Usher: The Grammy-Winning Musician And His Journey As A Father

Usher, a name synonymous with R&B music, is not just a superstar but also a devoted father. At 45 years old, he has made significant contributions to the music industry, winning eight Grammy Awards and earning a whopping 23 nominations as of 2024. His chart-topping hits, including “OMG,” “Yeah!” and “My Boo,” have solidified his status as a household name among music lovers worldwide.

This music icon is set to grace the stage at the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show on February 11, a milestone he considers a bucket list achievement. In a recent interview with Good Morning America, Usher expressed his excitement, noting that performing at the Super Bowl deserves to be mentioned alongside the Oscars, Tonys, Grammys, and Emmys. As we look forward to this thrilling performance, let's delve into the life of Usher and his beloved children.

Table of Contents

• Biography
• Usher ‘Cinco’ Raymond V
• Naviyd Ely
• Sovereign Bo
• Sire Castrello

Biography

Usher ‘Cinco’ Raymond V

Usher became a father for the first time on November 27, 2007, with the birth of his son, Usher “Cinco” Raymond V. Now 16 years old, Cinco was born to Usher and his first wife, Tameka Foster, who were married from 2007 until their divorce in 2009. Recently, the proud parents reunited to celebrate Cinco's 16th birthday, with Tameka sharing heartfelt moments from the celebration on Instagram, expressing her love and blessings for her son.

Naviyd Ely

Just over a year after Cinco’s birth, Tameka and Usher welcomed their second son, Naviyd Ely, on December 10, 2008. At 15 years old, Naviyd officially completed their family unit. Unfortunately, just six months post his birth, Usher filed for divorce from Tameka. The couple later faced a custody battle over their sons, which concluded in favor of Usher in August 2013. Reflecting on his marriage, Usher shared on Oprah’s Next Chapter that balancing personal and professional life as a celebrity can be particularly challenging.

Sovereign Bo

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After his marriage to Grace Harry, Usher began dating Jennifer “Jenn” Goicoechea in 2019. Their relationship blossomed, and they welcomed their daughter, Sovereign Bo, on September 24, 2020. Usher shared the joyous news of her birth on Instagram, expressing their joy and sharing that "Isn’t She Lovely" by Stevie Wonder was on repeat as they celebrated her arrival.

Sire Castrello

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One year after welcoming Sovereign, Usher and Jenn welcomed their son, Sire Castrello, on September 29, 2021. Usher joyfully announced his birth on Instagram, introducing Sire to the world and sharing details like his weight and time of birth. Usher still cherishes his relationship with Jenn, referring to her as his “best friend” in a recent interview, demonstrating the strong bond they share as a family.