Michael W. Smith

January 5, 2024
Rock Singer

Quick Facts

Michael W. Smith
Full Name Michael W. Smith
Occupation Rock Singer
Date Of Birth Oct 7, 1957(1957-10-07)
Age 67
Birthplace Kenova
Country United States
Birth City West Virginia
Horoscope Libra

Michael W. Smith Biography

Name Michael W. Smith
Birthday Oct 7
Birth Year 1957
Place Of Birth Kenova
Home Town West Virginia
Birth Country United States
Birth Sign Libra
Parents Barbara Smith, Paul Smith
Spouse Deborah Kay Davis
Children(s) Whitney Katherine Smith-Mooring, Tyler Michael Smith, Anna Elizabeth Smith, Emily Allison Smith, Ryan Smith

Michael W. Smith is one of the most popular and richest Rock Singer who was born on October 7, 1957 in Kenova, West Virginia, United States. A popular Christian singer-songwriter, keyboardist and pianist. He is best known for the song “Open The Eyes Of My Heart Lord”. He has received three Grammy Awards as well as forty Dove Awards. Over the course of his career, he has sold over thirteen million records.

He also wrote several gospel songs for He wrote a number of gospel songs for Amy Grant..

Smith is married to Deborah “Debbie” Kay Davis (b. 1958) and has five children: Ryan, Whitney Katherine Mooring (married to Jack Mooring of the band Leeland), Tyler Michael (keyboard player for the UNITED Tour), Anna Elizabeth, and Emily Allison. He resides in the Nashville suburbs and spends time at his farm. Smith attended Belmont Church in Nashville, Tennessee and is mentored by its long-time pastor, Don Finto. Smith is also the founding pastor of New River Fellowship church in Franklin, Tennessee, where he was the lead pastor from 2006 to 2008. Smith and his wife remain involved members of the church.

In 1978, Smith moved to Nashville, taking a job as a landscaper to support himself. He played with several local bands in the Nashville club scene. He also developed a problem with substance abuse.

He married Deborah Davis in September 1982, and they had five kids together.

Michael W. Smith Net Worth

Net Worth $14 Million
Source Of Income Rock Singer
House Living in own house.

Michael W. Smith is one of the richest Rock Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Michael W. Smith 's net worth $14 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Marshall University was where he learned to be a songwriter. Meadowgreen Music was his first employer when he began writing music.

He was named as one of People Magazine’s Most Beautiful People.

Michael Whitaker Smith (born October 7, 1957) is an American musician, who has charted in both contemporary Christian and mainstream charts. His biggest success in mainstream music was in 1991 when “Place in This World” hit No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100. Over the course of his career, he has sold more than 18 million albums.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Height 6 ft 1 in

Michael W. Smith height 6 ft 1 in Michael weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Michael W. Smith Dating?

According to our records, Michael W. Smith married to Deborah Kay Davis. As of December 1, 2023, Michael W. Smith’s is not dating anyone.

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In 1990, Smith released Go West Young Man, his first mainstream effort, which included the mainstream crossover hit single “Place in This World”. The song peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100. In 1992, he released Change Your World, which included the No. 1 adult contemporary hit “I Will Be Here for You”. In 1993 Smith released his first box set, The Wonder Years and his first greatest hits album, The First Decade (1983–1993). The latter also includes two new songs, “Do You Dream of Me?” and “Kentucky Rose”.

Facts & Trivia

Michael Ranked on the list of most popular Rock Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Michael W. Smith celebrates birthday on October 7 of every year.

Alderson-Broaddus College awarded Smith the degree Doctorate of Music honoris causa in 1992.

Is Michael W. Smith still married?

Personal life. Smith is married to Deborah “Debbie” Kay Davis (b. 1958) and has five children: Ryan, Whitney Katherine Mooring (married to Jack Mooring of the band Leeland), Tyler Michael (keyboard player for the United Tour), Anna Elizabeth, and Emily Allison.

What is Michael W. Smith doing these days?

Multi-Platinum artist, best-selling author and acclaimed actor Michael W. Smith continues to live out his dream; he releases new music regularly and performs around the world to sold-out crowds of loyal and inspired fans.

What church does Michael W. Smith go to?

Michael W. Smith actively serves at his church, New River Fellowship in Franklin, TN, and works with Rocketown, a teen club, coffee house, and skate park which he founded in downtown Nashville whose mission is to foster vital relationships between disenfranchised adolescents and Christian mentors.

Does Michael W. Smith write his own songs?

Smith has not only written songs for himself , but for many others including Amy Grant, Sandi Patty, and Point of Grace.

Are Amy Grant and Michael W Smith still friends?

Smith will perform holiday favorites together. Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith have the type of chemistry that can only come from more than three decades of friendship, which is why the pair’s annual holiday concert is highly anticipated by their fans each year.

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