He’s a 10-time Grammy winner best known for his song, “All of Me,” and even he won a Golden Globe and Oscar for his work in film. John Legend is one of the most talented artists in the industry right now and his success is only getting bigger! Legend is well known for his songwriting credits and work as a duet artist. He’s collaborated with huge artists like Jay-Z, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Britney Spears and Meghan Trainor. He’s even crossed over into film with producing credits on the show Underground and the film, Southside with You. Legend is married to model Chrissy Teigen, and the two are parents to their daughter, Luna. His 39th birthday is coming up just before the New Year, so here’s a list of 10 things you probably didn’t know about John Legend!
10. Background
Like many other celebrities, John Legend uses a stage name. His real name is John Roger Stephens and he was born on December 28, 1978, in Springfield, Ohio. Legend has three siblings who he grew up with and both of his parents, Phyllis, who was a seamstress, and Ronald, a factory worker. Unlike other kids, he was homeschooled by his mother as a child and considered a ‘child prodigy’ because he displayed so much musical talent at such a young age. He did attend high school and was quite popular — he was the student body president and prom king.