Who is Ashanti ?
Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas was born on October 13, 1980 in Glen Cove, New York, U.S.. She is known simply as Ashanti, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer and actress.
She was first discovered as a teenager and later signed to Murder Inc. Records in 2001.
That year, she was featured on Fat Joe’s “What’s Luv?” and Ja Rule’s “Always on Time”, both of which became two of the biggest hit songs of 2002; Ashanti became the first female artist to occupy the top two positions on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart simultaneously when “Always on Time” and “What’s Luv?” were at numbers one and two, respectively.
Ashanti Career Highlights:
- Debut Album: Ashanti
- First Film: Bride and Prejudice
- First TV Show: Sabrina, the Teenage Witch
Who is Ashanti Dating ?
Ashanti is possibly a single.
Ashanti met rapper Nelly at a press conference for the 2003 Grammy Awards on January 1, 2003; they subsequently entered into a relationship.
They ended their nine-year relationship in December 2012.
What is Ashanti Net Worth ?
She has an estimated net worth of $20 Million.
Quick Facts
- Complete Name: Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas
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Nicknames: Shani, Shany Bonnie
Date of Birth: October 13, 1980 - Age: 36
- Birthplace: Glen Cove, New York, U.S.
- Occupation: Singer, Dancer, Actress
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
- Father: Ken-Kaide Thomas Douglas
- Mother: Tina Douglas
- Siblings: Kenashia Douglas
- Spouse: Unmarried
- Children: None
- Height: 5′ 3″ (1.60 m)
- Weight: 50 kg (110 lbs)
- Bra Size: 32B
- Shoe Size: 7 (US)
- Dress Size: 6
- Body Measurements: 34-23-38
Ashanti Interesting Facts:
- Her nickname is Shani.
- Ashanti likes dancing, watching movies and singing.
- Ashanti cites Madonna, Whitney Houston, Tupac Shakur, Janet Jackson, Mary J. Blige and Prince as her musical influences.
Some Quotes of Ashanti
I think my motto is to always remain focused on what it is that you’re trying to accomplish.
I am not a good decision maker; that’s one of the things I don’t like about myself.
I have always been able to write on the spot. It is a talent that I guess comes naturally.
I was offered seven deals from seven different major labels between 2009-2011, and to be quite honest… nowadays, you need a hit record, a great radio team, an amazing PR firm, social media, a big budget, a team that is ready to work extremely hard, and the drive and passion to win!
Broadway is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done.
Honey Boo Boo is a handful, baby. She says what she wants to say, does what she wants to do. I’ve only seen, like, snippets, like one or two or three, you know, little shots of her, but yeah, she’s a handful, baby.