What Is Marques Houston’s Net Worth
Marques Houston, an American singer, songwriter, rapper, actor, and producer, has accumulated a net worth of $2.5 million. This valuation is based on his multifaceted career, encompassing music sales, acting roles, and film production ventures.
Early Career and Music Ventures
Marques Houston embarked on his musical journey as a founding member of the R&B group Immature in 1992. Known initially as “Batman” within the group, Houston contributed significantly to the band’s success. Immature later rebranded as IMx in 1999, releasing the albums “Introducing IMx” (1999) and “IMx” (2001). While specific sales figures for these albums are not publicly available, their release marked a significant phase in Houston’s early career.
In 2003, Houston transitioned to a solo career, releasing his debut album “MH.” This album reached #20 on the Billboard 200 chart and #5 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. While exact sales numbers from that time are not always released, chart performance is indicative of strong initial sales. His second album, “Naked” (2005), peaked at #13 on the Billboard 200 chart and #5 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album “Veteran” came out in 2007, “Mr. Houston” in 2009, “Famous” in 2012, and “Me” in 2022, contributing to his earnings through sales, streaming, and associated royalties. Details on streaming revenue per song depend on the platform, but these digital releases provide consistent income.
Acting Roles and Income
Houston’s acting career began in the 1992 comedy “Bebe’s Kids,” followed by an appearance in “House Party 3” in 1994. His breakthrough role came with the sitcom “Sister, Sister,” where he played Roger Evans from 1994 to 1999. His appearance in “You Got Served” (2004) and “Fat Albert” also broadened his visibility. He starred in the TV show “Cuts” from 2005 to 2006. While the specific income from each role is not public, recurring roles on TV shows and appearances in feature films have been a significant source of income for Houston. In 1995, Marques won a Young Artist Award for Best Youth Comedian in a TV Show for his role in “Sister, Sister.”
Film Production and Entrepreneurial Ventures
Houston partnered with Chris Stokes in 2010 to venture into film production. As CEO of Footage Films, alongside Young Rome and J-Boog, Houston has executive produced and written various films. His first full writing and producer credit came with 2015’s “Will to Love.” He also produced films such as “Running Out of Time” and “‘Til Death Do Us Part,” and he produced, wrote, and starred in the thriller “The Stepmother.” The financial success of these films varies. However, ownership and production credits allow for potential revenue streams beyond salary.
Personal Life and Other Ventures
Marques Houston became a Jehovah’s Witness in 2016. Additionally, Houston’s close friendship with singer Omarion led to touring opportunities, including participation in four “Scream” tours with B2K, Nick Cannon, Omarion, Bow Wow, and Pretty Ricky. Revenue from these tours would depend on his contract and share of the overall earnings.