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What is Michael McCary’s Net Worth?
Michael McCary, an American vocalist, boasts a net worth of $10 million. He is renowned for his profound bass vocals as a former member of the acclaimed rhythm & blues group Boyz II Men. The group gained immense popularity in the 1990s, but health complications, which he concealed from his fellow band members, led to his exit from the music scene. This, compounded by unresolved conflicts, resulted in a 21-year estrangement from his former colleagues.
Early Years
Born Michael Sean McCary on December 16, 1971, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he is the son of Robert McCary Sr. and Omarnetta Thomas.
Boys II Men
Boyz II Men, initially known as Unique Attraction, was established in 1985 by students from the Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts. The original lineup included classmates Michael Grimaldi, Nathan Morris, Marc Nelson, George Baldi, Jon Shoats, and Marguerite Walker. Following high school graduation, Baldi, Shoats, and Walker departed, while Nathan Morris ultimately formed a quartet with tenors Wanya Morris and Shawn Stockman, alongside bass vocalist Michael McCary. Inspired by the boy band New Edition, they adopted the name Boyz II Men based on one of their songs.
Their debut album, “Cooleyhighharmony,” was launched on April 30, 1991, under Motown Records. Subsequent albums included “Christmas Interpretations” in 1993 and “II” in 1994. On September 23, 1997, “Evolution” was released, followed by “Nathan Michael Shawn Wanya” in 2000, and their final album as a quartet, “Full Circle,” on June 11, 2002.
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Boyz II Men gained worldwide acclaim not only for their heartfelt ballads but also for their lively dance tracks. Their debut single “Motownphilly,” released in 1991, soared to the top five of the Billboard Hot 100. Their 1992 hit “End of the Road” achieved chart-topping status, holding the number one position for an unprecedented thirteen weeks. The group subsequently broke their own record with the single “I’ll Make Love to You,” which lingered at the top for fourteen weeks, and again with “One Sweet Day,” which maintained its position for sixteen weeks.
In 1992, Boyz II Men received five nominations for the American Music Awards, winning the title of Favorite Soul/R&B New Artist. The following year, they garnered two nominations, winning both Favorite Pop/Rock Song for “End of the Road” and Favorite Soul/R&B Band.
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In 1995, they won three out of four American Music Awards nominations: Favorite Soul/R&B Band, Favorite Soul/R&B Single, and Favorite Pop/Rock Song for “I’ll Make Love To You.” The following year, they were nominated for five American Music Awards and received accolades for Favorite Soul/R&B Album and Favorite Pop/Rock Album for “II,” along with the Favorite Pop/Rock Band award that year and the next.
Boyz II Men additionally claimed three awards out of eight Billboard Music Award nominations: Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Hot 100 Song for “End of the Road,” and Billboard Music Special Hot 100 for “One Sweet Day.”
They also achieved four wins from fifteen Grammy Award nominations: Best R&B Performance by a Duo for “Cooleyhighharmony” in 1992 and “End of the Road” in 1993, along with Best R&B Performance By a Duo for “I’ll Make Love to You” and Best R&B Album for “II” in 1995.
Of their nine nominations for the Soul Train Music Awards, they secured seven wins, including Entertainer of the Year and Best R&B Music Video. Although they were nominated four times for MTV Video Music Awards, they did not win any.
Michael McCary departed from Boyz II Men in 2003 after suffering from severe back pain. During this time, he kept his multiple sclerosis diagnosis private from his bandmates, leading to public speculation about a breakdown in the group due to McCary’s perceived lack of motivation. Following his exit, Boyz II Men continued as a trio, and he felt deeply betrayed by his former bandmates, resulting in a complete cessation of contact.
In 2016, McCary openly revealed his long-term struggle with a medical condition. On August 30, 2024, he made a surprise appearance with Boyz II Men on stage in Las Vegas, marking their first reunion in 21 years and suggesting the possibility of future collaborations.
Personal Life
Michael McCary was married for fourteen years, but he and his spouse divorced in 2009 after having three children together. He openly expressed regret for not attempting to maintain contact with his children post-divorce.
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