Billy Crawford Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 10 in |
Weight | 70 kg |
Date of Birth | May 16, 1982 |
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Spouse | Coleen Garcia |
Billy Crawford is a Filipino singer, songwriter, dancer, actor, comedian, television host, and voiceover artist who has been cast in many films including Moron 5.2: The Transformation, Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist, and Momzillas and has also hosted multiple shows like Pinoy Dream Academy, Panahon Ko ‘to!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko, Pilipinas Got Talent, and Search for the Idol Philippines. In addition to that, Billy Crawford has also established himself as a promising musician.
Born Name
Billy Joe Ledesma Crawford
Nick Name
Billy
Sun Sign
Taurus
Born Place
Manila, Philippines
Nationality
Education
Billy Crawford studied at P.S./I.S. 217 Roosevelt Island Public School located in New York City, New York. Afterward, he attended the Professional Performing Arts School which is a public school located in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, New York City.
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Actor, Comedian, Television Host, Voiceover Artist
Family
- Father –Â Jack Crawford
- Mother – Mayette Ledesma
- Others – Neafulus Baldridge “Baldy” Crawford (Paternal Grandfather), Laura Jean Adams (Paternal Grandmother). Billy Crawford also has 2 half-brothers.
Manager
Billy Crawford is represented by ABS-CBN Entertainment, Quezon City, Philippines.
Genre
Pop, R&B, Soul, OPM
Instruments
Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Drums
Labels
V2 Records, Universal Records Philippines Inc., MCA Records, Viva Records
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 10 in or 178 cm
Weight
70 kg or 154.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Billy Crawford has dated –
- Yuanzhou Zhao (2002-2005)
- Mandy Moore (2002)
- Lorie Peste (2002-2005)
- Marie Courchinoux (2005-2010)
- KC Concepcion (2005-2007)
- Nikki Gil (2009-2013)
- Coleen Garcia (2013-Present) – He started dating actress, host, and model, Coleen GarcÃa, in 2013 and the duo eventually got engaged on December 20, 2016. They have also appeared together on the noontime variety TV show, It’s Showtime!. On April 20, 2018, Billy Crawford and Coleen Garcia tied the knot and have been together ever since.
Race / Ethnicity
Mixed (Asian and White)
Billy Crawford is of English, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, Scottish, Dutch, German, Cornish, French, Irish, and Welsh descent on his father’s side and has Filipino ancestry on his mother’s side.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Lean body
- Deep-set eyes
- Several tattoos on his body
Brand Endorsements
He has either endorsed or promoted various brands through social media which include Gingersnap Bali, Doughnuttery, Aqua Sydney, etc.
Billy Crawford Facts
- He was 3 years old when he was discovered while singing at a bowling alley.
- He got the opportunity to dance with Michael Jackson on stage at the 1995 MTV Video Music Awards. Billy Crawford was only 13 years old at that time when he served as one of Jackson’s back-up dancers.
- At the age of 15, he released his eponymous debut studio album via V2 Records in 1998.
- On July 8, 2002, he released his 2nd studio album, Ride, via V2 Records and it was ranked at number #17 in the Swiss Hitparade chart. Also, the album was certified Platinum by FRA and Gold by SWI.
- Billy Crawford is fluent in Tagalog, English, and French.
- He has lived in different places including Dallas, New York City, London, Los Angeles, and Paris.
- He has also earned a huge social media fan base with more than 3 million followers on Instagram and more than 100k followers on Twitter.
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