Maren Morris Biography
Maren Larae Morris is an American famous R&B, Pop, and hip-hop singer and songwriter. She rose to fame in 2016 when she released her studio album called Hero, which comprises a single titled “My Church”. The single become her breakout single on country radio and commercial success. Prior to this, Larae also collaborated with popular artists like Zedd and Greg on the song “The Middle”, which peaked in the top ten pop success in various countries. Throughout her career, she has been awarded various awards such as five Academy of Country Music Awards, one American Music award, and five Country Music Association Awards.
Larae was born and brought up in Arlington, Texas to her parents. She attended school at James Bowie High School in Arlington where she continued playing soccer. Besides that, she also took part in art and creative writing which were her favorite classes. At the age of 11 years old, Morris began her professional career by touring around her home state of Texas, where her father acted as her manager and booking agent. In 2005, she was selected to attend the camp sponsored by the Grammy Foundation, where she was able to meet music industry insiders at music workshops. That same year, she also released her first studio album at the age of 15 called Walk On.
Later after, Morris released her second album named All That It Takes before she participated in American Idol, America’s Got Talent, The Voice, and Nashville Star. After high, she enrolled herself at North Texas University, where she studied for one semester before then dropping out. Shortly after she left college, she released her third studio album Live Wire under the Mozzi Bozzi label record. In 2015, she gained popularity after she released her extended play, Maren Morris.
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Her three songs were featured on Spotify’s US and Global “Viral 50” chart and received 2.5 million streams on Spotify in a month. Following her success, she was signed to Columbia Nashville and a month later she released her single titled “My Church”, which peaked at No.22 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. As well as become No.1 on the Top Heatseekers chart. Later on, Maren won Best Country Solo Performance for the song at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards. While still there at Columbia Nashville she released her album called Hero. The album peaked at No.5 on the Billboard 200, and number one on the country albums chart.
In addition to that, Larae also embarked on a tour with Keith Urban in 2016 and later provided vocals to Thomas Rhett’s “Craving You” song. Moreover, she also receives several awards for her successful work which includes Grammy nominations and the “Best New Artist” accolade from the Country Music Association. In 2018, she appeared in the pop single “The Middle” alongside Zedd and Greg. Next, larae released her five albums named Girl and later she embarked on Girl: The World Tour, to support the album.
On top of that, she is also the co-founder of The Highwomen alongside her fellow artist Brandi Carlile and Natalie Hemby. Most recently, she collaborated with Ryan Hurd on the single “Chasing After You”. The song reached the top five on the Billboard Country charts. Additionally, Maren also released her album called Humble Quest in 2022. Apart from her work, she is also a supporter of charitable funds, where she donated $300,000 to the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund.
Maren Morris Age
How old is Maren? She is 33 years old as of 2023. She was born on April 10, 1990, in Arlington, Texas, United States. In addition, she celebrates her birthday on April 10 every year.
Maren Morris Height/ weight
Morris is a beautiful and gorgeous lady with an attractive personality. She stands at a height of 5 feet and 1 inch ( 1.56 m) tall. She weighs around 52 kg and has dark brown eyes and dark blonde hair color. Likewise, her body measurements include 33-25-31 inches.
Maren Morris Husband
Is Maren married or dating? She is happily married to her supportive and caring husband Ryan Hurd. Hurd is also a singer-songwriter from the same country music as her wife. The couple met through the collaboration of the song “Last Turn Home” for Tim McGraw and started dating in December 2015. Two years later, the duo got engaged before later exchanging the ring in Nashville, Tennessee. The couple are proud parents of a handsome son named Hayes who was born in March 2020.
Maren Morris Family
Morris is the daughter of salon owner parents Kellies and Greg Morris. She grew up in Arlington, Texas, alongside her sister named Karsen Maren. She first started performing karaoke songs by LeAnn Rimes and Patsy Cline at her parents’ parties. After her father notice her daughter’s talent in music, he encouraged her. At the age of 12 years old, he bought her first guitar.
Maren Morris’s Net Worth
How much does Maren earn? She has an estimated net worth of $ 8 million dollars. She is one of the most well-known singers in the industry. Also, she has accumulated her wealth from her career as a singer.