for his philanthropic efforts. He has raised millions of dollars for charities, including Musicians on Call, which brings music to patients in hospitals, and the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Foundation, which helps conserve wildlife in his home state of Oklahoma.
Conclusion
Blake Shelton net worth in 2023 is estimated at a whooping sum of $120 million by verified sources online. To date, the 46 year old American singer has released a total of 11 studio albums and he is one of the most successful singers in contemporary American country music industry. Also, he has received numerous awards and nominations for his brilliant musical performances and for his works on television.
