Elliott Yamin Biography

Elliott Yamin is an American singer born in Los Angeles, California. He is famously known for his hit single “Wait for You” and for placing third on the fifth season of American Idol. His self-titled album, released March 20, 2007, debuted at number one on the Billboard Independent Albums chart and at number three on the Billboard 200.

10 Quick Facts About Elliott Yamin

1. Name: Elliott Yamin
2. Age: 43 years
3. Birthday: July 20
4. Zodiac Sign: Cancer
5. Height: 5 feet 6 inches (170 cm)
6. Nationality: American
7. Occupation: Singer
8. Marital Status: Not Known
9. Salary: Under Review
10. Net worth: $6 million

In October 2007, the album was certified Gold in the United States. Retitled Wait for You, the album was released in Japan in May 2008 and certified gold in that country in September 2008. On May 5, 2009, he released his second album titled Fight for Love. The album’s first single, “Fight for Love”, premiered on AOL Music on February 13, 2009. Elliot later released his third album titled Gather ‘Round in Japan. The album was retitled in the United States as Let’s Get to What’s Real and released in 2012. Prior to the album release, a video for the single “Katy” was released in late October 2015. Elliot traveled to Japan to promote the album in early November.

Elliott Yamin Age

Elliott is 43 years old as of 2021, he was born Efraym Elliott Yamin on July 20, 1978, in Los Angeles, California, USA. He celebrates his birthday on July 20 every year and his birth sign is Cancer.

Elliott Yamin Height

Elliott stands at an average height of 5 feet 6 inches (170 cm).

Elliott Yamin Teeth

Elliott got persuaded to attend dental work because he felt it was long overdue for a dentist appointment and thought that having properly aligned teeth will allow him to express his emotion better. he wanted a nicer smile for he was teased for his crooked teeth.

Elliott Yamin Education

Elliott went to Tuckahoe Middle School in Richmond. He later joined Douglas S. Freeman High School. Elliot however dropped out of high school in his sophomore year. He later achieved a high school GED while working at Foot Locker (in their management program), a pharmacy, and as an on-air disc jockey for local R&B radio station WCDX/Power 92 FM, using the name E-Dub before auditioning for American Idol. Elliott discovered his vocal talent while singing karaoke in his late teens. Although he had not been trained musically, he sang in a local jazz band and in amateur performance forums emulating Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, and Donny Hathaway.

Elliott Yamin Family

Elliott was born in Los Angeles, California to Shaul Yamin and Claudette Goldberg Yamin. His father, Shaul, is an Israeli Jew of Jewish descent while his mother, Claudette, is a Jewish American of Ashkenazi descent and a former professional singer known for her “fiery spirit.” Claudette Goldberg is also known for receiving the “Golden Idol for Proudest Family Moment Award” from Ryan Seacrest during her son’s American Idol competition. When Elliott was 11 years old, his family relocated to Richmond, Virginia. At the age of 14, his parents got divorced and his father returned to Los Angeles. Elliott has an older half-sister on his mother’s side, Jodi Queen, and a younger brother, Scott Yamin. Scott is in pharmacy school at Campbell University in Buies Creek, North Carolina.

Elliott Yamin Health

Elliott has a history of an ear infection as a child and eardrum replacement surgery at 13 left with 90% hearing loss in his right ear. He was diagnosed with Type I diabetes at the age of 16 and wears an insulin pump to help him manage his diabetes.

Elliott Yamin Wife (Married)

Elliot has not gone public with his relationship, it is not publicly known whether he is married or in a relationship. His partner’s information will be updated as soon as the information is available

Elliott Yamin Net Worth

Elliott has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a singer. Through his various sources of income, Elliott has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Elliott Yamin Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Elliott.

