Age, Biography and Wiki

Randy Jackson is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as a judge on the television show American Idol. He was born on June 23, 1956 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Randy Jackson began his career as a session musician in the late 1970s, playing bass guitar on albums by artists such as Bob Dylan, Journey, and Billy Joel. He then went on to become a successful record producer, working with artists such as Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, and Whitney Houston. In 2002, Jackson became a judge on the hit television show American Idol, where he remained until 2013. He also served as a mentor on the show The Voice from 2011 to 2013. Randy Jackson has an estimated net worth of $50 million. He has earned his wealth through his successful career as a musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He also earns money from his appearances on television shows.

Popular As Randall Darius Jackson
Occupation Record executive · television presenter · musician · record producer
Age 68 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 23 June, 1956
Birthday 23 June
Birthplace Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.
Nationality United States

We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 23 June. He is a member of famous with the age 68 years old group.

Randy Jackson Height, Weight & Measurements

At 68 years old, Randy Jackson height is 1.73 m .

Physical Status
Height 1.73 m
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Who Is Randy Jackson's Wife?

His wife is Elizabeth Jackson (m. 1990-2019)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Elizabeth Jackson (m. 1990-2019)
Sibling Not Available
Children Not Available

Randy Jackson Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Randy Jackson worth at the age of 68 years old? Randy Jackson’s income source is mostly from being a successful . He is from United States. We have estimated Randy Jackson's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2023 Under Review
Net Worth in 2022 Pending
Salary in 2022 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income

Randy Jackson Social Network

Instagram Randy Jackson Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter Randy Jackson Twitter
Facebook Randy Jackson Facebook
Wikipedia Randy Jackson Wikipedia
Imdb

Timeline

2020

In May 2020, Jackson was named bassist for Journey (band) following that band's sudden split with legacy member Ross Valory. Jackson had previously filled the roll in the late 80s.

2013

Starting in 2002, Jackson was one of the panel judges on the Fox Network reality television series American Idol, along with Paula Abdul (2002–2009), Simon Cowell (2002–2010), Kara DioGuardi (2009–2010), Ellen DeGeneres (2010), Jennifer Lopez (2011–2012), Steven Tyler (2011–2012), Nicki Minaj (2013), Mariah Carey (2013), and Keith Urban (2013). As a result of Cowell's departure, Jackson was left as the sole original judge on American Idol. His role was originally going to be reduced to that of a mentor, so the 2013 season would have all new judges, but it was later decided that he would remain as a judge for season 12. On May 9, 2013, Jackson announced that he would be leaving American Idol after twelve seasons due to him wanting to focus on other business ventures. On September 3, 2013, it was announced that Jackson would replace Jimmy Iovine as the in-house mentor on American Idol. He departed the series for good in November 2014.

2008

On March 11, 2008, Jackson released an album produced entirely by himself, titled Randy Jackson's Music Club, Vol. 1. The album's release was preceded by the single "Dance Like There's No Tomorrow" sung by Paula Abdul. In 2009, Randy began working with former Idol finalist Kimberley Locke, producing her 4th album. The lead single, "Strobe Light", was released March 16, 2010. In February 2010, Jackson participated in We Are the World 25 for Haiti as part of the chorus.

Jackson produced America's Best Dance Crew, an American group dance competition and reality television show, which premiered on February 7, 2008 on MTV and was cancelled in 2010 due to declining ratings. Each week, the teams showcased their creative talents in choreography and their dance skills, and one crew was eliminated by the judges. The competition continued until the sole winning dance crew was awarded the title of America's Best Dance Crew, and a cash prize of $100,000.

2005

Jackson has recorded, produced, or toured with many well-known artists and bands, ranging from Mariah Carey (he has worked with her throughout her career, been her musical director for a number of her tours; he has formed part of her band during numerous performances including Live 8 in London in 2005) to 'N Sync, Whitney Houston, (produced) Dionne Farris' (critically acclaimed debut CD, Wild-Seed Wild-Flower), Céline Dion, Fergie (dating back to her days in Wild Orchid), Stryper, and Madonna (he played some bass on her album Like a Prayer although not on the single of the same name).

2003

In 2003, Jackson lost 114 pounds (52 kg) following gastric bypass surgery. He stated in a February 2008 television commercial that he has type 2 diabetes.

1991

Jackson was the bass guitarist on the 1991 self-titled Divinyls album (which features the song "I Touch Myself") as well as featured bassist on several tracks of Tracy Chapman's 1992 release, Matters of the Heart. He performed on the singles "Bang Bang Bang", "Open Arms", and "Dreaming on a World". That same year, Jackson also played bass on Bruce Springsteen's song "Human Touch."

1985

In 1985, Keith Richards was asked to provide music for the Whoopi Goldberg comedy vehicle Jumpin' Jack Flash. Richards assembled an all-star band which included Aretha Franklin on piano and lead vocals and Jackson on bass guitar. This song was the fourth track on Aretha's 1986 album titled Aretha. Jackson can be seen in the song's video.

1980

Jackson began his career in the 1980s as a session musician playing bass guitar for an array of jazz, pop, rock, and R&B performers. He moved on to work in music production and as A&R at Columbia Records and MCA Records. Jackson is best known from his appearances as the longest-serving judge on American Idol and executive producer for MTV's America's Best Dance Crew. Jackson has won a Grammy Award as a producer.

In the early 1980s he played on three albums for Jean-Luc Ponty and with the rock band Taxxi. From 1986 to 1987 he was a session musician for the rock group Journey. Jackson played on Journey's 1986 album Raised on Radio. He moved to Italy in the late 1980s and played on a record by Italian pop star Zucchero. The record, Zucchero and the Randy Jackson Band, was produced by Corrado Rustici who played guitar with Jackson on many albums in the early 1980s. He also played with Billy Cobham.

In the late 1980s, Jackson was still doing sessions. He was notably on the first solo album by famed session guitarist Steve Lukather. Jackson was a featured bass guitarist on five songs on Maze's 1989 "Silky Soul" album. He also performed on several of Kenny G's albums.

1956

Randall Darius Jackson (born June 23, 1956) is an American bassist, singer, record producer, entrepreneur, and television personality.

Jackson was born on June 23, 1956, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana the son of Julia, a homemaker, and Herman Jackson, a plant foreman. He graduated from Southern University in 1979 with a bachelor's degree in music. His first marriage, to Elizabeth Jackson, was dissolved in 1990; they had one daughter named Taylor. In 1995, Jackson married Erika Riker, with whom he has two children, a daughter named Zoe and a son named Jordan. In 2014, Riker filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences, it was finalized in 2019.