Shawn Mendes
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Shawn Peter Raul Mendes
Date of Birth: August 8, 1998
Place of Birth: Pickering, Ontario, Canada
Height: 187 cm (6′2″)
Weight: ~83 kg (183 lbs)
Religion: Christian (upbringing)
Nationality: Canadian
Ancestry: Portuguese father; English mother
Languages: English; some Portuguese/Spanish
Marital Status: Private (dating status not publicly emphasized in 2025)
Children: None
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter
Education: Pine Ridge Secondary School (Ontario)
Net Worth: $40M–$60M (public estimates)
Total Social Followers: IG 70M+ (combined)
Businesses: Music catalog, tours, endorsements
Current Residence: Los Angeles & Toronto
Number of Houses: Private
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Pickering, Ontario; started posting covers online in early teens.
- Grew a fanbase on Vine and YouTube before signing a record deal.
- Balanced school with early touring commitments.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2014: Breakout single ‘Life of the Party’.
- 2015: Debut album ‘Handwritten’ hits No.1.
- 2016–2018: Albums ‘Illuminate’ and ‘Shawn Mendes’ bring global tours.
- 2019–2020: Collaborations and hit singles; high-profile performances.
- 2020–2022: Album ‘Wonder’; documentary and arena tours.
- 2023–2025: New music phases, selective performances and projects.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- American Music Awards and MTV awards across multiple years.
- JUNO Awards in Canada for Artist of the Year and more.
- Grammy nominations for major categories.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Built an early audience through 6-second Vine covers.
- Plays guitar and piano; often writes his own songs.
- Canadian-Portuguese heritage influences some musical choices.
- Collaborated with Camila Cabello on multiple hits.
- Has performed at major award shows and global events.
- Active in mental health advocacy and wellness discussions.
- Known for soulful ballads and pop anthems.
- Participated in high-profile fashion campaigns.
- Headlined multiple world tours before age 25.
- Uses journaling and meditation for creativity.
- Supports environmental causes and sustainability.
- Has released live albums and documentaries.
- Often shares acoustic versions of tracks with fans.
- Fanbase known as ‘Mendes Army’.
- Has written songs from personal experiences.
- Explores classic rock inspirations alongside pop.
- Enjoys photography and travel between tours.
- Has multiple multi-platinum singles.
- Works closely with vocal coaches for tour endurance.
- Experiments with minimalist production aesthetics.
- Appeared in high-profile magazine covers worldwide.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shawn Mendes born?
August 8, 1998.
How tall is he?
187 cm (6′2″).
Where is he from?
Pickering, Ontario, Canada.
What is his net worth?
$40M–$60M (public estimates).
Does he play instruments?
Yes, guitar and piano.
Is he dating anyone in 2025?
Private; not publicly emphasized.
What are his hit albums?
Handwritten, Illuminate, Shawn Mendes, Wonder.
Has he won awards?
Yes, multiple AMAs, JUNOs, and others.
Does he tour?
Yes, arena and world tours.
What genres does he perform?
Pop with folk and rock influences.
Does he write his own songs?
Often, yes.
Is he active on social media?
Yes, very.
Any documentaries?
Yes, behind-the-scenes and tour films.
Where does he live?
Los Angeles and Toronto.
Is he active in 2025?
Yes, working on music and projects.