Syesha Mercado

Quick Facts

Full Name	Syesha Mercado
Occupation	Pop Singer
Date Of Birth	Jan 2, 1987(1987-01-02)
Age	37
Birthplace	Bridgeport
Country	United States
Birth City	Connecticut
Horoscope	Capricorn

Syesha Mercado Biography

Syesha Mercado is one of the most popular and richest Pop Singer who was born on January 2, 1987 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States. Model, singer and actress who finished third as a finalist in Season 7 on American Idol. She was also as a guest on The One: Making a Music Star.

She cited She listed Aretha Franklin among one of her top influences. as one of her biggest influences.

Syesha Raquel Mercado (born January 2, 1987) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and model. Mercado was the third-place finalist on the seventh season of American Idol. Prior to Idol, Mercado was on The One: Making a Music Star and she won Florida Super Singer. Her musical influences are Whitney Houston, Etta James, Alicia Keys, Zap Mama, Lauryn Hill, and Aretha Franklin.

Mercado attended Daughtrey Elementary School and Manatee School for the Arts both in Manatee County. Dreaming to become a gospel singer one day, Mercado signed a contract at age nine with the Take Stock in Children, a scholarship program for “low-income families who show potential for college, but are unlikely to be able to afford a higher education.” Mercado graduated from Booker High School in 2005, where she was in the Theater Visual and Performing Arts department. She also attended Florida International University in Miami, majoring in theatre.

She was married with Hess Wesley in 2008.

Syesha Mercado Net Worth

Syesha Mercado is one of the richest Pop Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Syesha Mercado 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She was a student at an arts and visual academy located in Sarasota, Florida.

She was a part in Dreamgirls’ U.S. national tour for Dreamgirls in 2009.

Mercado was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on January 2, 1987. Her mother, Zelda, a former Motown backup singer, is African American and her father, José, is of Puerto Rican descent. Mercado grew up in Bradenton and Sarasota, Florida. She attended Booker High School for the Visual and Performings Arts Theatre Program and graduated with a certificate as a performance major in Sarasota, where she appeared in various productions. At the 2005 Florida Theatre Conference and the 2005 South Eastern Theatre Conference, Mercado won “Best Supporting Actress” for her role as the Sour Kangaroo in Seussical the Musical. Mercado also appeared as a contestant on the failed ABC talent show, The One: Making a Music Star in summer 2006.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Syesha Mercado height 5 ft 5 in Syesha weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Syesha Mercado Dating?

According to our records, Syesha Mercado is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Syesha Mercado’s is not dating anyone.

Relationships Record : We have no records of past relationships for Syesha Mercado. You may help us to build the dating records for Syesha Mercado!

In February 2009, she participated in the opening of the American Idol Experience attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. On February 19, 2009, Mercado performed in her first live concert after the American Idols LIVE! Tour 2008. It was her own concert where all the proceeds went to benefit the Amer-I-Can program, a gang-prevention program started by NFL great, Jim Brown. She performed eight songs in front of a sold out audience of about 4,000 fans.

Facts & Trivia

Syesha Ranked on the list of most popular Pop Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Syesha Mercado celebrates birthday on January 2 of every year.

Mercado acted in her first feature film Dreams in 2011 as the character Mia. She released a cover of “Love on Top” by Beyoncé that went viral online, inching two million views on YouTube. Mercado is also known for her acoustic, soulful cover of “Skyfall” by Adele.

What happened to Syesha Mercado baby?

Syesha Mercado regains custody of her son after seven-month battle. Former “American Idol” finalist Syesha Mercado and her partner, Tyron Deener, have regained custody of their 20-month-old son Amen’ Ra after a seven-month battle with state and local health authorities involving concerns of malnutrition.

Who is syesha?

Syesha Mercado
Genres| R&B soul pop
Occupation(s)| Singer-songwriter actress model
Years active| 2006–present
Website| www.SyeshaOnline.com

Why did Syesha Mercado have children?

In late February, the pair’s son was taken away after allegations of malnutrition after the Sarasota, Florida native started to wean him off breast milk. Mercado’s milk supply started to dry up as she was pregnant, Fox 13 Tampa Bay reported in May. Her son had a hard time adjusting to formula and solid food.

Does Syesha Mercado have her kids back?

“American Idol” alum Syesha Mercado and her partner Tyron Deener’s newborn baby girl has been returned to their custody after being removed by child welfare officials earlier this month, the singer shared Friday on social media.

Why was syesha's son taken?

Months earlier, the couple’s son was taken away after allegations of malnutrition after the singer had started to wean him off breast milk.