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Esperanza Spalding
- Born
- Oct 18, 1984age 41
- height
- 5'6" (or 167 cm)
- nationality
- American
Career
Active 2000 – present
Biography
About Esperanza Spalding
Esperanza Spalding, born on October 18, 1984, in Portland, Oregon, is an American bassist, singer, songwriter, and composer. She began her career at around age 15 and has been active since 2000, earning five Grammy Awards, a Boston Music Award, a Soul Train Music Award, and two honorary doctorates. Her alma mater Berklee College of Music and the California Institute of the Arts both honored her.
Spalding, who stands 5'6" with black hair and brown eyes, is of mixed-race heritage and primarily Black. She identifies as straight. Over her 26-year career, she has built a strong following on Instagram, with 452k followers. Her talent spans multiple musical disciplines, making her a versatile figure in contemporary music. She remains an influential artist in the jazz and beyond genres.
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Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2000-present (started around 15 years old; 26 years active)
- Birthplace
- Portland, Oregon, United States
- Ethnicity
- Mixed-race (primarily Black)
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 117 lbs (or 53 kg)
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 452k (as of June 2026)
Frequently asked
How many Grammy Awards has Esperanza Spalding won?
She has won five Grammy Awards.
What honorary degrees has she received?
She holds honorary doctorates from Berklee College of Music and the California Institute of the Arts.
Did you know
- She started performing professionally at the age of 15.
- Her career has spanned over 26 years, beginning in 2000.
- She has won a total of five Grammy Awards, a Boston Music Award, and a Soul Train Music Award.
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