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Quick facts for kids Halle Bailey
Bailey in 2023
Born	Halle Lynn Bailey (2000-03-27) March 27, 2000 (age 25) Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Occupation	Singer songwriter actress
Years active	2006–present
Relatives	Chloe Bailey (sister) Charlamagne tha God (cousin)
Musical career
Origin	Mableton, Georgia, U.S.
Genres	R&B neo soul alternative R&B
Instruments	Vocals guitar
Labels	Parkwood Columbia

Halle Lynn Bailey (pronounced HAL-ee; born March 27, 2000), known simply as Halle, is a talented American singer, songwriter, and actress. She first became famous as part of the music duo Chloe x Halle with her older sister, Chloe Bailey. Together, they released successful albums like The Kids Are Alright (2018) and Ungodly Hour (2020), earning five Grammy Award nominations.

In 2023, Halle released her first solo song, "Angel", which was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. Her first solo album, Love?... or Something Like It, came out on October 24, 2025.

As an actress, Halle starred in the TV show Grown-ish from 2018 to 2022. In 2023, she took on her first main movie role as Ariel in Disney's live-action musical film The Little Mermaid. She also had a supporting role in the musical film The Color Purple that same year.

Early Life and Musical Beginnings

Halle Lynn Bailey was born on March 27, 2000, in Atlanta, Georgia. She grew up in Mableton, Georgia, with her older sisters, Ski and Chloe Bailey, and her younger brother, Branson. In mid-2012, her family moved to Los Angeles.

When they were children, Halle and Chloe started writing their own songs. They learned to play instruments by watching helpful videos on YouTube. Their father, Doug Bailey, who also helped manage their careers, taught them how to write songs from a young age.

Halle Bailey's Amazing Career Journey

Starting Out: From YouTube to a Record Deal (2006–2016)

Halle began acting at just three years old. While living in Georgia, she had small roles in movies like Joyful Noise (2012) and the Disney TV movie Let It Shine (2012).

Halle and Chloe started a YouTube channel when they were 11 and 13 years old. They posted cover songs, and their video covering Beyoncé's "Pretty Hurts" became very popular. They soon began performing as Chloe x Halle, sharing their music with the world. In April 2012, they made their first TV appearance on The Ellen Show. The sisters also won Season 5 of Radio Disney's The Next Big Thing in 2013 and appeared in the Disney series Austin & Ally.

In 2015, the sisters were in talks to sign with Parkwood Entertainment, a company founded by superstar Beyoncé. They officially signed in 2016. Many people, including NPR, saw them as Beyoncé's "first true musical successors." In April 2016, Chloe and Halle appeared alongside Beyoncé in her visual album Lemonade.

Rising Stars: Chloe x Halle's Success (2016–2018)

Halle (left) with her sister Chloe in 2018

Chloe x Halle released their first professional music collection, an EP called Sugar Symphony, on April 29, 2016. They also had the amazing opportunity to open for Beyoncé's Formation World Tour in Europe during the summer of 2016.

In March 2017, they released a mixtape called The Two of Us on YouTube, which was recognized by Rolling Stone magazine. Later that year, they released "Grown," the theme song for the TV series Grown-ish. Halle played Skylar "Sky" Forster in the show, first as a recurring character and then as a main cast member. She left the series after her character graduated in the fourth season.

Their debut studio album, The Kids Are Alright, was released on March 23, 2018, and received great reviews. One of their songs, "Warrior," was featured in the movie A Wrinkle in Time. In May 2018, Chloe x Halle were the opening act for Beyoncé and Jay-Z's On the Run II Tour in the U.S. They were nominated for two Grammy Awards in December 2018, including Best New Artist.

In February 2019, Chloe x Halle performed "America the Beautiful" at the Super Bowl LIII, earning praise from Beyoncé and many news outlets. They also honored musician Donny Hathaway at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.

On June 12, 2020, the duo released their second album, Ungodly Hour, which was also highly praised. The album reached number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart. Their song "Do It" became their first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. They later released a special "Chrome Edition" of the album in February 2021 with new songs.

Chloe x Halle performed the American national anthem for the 2020 NFL season kickoff game in September 2020. They also hosted the Glamour Women of the Year Awards in October 2020. In November 2020, they received several nominations at the 2020 Soul Train Music Awards and later at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. Beyoncé presented them with the Rising Star Award at the 2020 Billboard Women in Music ceremony.

Halle's Solo Journey and Big Movie Roles (2019–Present)

Bailey at a book reading of Hair Love during the April 2023 Easter egg roll at the White House

In July 2019, Disney announced that Halle Bailey would play Ariel in the live-action movie The Little Mermaid. This was a remake of the classic 1989 animated film. There were some discussions about her casting, but director Rob Marshall praised Halle, saying she had the perfect "spirit, heart, youth, innocence, and substance—plus a glorious singing voice" for the role. He even said her singing brought him to tears. Disney also supported their choice, stating that Ariel is a mermaid and can be played by anyone.

The Little Mermaid was released in May 2023. Critics praised Halle's performance, and she received nominations for awards like the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture. She also recorded and performed the songs for the film's soundtrack.

Halle made her solo singing debut on October 1, 2021, performing "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" for a TV special celebrating Disney World's 50th Anniversary.

In 2023, Halle also starred in the musical film The Color Purple, based on the stage musical. The film was produced by famous names like Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey. As part of the cast, Halle won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture. She played young Nettie and sang four songs on the soundtrack, including "Keep It Movin'", which won a Black Reel Award for Outstanding Original Song.

Halle released her first solo song, "Angel", on August 4, 2023. This song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. On March 15, 2024, she released her second solo single, "In Your Hands". Her third single, "Because I Love You," which she co-wrote with British singer RAYE, came out on August 30, 2024. Halle's debut solo studio album, Love?... or Something Like It, was released on October 24, 2025.

Halle's Musical Style and Influences

Halle Bailey's musical style is inspired by jazz music. She has mentioned listening to legendary singer Billie Holiday from a young age and considers her a major influence on her singing. Besides her powerful vocals, Halle also plays the guitar.

Music and Performances

Studio Albums

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Awards and Nominations

See also

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