Beau Black facts for kids

Beau Black, born on August 5, 1983, is an American musician, singer, and songwriter from New York City, New York. He is well-known for writing many songs for Disney's TV show The Lion Guard. In 2017, he was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for the song "Sisi Ni Sawa" from The Lion Guard. He also won a Daytime Emmy Award for another song from the show, "As You Move Forward."

Beau Black's Early Life and Music Career

Beau Black is the son of Jay Black, who was the lead singer of the famous music group Jay and the Americans. Beau released his first album of original songs, called Meant to Be, in 2008.

Working with Disney and Other Shows

Beau Black has worked on many popular TV shows, especially for Disney. He has written music and songs for shows like Miles from Tomorrowland, Penn Zero: Part Time Hero, and Mickey and the Roadster Racers. He also contributed to Firebuds, TrollsTopia, Jake and the Neverland Pirates, and The Rocketeer. In 2021, he joined the team as a composer and songwriter for the Disney Junior show Mickey Mouse Funhouse.

Awards and Nominations

Beau Black has been recognized for his amazing songwriting.

• In 2017, he was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for the song "Sisi Ni Sawa" from The Lion Guard.
• In 2020, he was nominated for another Daytime Emmy Award for "Outstanding Original Song" for "As You Move Forward," also from The Lion Guard. He later won this award.

Beau Black's Albums

Beau Black has released several studio albums:

• Perfect Day (released in 2014)
• Black & Bleu (released in 2013, with Bleu McAuley)
• Meant to be (released in 2008)

Beau Black's Television Work

Beau Black has worked on many animated TV shows, mainly as a songwriter or composer.

Beau Black's Family Life

In 2011, Beau Black married Alex Cartana, who is a singer, songwriter, and actress from Britain and Spain. They have one daughter, who was born in May 2021.