Ricky Bell is an American singer, songwriter, and actor best known as one of the founding members of the iconic R&B/Pop group New Edition. Born on September 18th, 1967, Bell’s career in music began when the group was formed in 1983. Since then, the group has had a career spanning over 25 years. His career has faced many ups and downs through out his music journey. As of 2024 he has worked in several movies and TV shows. Most of her movie roles were during the 90s.
Ricky Bell Biography
| Name | Ricky Bell |
| Net Worth | $15 Million |
| Age | 55 years old |
| Annual Salary | $4 Million |
| Profession | Singer |
| Source of Income | Tracks, Brands |
| Gender | Male |
| Full Name | Ricardo Bell |
| Nickname | Ricky, Slick |
| Date Of Birth | 18 September, 1967 |
| Birth Place | Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts |
| Height | 5 feet 5 inch (165 cm) |
| Weight | 70 kg (154 lbs) |
| Father | Daniel Bell |
| Mother | Dorothy Mae Bell |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Amy Correa Bell |
In addition to his work with New Edition, Bell has also released solo albums, including “Ricky Bell” (1994) and “Between Moods” (2003).
TV Career
In addition to his singing career, Bell has also acted in various movies, TV shows, and stage plays. His acting credits include roles in films such as “Tales from the Hood” (1995), “Love & Basketball” (2000) and also “The Wood” (1999).
Bell’s interest in music began at an early age. He started singing in his church choir when he was five years old. When he was nine years old, he sang with his brothers and sisters in a local R&B band called Powerline. In 1980, at the age of 12, he auditioned for a major break and has not stopped since then.
He also appeared in television shows like “Empire” (2015-2017) and “Love That Girl!” (2010-2011). Bell made his Broadway debut back in 2016 in the musical “Shuffle Along, or, The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed”.
Unfortunately, Bell’s career has not been without its struggles. In 1992, he accidentally overdosed on cocaine and almost lost his life. Although the overdose story was kept a secret, he entered rehab and is now clean and happy. Today, he and his wife of nearly 15 years, Amy, are still celebrating their bond. Despite his struggles, Bell has continued to pursue his passion for music, and fans around the world continue to appreciate his talent.
Net Worth
The net worth of Ricky Bell is $15 Million as of 2024.
