J Balvin
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: José Álvaro Osorio Balvín
Date of Birth: May 7, 1985
Place of Birth: Medellín, Colombia
Height: 173 cm (5′8″)
Weight: 72 kg (159 lbs)
Religion: Christian
Nationality: Colombian
Ancestry: Colombian (Spanish roots)
Languages: Spanish, English
Marital Status: Engaged to Valentina Ferrer (2018–present)
Children: 1 — Río (b. 2021)
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Entrepreneur
Education: Studied international business at EAFIT University (did not graduate)
Net Worth: $35M+ (2025 estimate)
Businesses: Neon festival (Las Vegas), OYE wellness app, collaborations with Nike, Jordan, McDonald’s, Guess
Total Social Followers: 50M+ across platforms
Properties: Residences in Medellín and Miami
Notable Works: La Familia, Energia, Vibras, Colores, Jose
Current Residence: Medellín, Colombia & Miami, USA
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Born and raised in Medellín, Colombia, during a turbulent period in the city.
- Exposed to rock bands like Metallica and Nirvana before embracing reggaeton.
- Moved to the USA at 17 as an exchange student in Oklahoma, later settled in New York to pursue music.
- Returned to Medellín to refine his style and build his reggaeton career.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2009: Released debut album Real, gaining attention in Colombia.
- 2014: Breakthrough with single “6 AM” featuring Farruko.
- 2017: Global success with “Mi Gente” featuring Willy William and Beyoncé remix.
- 2018: Released Vibras, solidifying him as a reggaeton leader.
- 2020: Released Colores, a concept album praised for creativity.
- 2021: Released Jose with collaborations including Bad Bunny and Dua Lipa.
- 2024: Continues international touring and Latin Grammy success.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Multiple Latin Grammy Awards.
- Billboard Latin Music Awards Artist of the Year.
- Guinness World Record for most nominations in a single Latin Grammy year (13 in 2020).
- Named “Prince of Reggaeton” for mainstream global success.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Known as the “Prince of Reggaeton” and helped popularize Latin music globally.
- His fashion style is highly influential, collaborating with Nike, Jordan, and Guess.
- He has openly spoken about his struggles with depression and anxiety.
- Performed at the Super Bowl LIV halftime show with Jennifer Lopez and Shakira in 2020.
- “Mi Gente” became a global anthem, with Beyoncé remix proceeds donated to hurricane relief.
- First reggaeton artist to perform at Coachella (2019).
- Created OYE app for mental wellness and meditation in Spanish.
- He is a strong advocate for mental health awareness in the Latin community.
- Appeared in campaigns for luxury fashion brands like Louis Vuitton and Dior.
- His nickname “J Balvin” comes from shortening his surname and adding “J”.
- Collaborated with Justin Bieber on the “Sorry” (Latino Remix).
- He is one of the top-streamed Latin artists on Spotify with billions of plays.
- Featured in The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run soundtrack.
- He once considered being an architect before pursuing music full time.
- His Neon festival in Las Vegas celebrates Latin urban culture.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was J Balvin born and how old is he?
He was born on May 7, 1985; he is years old as of 2025.
What is J Balvin’s real name?
His real name is José Álvaro Osorio Balvín.
Is J Balvin married?
He is engaged to model Valentina Ferrer.
Does J Balvin have kids?
Yes, he has one son named Río (b. 2021).
What is his net worth?
His net worth is estimated at over $35M (2025).
What are his most famous songs?
“Mi Gente”, “Ay Vamos”, “Safari”, “Ginza”, “Blanco”.
What awards has J Balvin won?
Latin Grammys, Billboard Latin Awards, Guinness records.
Where does J Balvin live?
He lives between Medellín and Miami.
Is J Balvin still performing?
Yes, he continues to release music and tour internationally.