| Nina Simone Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 6 in |
| Weight | 70 kg |
| Date of Birth | February 21, 1933 |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Date of Death | April 21, 2003 |
Nina Simone was a legendary American singer, songwriter, pianist, and civil rights activist who is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Her most popular songs include Mississippi Goddam (1964), I Loves You, Porgy (1959), My Baby Just Cares for Me (1957), To Be Young, Gifted and Black (1970), etc.
Born Name
Eunice Kathleen Waymon
Nick Name
Nina Simone, High Priestess of Soul
Age
Nina was born on February 21, 1933.
Died
She passed away on April 21, 2003, in Carry-le-Rouet, France from breast cancer at the age of 70 years.
Sun Sign
Pisces
Born Place
Tryon, North Carolina, United States
Nationality
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter, Pianist, Civil Rights Activist
Net Worth
Nina’s net worth was $5 million according to CelebrityNetWorth.com.
Genre
Classical, R&B, Gospel, Jazz, Folk, Soul, Blues
Instruments
Vocals, Piano
Labels
- Bethlehem Records
- Colpix Records
- Legacy Recordings
- Elektra Records
- Philips Records
- RCA Records
- CTI Records
- Verve Records
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 6 in or 167.5 cm
Weight
70 kg or 154.5 lbs
Boyfriend / Girlfriend / Spouse
Nina had dated –
- Donald Ross (1958-1960) – Her 1st marriage to Donald Ross lasted briefly from 1958 until 1960.
- James Baldwin – RUMOR
- Lorraine Hansberry – RUMOR
- Langston Hughes – RUMOR
- Andy Stroud (1960-1971) – She wed police detective Andy Stroud on December 4, 1961. The couple became parents with the birth of their daughter Lisa Celeste Stroud (b. September 12, 1962). But, their marriage ended in divorce in 1971.
- Errol Barrow (1972)
Race / Ethnicity
Black
She had African-American ancestry.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Soulful voice
Nina Simone Facts
- Since the late 1980s, she suffered from bipolar disorder and was prone to violent outbursts, which often involved a firearm. However, her diagnosis was hidden from the public during her lifetime.
- In 2018, Nina was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
- Elton John was highly influenced by her and even named one of his pianos after the iconic singer.
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