Randy Jackson may be best known for his 12-year stint as a judge on American Idol, but he is also a star on Name That Tune.
Born on June 23, 1956, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Jackson attended the Southern University, where he studied music.
Before making his mark on American Idol, Jackson was a music industry veteran, performing as a bassist with numerous music legends such as Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, the band Journey, and Aretha Franklin.
Jackson is also an executive producer for the competitive dance reality TV show America’s Best Dance Crew.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Jackson’s net worth is estimated to be around $50 million, with his salary from American Idol being about $10 million per season. A large portion of his wealth was accumulated due to his time on American Idol, as well as his work with MTV and other musical artists.
Throughout his personal life, Jackson has been married twice. His first marriage to Elizabeth Jackson ended in 1990, and they share a daughter, Taylor, born in 1989.
In 1995, Jackson married Erika Riker, with whom he had two children, Zoe and Jordan, before their divorce was finalized in 2019.
Despite his personal struggles, Jackson continues to make waves in the music and television industry, proving that he is a force to be reckoned with.
