Meet Katherine Jenkins OBE, the musical dynamo born on June 29, 1980, hailing from Wales. Picture this versatile songstress weaving her mezzo-soprano magic through operatic arias, popular tunes, musical theatre, and soul-stirring hymns. But before the spotlight, Katherine had her humble beginnings marked by wins in youth singing competitions, setting the stage for her remarkable journey.
After fine-tuning her craft at the Royal Academy of Music and juggling roles as a model and voice coach, Jenkins took a leap into the public eye. In 2003, her vocals echoed through Westminster Cathedral, commemorating Pope John Paul II’s silver jubilee, and that’s when the world truly tuned in.
Since 2004, her albums have been a symphony of success, hitting the charts in the UK and beyond. The cherry on top? Classic Brit Awards were given for Album of the Year in both 2005 and 2006.
But Katherine is more than studio accolades; she’s a performer who’s serenaded British Armed Forces in distant lands, graced the stages of diverse concerts, and championed numerous charitable causes.
Whether she’s hitting high notes at a sporting event or lending her voice to TV, Katherine Jenkins continues to be the melody that resonates with hearts worldwide.
Who is Katherine Jenkins’ Husband?
In 2014, Katherine Jenkins decided to add a touch of enchantment to her life story by tying the knot with American painter and all-around creative wizard Andrew Levitas. Picture this:
Hampton Court Palace was the backdrop for their fairy-tale wedding on September 27, 2014. And to sprinkle a bit more magic, the vicar from Katherine’s hometown bestowed a heartfelt religious blessing later on.
Now, let me introduce you to the man of the hour—Andrew Levitas. He’s not just a painter; and he’s a filmmaker and writer extraordinaire. The mastermind behind Metalwork Pictures, he crafts stories that come to life on the big screen, a true maestro of the cinematic arts.
But Andrew is no one-trick pony. Venture into the vibrant streets of Soho, and you’ll find him as the proud co-owner of two happening restaurants, Little Prince and Lola Taverna. Why not add culinary flair to his impressive repertoire?
And then came the sweet notes of family life. Aaliyah Reign, their first bundle of joy, made her debut in the bustling heartbeat of New York City in September 2015. The family melody continued to play with the arrival of Xander Robert Selwyn in April 2018. Double the joy, double the laughter!
Katherine and Andrew’s love story is a harmonious blend of creativity, shared adventures, and the everyday magic of family life.
Katherine Jenkins Worth
Would you believe it? Katherine Jenkins isn’t just a vocal powerhouse; she’s a financial force too! In reference to Celebrity Net Worth, her fortune is sitting pretty at a whopping £16.5 million. Talk about hitting the high notes in both talent and treasure!
Let’s rewind a bit. Back in 2007, Katherine strutted onto the British young people’s Sunday Times Rich List, snagging the 62nd spot with a cool £9 million.
Fast forward to 2010, and she’s rubbing shoulders with Charlotte Church in the Sunday Times Rich List’s Top 20 Young Millionaires, holding a joint 11th position with an estimated wealth of £11 million. Money, meet melody!
Now, here’s a classical crescendo for you: Katherine is the best-selling classical artist in the UK over the last 25 years, outshining legends like Luciano Pavarotti and Andre Rieu.
And the hits keep coming! In November 2018, her 13th studio album ‘Guiding Light’ not only hit Number 2 on the charts but soared to Number 1 in May 2019. Fun fact: she made history as the first classical artist with a whopping 13 Number one albums. Take a bow, Katherine!
But wait, there’s more. In 2014, Katherine received the royal nod as she was made Officer of the Order of the British Empire (aka OBE) in the New Year Honours. Why? For her outstanding services to music and her charitable endeavors. Bravo, Katherine – conquering hearts and charts alike!
The David Beckham Email Scandal
In a bizarre turn of events back in February 2017, Katherine Jenkins found herself unwittingly caught in the crossfire of a David Beckham email scandal—picture this: a leak of messages between the former footballer and his publicist.
In those digital whispers, Beckham, feeling somewhat disgruntled about missing out on a knighthood in 2013, didn’t spare words in his frustration.
He even took a swipe at Jenkins, questioning the legitimacy of her OBE, saying, “Katherine Jenkins OBE what for? I sang at the rugby event, went to see the troops, and also took coke. F**king joke.”
For Jenkins, it was an unexpected storm. She reflected on the episode, expressing her disappointment and a sense of bewilderment, stating, “You are just facing your own business, and you get caught up in this massive storm. You just think, ‘Aww, I was not doing anything.’ To get caught up in that was not pleasant. I do not know why, again, that was targeted at me.”
Unfazed, she stood her ground, firmly stating her priorities: her kids, family, singing, and charitable endeavors. With a nonchalant demeanor, she shrugged off the controversy as mere “white noise in the background.”
The reference to “coke” in Beckham’s email harked back to Jenkins’ past admission of experimenting with illegal drugs, including cocaine, ecstasy, and MDMA, until the age of 23.
Jenkins, ever the honest soul, reflected on that chapter, saying, “I felt like I had to be honest, that was the thing. I look back, and I think it was the right thing to do. I definitely don’t regret talking about it. I think it was something that needed to be addressed.”
