| Josh Groban Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
| Weight | 74 kg |
| Date of Birth | February 27, 1981 |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Eye Color |
Dark Brown |
Josh Groban is an American singer, songwriter, musician, actor, and record producer. His discography consists of albums and songs like Josh Groban, All That Echoes, Noël, To Where You Are, Stages, Harmony, Illuminations, Awake, Closer, Bridges, You Raise Me Up, Believe, You Are Loved (Don’t Give Up), I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever), Angels We Have Heard on High (with Brian McKnight), Você Existe Em Mim, The First Noël (with Faith Hill), Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Granted, The Impossible Dream, Happy Xmas (War Is Over), The Impossible Dream, Angels, Celebrate Me Home, She, If I Walk Away, Petit Papa Noël, Remember When It Rained, Remember, and Brave. His first 4 solo albums have been certified multi-platinum and he has also received nominations for Grammy Awards. In addition to that, Josh Groban has been cast in shows and movies like The Good Cop, Muppets Most Wanted, Robot Chicken, Glee, CSI: NY, American Dad!, Coffee Town, The Hollars, The Simpsons, Life in Pieces, Comedy Bang! Bang!, It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, The Crazy Ones, Live with Regis and Kelly, The Office, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Ally McBeal, Happyland, Parks and Recreation, Rising Star, Repeat After Me, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Born Name
Joshua Winslow Groban
Nick Name
Josh, Golden Grobes
Sun Sign
Pisces
Born Place
Los Angeles, California, United States
Residence
New York, United States
Nationality
Education
Josh Groban graduated from the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts in 1999 with a major in theater.
After that, he got enrolled at Carnegie Mellon University. He intended to study drama but left after four months as he was offered a recording contract.
He attended classes at the Interlochen Center for the Arts Camp in Michigan for the summers of 1997 and 1998. He also went to the Bridges Academy in Los Angeles.
Occupation
Singer, songwriter, actor, record producer
Family
- Father – Jack Groban (Businessperson)
- Mother – Lindy Groban (School Teacher)
- Siblings – Chris Groban (Younger Brother)
- Others – Joseph Saul Groban (Paternal Grandfather), Evelyn Levin (Paternal Grandmother), Merril Johnston (Maternal Grandfather), Dorothy Zelda Blumberg (Maternal Grandmother)
Manager
Josh Groban has been represented by William Morris Endeavor Entertainment, Talent and Literary Agency, Beverly Hills, California, United States.
Genre
Easy listening, vocal, operatic pop, adult contemporary, classical crossover, gospel, orchestral rock, soft rock, and pop-rock
Instruments
Lyric baritone, vocals, piano, drums, percussion, and accordion
Labels
143 Records, Reprise Records, Warner Bros. Records
Net Worth
His net worth had been $35 Million according to CelebrityNetWorth.com.
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 10 in or 178 cm
Weight
74 kg or 163 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Josh Groban has dated –
- January Jones (2003-2006) – Josh started dating actor January Jones towards the end of 2003. They made their relationship public by walking the red carpet together at the premiere of Love Actually. Thereafter, they were constant by each other’s side at several high-profile events for more than two and half years. In June 2006, their representative revealed that they were taking a break but continued to remain great friends.
- Katy Perry (2009) – Josh had known pop star Katy Perry even before she had released her debut album. They were reported to be dating for a brief period in March 2009. He later admitted that they had sort of skated dating line but their relationship didn’t move ahead.
- April Bowlby (2009-2010) – From November 2009 to March 2010, Josh was romantically linked with actor April Bowlby.
- Selma Blair (2010) – Groban was linked with actor Selma Blair in 2010 after they were spotted out on a movie date at The Grove shopping center in Los Angeles in July 2010.
- Shenae Grimes (2010) – In September 2010, Josh had a fling with Canadian actor Shenae Grimes.
- Michelle Trachtenberg (2012) – Josh was RUMORed to be going out with actor Michelle Trachtenberg in 2012 after they were pictured leaving a trendy restaurant in Beverly Hills. Michelle’s attempt to hide from the paparazzi pointed towards more than just two friends out for a dinner.
- Kat Dennings (2014-2016) – Groban started going out with actor Kat Dennings in 2014. They made their relationship public in October 2014 by arriving together at the Carousel of Hope Ball in Beverly Hills. Despite being in a relationship for some time, it was at the Ball that she heard him sing for the first time. In July 2016, they separated.
Race / Ethnicity
White
On his father’s side, he has Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. While on his mother’s side, he is of German, English, and Norwegian descent along with Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Curly hair
- Beard
Brand Endorsements
Josh has appeared in a Target commercial.
He has also been seen in a PSA of American Society.
Religion
Anglican / Episcopalian
Best Known For
- Being a very successful and one of the best-selling music artists. Many of his albums have been certified as ‘Platinum’.
- Having made a guest or cameo appearances in a number of popular films and TV series such as Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011) and The Office from 2011 to 2012
First Album
In 2001, Josh released his debut studio album titled Josh Groban in November 2001. The album sold more than 5.2 million copies just in the U.S.
First Film
In 2011, Josh made his first film appearance in the romantic comedy movie, Crazy, Stupid, Love as Richard.
First TV Show
In 2001, Josh made his TV show debut in 2 episodes in a minor role in the comedy-drama series, Ally McBeal.
Josh Groban Favorite Things
- Cities to Dine – Paris and New York City
- Restaurant – Kate Mantilini in Los Angeles
- Most Memorable Meal – Joël Robuchon at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas
- Snack – Dried fruits, especially dried mangoes
- Dream Duet Partner – Björk
- Treasured Item – Book signed by Nelson Mandela
Source – BonAppetit.com, USMagazine.com
Josh Groban Facts
- Josh has been a longtime and staunch supporter of the American Cancer Society. He even appeared in a series of TV commercials for the foundation that aimed to raise awareness about various forms of cancer.
- When he was 12 years old, he auditioned to work at Magic Castle, which is a Hollywood-based magic club. However, it didn’t go well as he ended up spilling all his coins on the floor.
- Since he was a child, he has been in love with tennis. He still tries to play it three to four times a week.
- While growing up, Josh aspired to become a veterinarian and live on a farm.
- His pre-show or concert routine involves walking to the stage with chamomile or mint tea. Before starting the show, he makes sure that he drinks it in a big gulp.
- He is the founder of the nonprofit foundation, Josh Groban Foundation, which works to support needful children through healthcare, arts, and education.
- He is also a big advocate of arts education and has founded, Find Your Light Foundation, which works to support various art endeavors.
- In 2008, People magazine included him on the list of “100 Most Beautiful People”. He was named on the “100 Sexiest Newcomer” list by another publication in 2002.
- On the eve of his 27th birthday, his fans managed to raise more than $40,000, which was donated to a South Africa-based orphanage named Siyawela.
- In recognition of his advocacy and philanthropy for arts education, he was made a member of the Americans for the Arts Artists Committee.
- To raise awareness about poverty, he participated in the Live Below the Line campaign, which was launched by the Global Poverty Project. The project involved living on $1.50 for a day.
- In 2004, the former South African President Nelson Mandela made him an official ambassador for his Project 46664, which aimed to raise awareness about AIDS endemic in Africa.
- He appeared as Maximum Security Prisoner in the 2014 musical crime comedy film Muppets Most Wanted, starring Ricky Gervais, Ty Burrell, and Tina Fey.
- He brought to life the character of Reverend Dan, Stacey’s partner, in the 2016 comedy-drama film The Hollars.
