Morgan Cole Wallen is an American country pop singer and songwriter whose soulful voice and unforgettable hits have captured the hearts of millions.
American country music singer Morgan Wallen is known for hit songs like “You Proof” and “Last Night,” as well as his 2023 album, One Thing at a Time.
He has also risen to fame through perseverance despite personal challenges and public controversies. Many know his music, but few understand the journey that made him a star.
This biography dives deep into his life, exploring how a small-town boy from Tennessee became one of the biggest names in country music today.
About Morgan Wallen
👩Real name: Morgan Cole Wallen
👩🦰Nickname: Morgan Wallen
🏠Place Of Birth: Sneedville, Tennessee,United States
✝️ Religion: Christianity
🌎Nationality: American
🕵️♀️Profession: Singer, Songwriter
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Morgan Cole Wallen was born in Sneedville, Tennessee, on May 13, 1993, . His father worked as a pastor, while his mother was a teacher.
He grew up in a close-knit Baptist family. Early on, Morgan showed talent in music. His parents taught him piano and violin lessons at a young age.
However, his first dream was not to become a musician. He excelled in baseball during high school and had plans to pursue the sport professionally.
A serious elbow injury ended his athletic hopes, forcing him to rethink his future. In high school, he got a scholarship due to his remarkable performance in basketball. He switched his career to music when he got a career-ending injury from sports.
The Voice and Early Career
In 2014, Morgan’s mother let him audition for “The Voice.” At the same time, Wallen had no idea what to do or expect in return, as he had never watched the whole thing.
This marked his entry into the world of music. He chose Usher as his coach but later switched to Adam Levine’s team. He started his time on the show in the sixth season of “The Voice” and was eliminated during the playoffs.
Still, this experience opened doors for him. After The Voice, he moved to Nashville to focus on country music. He formed a band and later signed with Panacea Records. His first EP, Stand Alone, came out in 2015.
Breakthrough Success
Morgan’s big break came after signing with Big Loud Records in 2016. He released “The Way I Talk,” which quickly gained traction.
His debut album, If I Know Me, came out in 2018. The album featured hit singles like “Up Down” and “Whiskey Glasses.” These songs solidified his place in country music.
“Whiskey Glasses” climbed to No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart and crossed into the Billboard Hot 100. In 2020, Wallen released “More than My Home Town”.
On 14th August 2021, he released the song “7 Summers,” which almost broke the record for first-day streams. One of his most famous albums of Wallen named “Dangerous: The Double Album” was ranked in the US Billboard 200 and was also mentioned in the Canadian Album Chart for about 4 weeks.
Morgan Wallen’s net worth 2024
Morgan Wallen’s net worth in 2024 is estimated at $18 million. This comes from album sales, concert tours, and sponsorship deals.
According to various sources, Wallen charges around $80,000 per event and makes significant earnings from social media sponsorships.
His 2023 summer tour grossed around $190 million, and he reportedly took home about $70 million from those earnings.
Previous Year Net Worth:
Year Net Worth
2024 $18 million
2023 $12 million
2022 $5 million
2021 $3.8 million
2020 $3.5 million
Personal Life
Morgan has one son, Indigo Wilder, born in July 2020. He shares Indigo with his ex-fiancée, Katie Smith. Morgan has also been linked to country singer Megan Moroney.
Family has remained a core part of his life, even as his career took off. His parents and sisters, Ashlyne, Mikaela, and Lacey, stay close to him.
Controversies
Morgan’s career has not been without controversy. In 2020, he was arrested outside a Kid’s Rock Bar in Nashville for disorderly conduct.
That same year, videos surfaced showing him ignoring COVID-19 safety protocols and even kissing multiple female university students.
His performance on Saturday Night Live was canceled as a result. The most damaging controversy came in 2021 when a video of him using a racial slur went public. Many radio stations and his record label suspended him. Despite the backlash, his music sales soared.
Achievements and Awards
Morgan has earned numerous accolades in his career. His awards include the New Artist of the Year at the 2020 CMA Awards. His album Dangerous won Billboard’s Top Country Album and dominated the charts for months.
His latest album, One Thing at a Time, continued his streak of success, landing him nominations at the 2024 CMA Awards. Wallen is nominated for Male Vocalist and Entertainer of the Year.