Jill Scott

Quick Facts

Full Name	Jill Scott
Occupation	R&B Singer
Date Of Birth	Apr 4, 1972(1972-04-04)
Age	52
Birthplace	Philadelphia
Country	United States
Birth City	Pennsylvania
Horoscope	Aries

Jill Scott Biography

Jill Scott is one of the most popular and richest R &B Singer who was born on April 4, 1972 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Platinum record-selling R&B singer and actress known for her soulful lyrics in songs like “Hate on Me” and for her collaborations with Lupe Fiasco, among others.

She acted alongside Janet Jackson in Tyler Perry‘s movie Why Did I Get Married? in 2007.

Jill Scott (born April 4, 1972) is an American singer-songwriter, model, poet and actress. Her 2000 debut, Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1, went platinum, and the follow-ups Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2 (2004) and The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3 (2007) both achieved gold status. She made her cinematic debut in the films Hounddog and Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married? in 2007.

On the advice of her good friend, director Ozzie Jones, she began pursuing a career in acting in 2000. She joined a fellowship at a theater company in Philadelphia. For two years, she took menial jobs in exchange for acting lessons. In 2004, Scott appeared in several episodes of season four of UPN’s Girlfriends, playing Donna, a love interest to main character, William Dent (Reggie Hayes). She also appeared in the Showtime movie Cavedwellers, starring Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick.

She had a son named Jeff with her ex-fiancé and drummer John Roberts. She was married to Lyzel Williams from 2001 to 2007. In 2016, she married Mike Dobson; however they split the following year.

Jill Scott Net Worth

Jill Scott is one of the richest R &B Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jill Scott 's net worth $12 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She studied education at Temple University and planned on becoming a teacher. Her journey towards a musical career began through spoken word performances.

She is a three-time Grammy Award winner and has been nominated for ten more Grammy Awards as well.

Scott was born on April 4, 1972 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She grew up an only child in a North Philadelphia neighborhood, raised by her mother, Joyce Scott and grandmother. She recalls a happy childhood and was “very much a loved child”. Scott was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Jill Scott height 5 feet 6 inches weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Jill Scott Dating?

According to our records, Jill Scott married to Lyzel Williams. As of December 1, 2023, Jill Scott’s is not dating anyone.

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Her live performance in 2004 with members of The Roots, which also includes a joint performance with Erykah Badu, is featured in Dave Chappelle’s 2006 concert film, Dave Chappelle’s Block Party. UK dance duo Goldtrix covered Scott’s song “It’s Love”, renaming it “It’s Love (Trippin’)” with singer Andrea Brown taking over vocal duties. The song became a top ten hit in the UK, peaking at number six. Jill is also featured on a Lupe Fiasco song named “Daydreaming”. “It’s Love (Trippin’)” was also covered by South West Beats (featuring Claudia Patrice) in 2008. The song “Golden” is featured in a R&B themed radio station in the Rockstar Games video game Grand Theft Auto IV. She recently appeared on Pharoahe Monch’s 2011 release W.A.R. (We Are Renegades). Also Jill is one of the featured artists in Kirk Franklin’s video “I Smile” released in 2011. In 2012 rapper Substantial released “Jackin’ Jill”. The album was recorded as a tribute to Jill’s voice and songwriting. In 2015 she was featured on Dr. Dre’s third album. In 2016, she was featured on The Hamilton Mixtape.

Facts & Trivia

Ranked on the list of most popular R &B Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jill Scott celebrates birthday on April 4 of every year.

At the Essence Music Festival in July 2006, Scott spoke out about how women of color are portrayed in hip-hop songs and music videos. Scott criticized the content for being “dirty, inappropriate, inadequate, unhealthy, and polluted” and urged the listening audience to “demand more.”

Is Jill Scott deaf?

She makes me feel me.” In a shocking turn, Scott missed a string of tour dates when she temporarily lost 85 percent of her hearing in her right ear. She was diagnosed with Sudden Deafness Syndrome (S.D.S). Scott released Experience: Jill Scott 826+, a two-disc live album, in 2002.

Is Jill Scott in a relationship?

In the film, Scott’s character and the other women feel pressured to “complete” their lives by getting married within a year. This pressure is nothing new to Scott, who’s been married once, engaged again, and is currently single.

What is Jill Scott's most famous song?

1, “ A Long Walk ” is quintessential 2000’s neo-soul and probably her most-popular track. This smooth, groovy song is the one piece of Scott discography you most likely know all the words to.

Did Jill Scott get married?

To her fans’ surprise, Scott suddenly married a man she described as “a long-time boyfriend,” Mike Dobson , an unemployed writer. At 48, singer/ songwriter Scott has been around the merry-go-round a few times.

When did Jill Scott come out?

Her 2000 debut album, Who Is Jill Scott?: Words and Sounds Vol. 1, went platinum, and the follow-ups Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2 (2004) and The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3 (2007) both achieved gold status.