Charlie Puth is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who has a net worth of $25 million as of 2023. He rose to fame through his viral YouTube videos and his collaboration with Wiz Khalifa on the song “See You Again”, which became one of the best-selling singles of all time.
He has also released two successful studio albums, “Nine Track Mind” and “Voicenotes”, and is working on his third album, “Charlie”. In this article, we will explore his background, career, personal life, and net worth in more detail.
Charlie Puth’s Background and Early Life
In Rumson, New Jersey, Debra and Charles Puth had Charles Otto Puth Jr. on December 2, 1991. His mother taught music and wrote HBO commercials, while his father built and sold real estate. Twins Stephen and Mikaela are his younger brothers. A mixed Catholic-Jewish family raised him.
Musical interest began early for Puth. He began playing jazz at 10 and piano at 4 from his mother. In Red Bank, New Jersey, Count Basie Theatre’s Cool School had a kid’s jazz band. He studied jazz piano and classical studies at Manhattan School of Music Pre-College from seventh grade through senior year. Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School graduated him in 2010.
Puth studied music production and engineering at Berklee College of Music in Boston. He graduated with honors in 2013. During college, he created “Charlie Vlogs” on YouTube, posting humorous videos and acoustic renditions of famous songs.
Charlie Puth’s Career
Career Beginnings
Puth’s career began to take off when he won an online video competition sponsored by Perez Hilton in 2011. He performed a cover of Adele’s “Someone Like You” with Emily Luther, which caught the attention of Ellen DeGeneres. She invited them to perform on her show and signed them to her label, Eleven Eleven. However, they parted ways after releasing only one single, “Break Again”.
Puth continued to upload videos on YouTube and gained more fans. He also started writing and producing songs for other artists, such as Jason Derulo, Cody Simpson, Skizzy Mars, and CeeLo Green. In 2014, he signed with Atlantic Records after impressing the label’s executives with his original song “Marvin Gaye”.
Breakthrough with “See You Again”
Puth’s breakthrough came in 2015 when he collaborated with Wiz Khalifa on the song “See You Again” for the soundtrack of the film “Furious 7”. The song was a tribute to the late actor Paul Walker, who died in a car accident in 2013. The song became a global hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 non-consecutive weeks and topping the charts in many other countries. It also received three Grammy nominations, including Song of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. It also earned Puth a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Song.
The success of “See You Again” boosted Puth’s popularity and exposure. He released his debut single “Marvin Gaye” featuring Meghan Trainor in February 2015, which became another hit, reaching number one in the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand and number 21 in the US. He also released two more singles from his debut album: “One Call Away” and “We Don’t Talk Anymore” featuring Selena Gomez. Both songs were well-received by fans and critics and peaked within the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.
Success with “Nine Track Mind”
On January 29, 2016, Puth released his first studio album “Nine Track Mind”. The album was commercially successful despite conflicting reviews. Over one million copies were sold globally after debuting at number six on the Billboard 200. It reached platinum in the US, Canada, Australia, France, Italy, and Sweden.
The “Nine Track Mind Tour” was Puth’s first headlining tour in March 2016 to promote his album. He performed across North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania until November 2016. In July and August 2016, he backed Meghan Trainor on her “The Untouchable Tour”.
“Attention” and “How Long” were Puth’s second album singles in 2017. Fans and reviewers liked both tracks, which landed in the Billboard Hot 100 top 10. They reached multi-platinum in the US, Canada, Australia, UK, and Germany.
Recent Projects and Album “Charlie”
Puth released his second studio album “Voicenotes” on May 11, 2018. The mature and coherent sound of the album earned good reviews. At number four on the Billboard 200, it sold over 500,000 copies worldwide. It went gold in the US, Canada, Australia, UK, and France.
In July 2018, Puth began his second headlining tour, the “Voicenotes Tour,” to promote his album. He performed across North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania until November 2018. In June and July 2018, he backed Maroon 5 on their “Red Pill Blues Tour”.
“I Warned Myself” and “Mother” were Puth’s 2019 solo releases. Fans and reviewers liked both tracks, which reached in the Billboard Hot 100 top 40. They went platinum and gold in the US.
“Girlfriend” and “Hard on Yourself” with Blackbear were Puth’s 2020 solo releases. Fans and reviewers liked both tracks, which reached in the Billboard Hot 100 top 40. Also gold in the US.
Puth revealed “Charlie” as his third studio album in 2021. He indicated the record will be more intimate and experimental than his others. He also revealed he would work with his favorite musicians like Bruno Mars, John Mayer, Ed Sheeran, and Billie Eilish. “Light Switch” with Doja Cat was the album’s first single, released on February 12, 2021. Fans and reviewers liked the song, which peaked at 15 on the Billboard Hot 100. It reached platinum in America.
Puth will release his third studio album “Charlie” in late 2021 or early 2022. In mid-2022, he will embark on his third headlining tour, the “Charlie Tour,” to promote his record.
Charlie Puth’s Personal Life and Body Measurements
Personal Life and Relationships
Puth has been very private about his personal life and relationships. He has been linked to several celebrities in the past, such as Meghan Trainor, Selena Gomez, Bella Thorne, Hailee Steinfeld, Charlotte Lawrence, and Halston Sage. However, he has never confirmed any of these rumors.
As of 2021, Puth is reportedly single and focusing on his music career. He has said that he is looking for someone supportive, understanding, loyal, funny, and smart. He has also said that he prefers brunettes over blondes.
Puth is very close to his family and friends. He often posts pictures and videos of them on his social media accounts. He is especially close to his mother, who has been his biggest inspiration and supporter since childhood.
Puth is also very charitable and philanthropic. He has supported various causes and organizations, such as UNICEF, Pencils of Promise, MusiCares Foundation, Save The Music Foundation, The Trevor Project, GLAAD Media Awards, Stand Up To Cancer, Live Earth Concerts for a Climate in Crisis, and We Day.
Puth is also very passionate about cars. He owns a collection of luxury cars, such as a Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV, a Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, a Tesla Model X, a Ferrari California T, a Lamborghini Aventador S, and a Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Height, Weight, and Physical Statistics
Puth stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches or 178 cm. He weighs around 74 kg or 163 lbs. He has a slim body type with a chest size of 38 inches or 97 cm, a waist size of 32 inches or 81 cm, and a biceps size of 13 inches or 33 cm. He has dark brown hair and green eyes.
Charlie Puth’s Net Worth
As of 2023, Puth has an estimated net worth of $25 million. He earns most of his income from his music career as a singer, songwriter, and record producer. He also earns from his tours, concerts, endorsements, merchandise, and YouTube channel.
Puth’s net worth is expected to increase in the future as he continues to release more music and expand his fan base.
