Evvie Mckinney- Bio, Family, Husband, 7 Fascinating Facts

Evvie McKinney is an American gospel music sensation who until 2018 wasn’t in the limelight. However, she gained recognition following a successful outing at the debut season of The Four: Battle Stardom in 2018.  She captured the hearts of the judges’ P.Diddy, Dj Khaled, and Megan Trainor with her energetic and mesmerizing stage performance.

2021 is a year of immense blessing for the singer, after releasing her highly anticipated EP; This Is Evvie McKinney in March 2021. And welcoming her first child in July 2021.

She grew up in a family environment that cherishes music and, she is blessed with an amazing voice. Here is more about her family background, husband, and other interesting facts.

Biography of Evvie McKinney

Evvie McKinney was born on 27th June 1997 in Memphis, Tennessee, the United States of America by her parents Tony  McKinney and Maria Parker. She is currently 27 years old.

There aren’t many details regarding her educational background. But, available information shows that she had the earliest part of her education in her hometown for Memphis. She is a graduate of the Soulsville Charter School in Memphis.

Evvie McKinney’s Family

The singer’s family comes from an African-American ethnicity.  She was raised as the youngest child in a family of 7 children. Her siblings include; Gedeon L. McKinney, Anna Maria McKinney Wallace, Emmanuel McKinney, and Antonio McKinney.

In most circumstances, the environment one grew up in influences in a big way what that person becomes in the future. So, it is not surprising that the last of the McKinney’s took to music.

For she had a father who sings gospel and blues music. And her brother Geodeo McKinney was a prominent singer on the 5ht season of American Idol. So, she got her inspiration and singing talents from a family whose music flows in her veins.

Asides, the inspiration, she also shares a strong bond with every member of the family.

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Who Is Evvie McKinney’s Husband?

The Memphis gospel singer is married to Everett Anderson. The two walked down the aisle in what seems a private marriage on 17th July 2020. It is obvious that the two dated for some time before deciding to marry each other.

It all started with a relationship, and later on an engagement, and lastly the marriage.

Everett Anderson is an actor and photographer who has shown promise in acting. When he was 15 years olds, Everett and his brother started doing tiny bits of improve skits which further increased his desire to act. His family and acquaintances after seeing his acting talents urged him to chase it.

Some of his popular works include; The Stix (2018), Soul Man (2019), and Checklist (2019.

Fascinating Facts About Evvie McKinney

1. She Started Singing At 3

Having been born in a family with a thing for singing, Evvie didn’t wait for too long before joining the gang. She started to sing at the age of 3; possibly falling in love with singing before she could even start walking on all fours.

2. She Joined The Fox Series The Four At 20

Before she joined the Fox Series that she would eventually come to win, Evvie was already performing on a professional level across different genres.

She joined the series at the age of 20.

3. Though She Joined The Series Late, She Still Won The Grand finale

She joined the reality show late in the 6th Episode via the challenger series in the show’s first season. Despite that, she emerged victorious after betting Zhavia, Candice Boyd, and Vincint Cannady on 8th February 2018.

It became a life changer for her.

4. Her First Single Was Released During The Final Of The Four 2nd Season

6 months after winning the first season of The Four, Evvie released her first single titled, How Do You Feel. She chose no other avenue to release the single than through the platform she achieved fame. She released it on the grand finale of the 2nd season of The Four.

She gave a live performance before an audience on sets of The Four on 2nd August 2018. The song’s composer was Sean B. Combs, one of the Judges of The Four. He was a big fan of her.

5. Her Father Inspired Her Passion For Music

Her father is the reason why she is a singer today. She learned everything about gospel music from him. According to her, whenever she sings, it is for her father.

6. She Lost Her Father

Evvie’s father was instrumental in her rise as a gospel singer. However, he died some years ago before she achieved fame. She usually dedicates all of her performances to him.

7. She And Her Husband Welcome Their First Child In July 2021

A few days to mark their first wedding anniversary, Evvie and her husband welcome their first fruit; Isabella Marie Anderson. She was born on 5th July 2021.

At the time of her birth, she weighs 6 pounds and measured 19 inches.

8. She Is A Stepmom

Her husband has another daughter. Her name is Winter Anderson. That makes Evvie a stepmother.

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