Elliott Yamin Wiki

Full Names: Efraym Elliott Yamin
Popular As: Elliott
Gender: male
Occupation / Profession: Siger
Nationality: American
Race / Ethnicity: Israeli Jew of Iraqi Jewish descent
Religion: Not Known
Sexual Orientation: Straight

Elliott Yamin Birthday

Age / How Old?: 43 years old as of 2021.
Zodiac Sign: Cancer.
Date of Birth: July 20, 19
Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, USA.
Birthday: July 20

Elliott Yamin Body Measurements

Body Measurements: Not Available
Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 6 inches (170 cm).
Weight: Not Known
Eye Color: Hazel
Hair Color: Brown
Shoe Size: Not Available

Elliott Yamin Family and Relationship

Father (Dad): Shaul Yamin
Mother: Claudette Goldberg Yamin.
Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Jodi Queen and Scott Yamin.
Marital Status: Married
Wife/Spouse: Not Available.
Children: Sons (Not Known) Daughter(s) (Not Known)

Elliott Yamin Net Worth and Salary

Net Worth: $6 million dollars as of 2021.
Salary: Under Review
Source of Income: Singer

Elliott Yamin House and Cars

Place of living: US
Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Elliott Yamin American Idol

Elliott auditioned in Boston, Massachusetts, singing Leon Russell’s “A Song for You.” His audition was however not aired (it was later aired on October 24, 2009, as part of the American Idol Rewind – season 5 show). He performed the song again in front of the judges during Hollywood rounds, as well as Rascal Flatts’s “Bless the Broken Road”. Elliott was sent through by the judges and made it through to the finals of the competition. During one weekly rehearsal, guest coach Stevie Wonder told Elliott that he should definitely pursue a career in music. His performance of “A Song for You” ranked third on Entertainment Weekly’s countdown of the 16 best American Idol performances in the series history. On the May 10, 2006 results, Elliott was among the top three finalists. On May 17, 2006, Elliott was eliminated from American Idol, after the tightest race; each of the three top contestants received an almost exactly equal percentage of the viewer votes necessary for advancement to the remaining two spots.

Elliott Yamin Songs

2006 Moody’s Mood for Love
2007 Movin’ On
2007 Quiet Storm (feat. Elliot Yamin)
2007 Troubling Storm (feat. Elliot Yamin)
2007 Sudden Storm (feat. Elliot Yamin)
2008 Can You Feel the Love Tonight
2014 Shelter (feat. Joe Little, Al B. Sure!, Keith Washington, Elliott Yamin & Howard Hewitt)
2014 Shelter” (feat. Elliott Yamin) [Elliott Yamin Radio Edit]
2014 Take Me To The River” (Feat. Elliott Yamin, Euge Groove)
2014 Wildflower
2017 Obvi (feat. Elliott Yamin)
2017 OBVI (Ethnic Bass Remix) [feat. Elliott Yamin]
2017 “Victim of Love (feat. ARS, Stephen Rezza & Elliott Yamin)

Frequently Asked Questions About Elliott Yamin

Who is Elliott Yamin?

Elliott is an American singer born in Los Angeles, California. He is famously known for his hit single “Wait for You” and for placing third on the fifth season of American Idol. His self-titled album, released March 20, 2007, debuted at number one on the Billboard Independent Albums chart and at number three on the Billboard 200.

How old is Elliott Yamin?

Elliott is 43 years old as of 2021, he was born Efraym Elliott Yamin on July 20, 1978, in Los Angeles, California, USA. He celebrates his birthday on July 20 every year and his birth sign is Cancer.

How tall is Elliott Yamin?

Elliott stands at an average height of 5 feet 6 inches (170 cm).

Is Elliott Yamin married?

Elliot has not gone public with his relationship, it is not publicly known whether he is married or in a relationship. His partner’s information will be updated as soon as the information is available

How much is Elliott Yamin worth?

Elliott has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a singer.

How much does Elliott Yamin make?

Elliott has not shared any information concerning his annual income with the public. We will keep you updated soon.

Where does Elliott live?

Elliott is a resident of Richmond, Virginia, USA, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.

Is Elliott dead or alive?

Elliott is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Elliott now?

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