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Born on 11 February 1979 in McComb, Brandy Norwood is an American singer and actress. She is known for Cinderella (1997) and The Game (2006).
Early life
She was born to Willie Norwood. Her education includes Pepperdine University and Hollywood High School.
Career
Her discography here counts 12 albums and 28 singles between 1994 and 2023. The earliest release on record is Baby (1994), and the most recent is Christmas with Brandy (2023). In genre terms, the records list pop music and contemporary r&b. The label on record is Atlantic Records.
Her largest audience is on YouTube, with 1.5M subscribers as of July 2025. Among her other notable work are Moesha and Zoe Ever After.
Recognition
Her awards include two Grammy Awards (1998 and 1999). The list of wins also includes the American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist (1996) and an award at the Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards (1995). A nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1996 for Baby is also listed. In total, she has won 15 awards and earned 15 nominations.
Personal life
She is the mother of Sy'Rai Smith.
Discography
40 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Christmas with Brandy | Album |
| 2020 | B7 | Album |
| 2020 | Baby Mama | Single |
| 2019 | Freedom Rings | Single |
| 2016 | Beggin & Pleadin | Single |
| 2012 | It All Belongs to Me | Single |
| 2012 | Put It Down | Single |
| 2012 | Two Eleven | Album |
| 2012 | Wildest Dreams | Single |
| 2011 | A Family Business | Album |
| 2010 | Talk to Me | Single |
| 2008 | Human | Album |
| 2008 | Long Distance | Single |
| 2008 | Right Here (Departed) | Single |
| 2005 | The Best of Brandy | Album |
Show all 40 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Afrodisiac | Single |
| 2004 | Afrodisiac | Album |
| 2004 | Talk About Our Love | Single |
| 2004 | Who Is She 2 U | Single |
| 2002 | Full Moon | Album |
| 2002 | Full Moon | Single |
| 2002 | He Is | Single |
| 2002 | What About Us? | Single |
| 2000 | Never Say Never | Single |
| 2000 | The Videos | Album |
| 1999 | Almost Doesn't Count | Single |
| 1999 | Angel in Disguise | Single |
| 1999 | U Don't Know Me | Album |
| 1999 | U Don't Know Me | Single |
| 1998 | Have You Ever? | Single |
| 1998 | Never Say Never | Album |
| 1998 | The Boy Is Mine | Single |
| 1998 | Top of the World | Single |
| 1996 | Missing You | Single |
| 1995 | Best Friend | Single |
| 1995 | Brokenhearted | Single |
| 1995 | Sittin' Up in My Room | Single |
| 1994 | Baby | Single |
| 1994 | Brandy | Album |
| 1994 | I Wanna Be Down | Single |
Awards and nominations
15 won, 15 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Album | B7 | Won |
| 2014 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series | The Game | Won |
| 2001 | Stellar Awards | Won | |
| 2000 | BMI Film & TV Awards | Won | |
| 2000 | Congress of Racial Equality | Won | |
| 1999 | Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals | Won | |
| 1999 | Teen Choice Award for Choice Music – Female Artist | Won | |
| 1998 | California Music Awards | Won | |
| 1998 | Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals | The Boy Is Mine | Won |
| 1996 | American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist | Won | |
| 1996 | MTV Movie Award for Best Song from a Movie | Won | |
| 1996 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding New Artist | Brandy | Won |
| 1996 | Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards | Brandy | Won |
| 1995 | Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards | Won | |
| 1995 | Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist | Won |
Show all 30 entries
| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | The Game | Nominated |
| 2001 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series | Moesha | Nominated |
| 2000 | Blockbuster Entertainment Awards | Nominated | |
| 2000 | Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance | Almost Doesn't Count | Nominated |
| 2000 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Moesha | Nominated |
| 1999 | Grammy Award for Best R&B Song | The Boy Is Mine | Nominated |
| 1999 | Grammy Award for Record of the Year | The Boy Is Mine | Nominated |
| 1999 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Moesha | Nominated |
| 1999 | Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Single, Group, Band or Duo | The Boy Is Mine | Nominated |
| 1998 | Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals | The Boy Is Mine | Nominated |
| 1998 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Moesha | Nominated |
| 1997 | Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance | Sittin' Up in My Room | Nominated |
| 1997 | Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals | Missing You | Nominated |
| 1996 | Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance | Baby | Nominated |
| 1996 | Grammy Award for Best New Artist | Nominated |
Filmography
16 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | I Know What You Did Last Summer | Film | |
| 2024 | The Front Room | Film | |
| 2023 | Best. Christmas. Ever! | Film | |
| 2021– | Queens | TV series | |
| 2016 | The Perfect Match | Film | |
| 2016– | Zoe Ever After | TV series | |
| 2013 | Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor | Film | |
| 2010– | Brandy & Ray J: A Family Business | TV series | |
| 2006–2015 | The Game | TV series | |
| 2004–2012 | House M.D. | TV series | |
| 2002– | Brandy: Special Delivery | TV series | |
| 1998 | I Still Know What You Did Last Summer | Film | |
| 1997 | Cinderella | Film | |
| 1996– | Moesha | TV series | |
| 1993– | Thea | TV series |
Show all 16 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Arachnophobia | Film |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Brandy Norwood?
Brandy Norwood is 47 years old, born on 11 February 1979 in McComb.
What is Brandy Norwood known for?
Brandy Norwood is known for Cinderella (1997) and The Game (2006).
What is Brandy Norwood’s nationality?
Brandy Norwood is American, born in McComb.
How tall is Brandy Norwood?
Brandy Norwood is 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
Has Brandy Norwood won any awards?
Yes. 15 awards are on record, including NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Album (2021) for B7.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q690974), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: WBLS · CC BY 3.0
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