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What is Nicci Gilbert’s Net Worth?

Nicci Gilbert is an American R&B singer-songwriter and actress with an estimated net worth of $1 million. She gained fame as the lead vocalist of the 1990s female group Brownstone, known for hits like “If You Love Me,” “Grapevyne,” and “5 Miles to Empty.” Gilbert also pursued a solo music career and appeared on the reality show “R&B Divas: Atlanta” between 2012 and 2013.

Early Life and Education

Born Nichole Gilbert on July 8, 1970, in Detroit, Michigan, her musical journey was influenced by her mother Helene, a jazz singer. After finishing high school, Gilbert enrolled at Eastern Michigan University to study music and drama. Ultimately, she left after two years to follow her passion for music in Los Angeles.

Brownstone

In 1994, Gilbert formed the R&B group Brownstone in Los Angeles with Monica Doby and Charmayne Maxwell. They signed with Michael Jackson’s MJJ Music label and released their first single, “Pass the Lovin’.” In 1995, Brownstone debuted their album “From the Bottom Up,” which started at number 48 and peaked at number 29 on the Billboard 200. The album featured notable singles such as “If You Love Me,” “Grapevyne,” and a rendition of the Eagles’ “I Can’t Tell You Why.” Their biggest hit was “If You Love Me,” which climbed to number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 and number two on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, earning them a Grammy Award nomination for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.

Following the success of “From the Bottom Up,” Monica Doby departed from the group, making way for Kina Cosper. The revamped trio released “Still Climbing” in mid-1997, featuring singles like “5 Miles to Empty,” “Kiss and Tell,” and “In the Game of Love.” The album peaked at number 51 on the Billboard 200 and number 16 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Shortly after this release, Brownstone disbanded. Tragically, founding member Charmayne Maxwell passed away in early 2015 due to an accidental fall. In 2019, the remaining members reunited for a special performance at the Essence Music Festival and launched their first new single, “All I Want,” in 2022. They followed this with a cover of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” in 2023.

Solo Recording Career

Gilbert launched her solo recording career in 2002 with MCA Records. However, her anticipated debut album “Grown Folks Music” was put on hold indefinitely when the label closed in 2003. She eventually released the album independently in early 2005.

Acting Career

In the late 1990s, Gilbert ventured into acting, appearing in television series such as “Martin,” “Living Single,” and “Sister, Sister,” along with a role as Crayola in the romantic comedy “Woo.” She later transitioned to theater, starring in Tyler Perry’s 2004 play “Meet the Browns,” a continuation of his “Madea’s Class Reunion” film. In 2011, she directed and starred in the stage musical “Soul Kittens Cabaret,” showcasing a talented cast of female R&B singers.

Reality Television

In 2012, Gilbert participated in the TV One reality series “R&B Divas: Atlanta,” which followed the lives of singers in the city. She was featured alongside Monifah Carter, Syleena Johnson, Keke Wyatt, and Faith Evans during the first two seasons, with Angie Stone and LaTocha Scott joining in season two. Gilbert did not return for the show’s third and final season. She continued her reality TV presence as a cast member of “Divas and Cocktails” in 2013 and made an appearance on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” in 2014.

She Speaks Live

In 2019, Gilbert began co-hosting the talk show “She Speaks Live,” alongside Stacii Jae Johnson and Christine Beatty. The show covers a range of topics from pop culture to education and politics, featuring various celebrity guests.

Personal Life

Nicci Gilbert married Leonard Daniels in 2010, and together they have a daughter named Brandy.