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Charlie Zaa- Bio, Wife, Kids, Net Worth, 7 Fast Facts You Didn’t Know

Tim Dajin by Tim Dajin
May 17, 2022
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Charlie Zaa is a Colombian pop musician who gained popularity because of his interpretation of bolero, bachata, and salsa. He is one of the prime entertainers in Latin pop culture with 10 albums and millions of copies sold.

Having spent almost 3 decades in the music scene, Zaa’s music has earned him a Billboard Latin Music Award, and many Latin Grammy Award nominations. His musical concerts have attracted massive crowds in not just Latin America alone, but also the United States of America.

He sang at a tender age imitating his father, Luis Humberto Sánchez. No wonder he has won the hearts of many with his fine performances.

Personal Profile

  • Full name: Carlos Alberto Sánchez
  • Date of birth:30 January 1974
  • Age: 51 years old
  • Parents: Luis Humberto Sánchez, Rosa Ramírez
  • Nationality: Colombian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse: Janeth Hoyos (m. 2001)
  • Children: 3 – Lauren Mia Sanchez, Aarón David Sánchez, Michelle Sánchez

Table of Contents

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  • Who Is Charlie Zaa?
  • Charlie Zaa’s Wife And Kids
  • Net Worth Of Charlie Zaa
  • Charlie Zaa’s Major Works/Albums
  • 7 Fast Facts You Didn’t Know About Charlie Zaa
    • 1. Zaa Developed A Kidney Problem 3 Years After His Marriage 
    • 2. His Oldest Daughter Survived The 2018 Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting
    • 3. Charlie Zaa’s First Studio Album Sold Over 3 Million Copies
    • 4. He Was Signed By 3 Different Music Labels In 25 Years
    • 5. Charlie Zaa Was Inspired By The Legendary Ecuadorian Singer Julio Jaramillo
    • 6. Body Measurements
    • 7. His Majors Awards And Nominations

Who Is Charlie Zaa?

Charlie Zaa
Charlie Zaa (Image Source)

Charlie Zaa was born Carlos Alberto Sanchez on 30th January 1974 in Girardot, Colombia. He was raised by his father Luis Humberto Sánchez, a singer and vocalist, and his mother, Rosa Ramírez. While growing up as a child, he pitched his tent with his father in singing, always wanting to copy him as he sings.

He learned the basics from his father and it didn’t take long before he performed. Eventually, it came when his father got sick, and he took his place to perform at a show. He used the chance and gave a rousing performance to the utmost admiration of fans who wondered at the confidence of the 12 years old boy.

His confidence was built from that day onwards, and he never looked back again. But in life, one must begin somewhere, so he started singing with orchestras Grupo Niche and Guayacan. Later on, he went solo after signing with Sony.

The artiste’s recruitment by Sony marked the official beginning of his musical career. The music company went on to release his debut album Sentimientos in 1996. It became the album alongside Un Segundo Sentimiento making him a Billboard Latin Music winner as the Artist of the Year in 1998.

His albums continued to top charts in Latin America and he received several other nominations, including a Latin Grammy Award nomination for De Un Solo Sentimiento in 2002.

Charlie Zaa’s Wife And Kids

Charlie Zaa
Charlie Zaa and Family (Instagram)

The Colombian Singer is a husband and a proud father of 3 kids; 2 girls and a boy. He shares the 3 amazing kids with his wife Janeth Hoyos. He married her in 2001.

However, before the solemnization of the wedding between them, the couple dated for some time. And decided it is time to take to the next level by marrying each other.

After the marriage, Janeth gave birth to their oldest child and first daughter; Lauren Mia Sanchez. It later followed with the birth of the second child, a son; Aaron David Sanchez. She had her third child and second daughter; Michelle Sanchez some years later.

The family of 5 is leaving together happily and supporting each other wherever and however, they can.

Net Worth Of Charlie Zaa

Charlie Zaa has an estimated net worth of $10 million. The singer made a fortune in his two and half decade musical career. He has released 10 albums with a lot of hits and organized concerts within Latin America and the US.

He has made money from these ventures and millions of records sold both in Latin America and the US. And it doesn’t seem like he is retiring soon, so, his net worth may go high if he keeps making wonderful music for the Latinos.

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Charlie Zaa’s Major Works/Albums

Some of his major works and albums include:

Works/Albums

  • Sentimientos (1996)
  • Un Segundo Sentimiento (1998)
  • Ciego de Amor (2000)
  • De Un Solo Sentimiento (2001)
  • Puro Sentimiento (2004)
  • De Bohemia (2009)
  • Mi Mejor Regalo (2015)
  • Celebración (2017)

 

Below are some facts about the Colombian singer.

7 Fast Facts You Didn’t Know About Charlie Zaa

Charlie Zaa (Instagram)

1. Zaa Developed A Kidney Problem 3 Years After His Marriage 

They diagnosed the Colombian star with a kidney problem 3 years after his marriage to Janeth Hoyos. It all began in 2004 when he was about to start a musical concert in Ponce, Puerto Rico, but couldn’t because of severe abdominal pain. He was rushed to a local hospital and later flown to Miami, Florida, where he had the diagnosis.

He returned to Colombia where his personnel carried out a surgery that solved the problem.

2. His Oldest Daughter Survived The 2018 Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting

The singer’s eldest daughter Lauren Mia Sanchez is among the Survivors of a violent shooting at the Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. The shooter later identified as Nikolas Cruz stormed the school on 14th February 2018, shooting and killing 17 students.

She revealed in an interview how her geography teacher Scott Beigel sacrificed his life to save her and others.

3. Charlie Zaa’s First Studio Album Sold Over 3 Million Copies

The Colombian pop star’s debut album Sentimientos sold over 3 million copies in Latin America And the US. The 10 track album released on 19th November 1996 by Sonolux contains 10 tracks. Some hits from the album include; Sentimentos: Un Disco Más/Niégalo Todo, Deseos: Rondando Tu Esquina/Nuestro Juramento, and Pasiones: Alma Negra/Que Dios Me Libre among others.

4. He Was Signed By 3 Different Music Labels In 25 Years

The singer has spent over 2 decades in his official music career. And these years he was privileged to have his music released by 3 different music labels and at different times. He was at Sonolux from 1996 to 2001. Ole Music signed him from 2002 to 2005, and currently, he is with Zaa Latino, which is owned by him.

5. Charlie Zaa Was Inspired By The Legendary Ecuadorian Singer Julio Jaramillo

Zaa sees the late Ecuadorian iconic singer Julio Jaramillo as his muse. That is the reason it inspired some of his songs. Julio Jaramillo’s music reigned in the mid-1950s and early 1960s.

6. Body Measurements

The singer stands at a height of 5feet 10 inches (1.77m) tall. His body weighs 74kg (163 lbs) which further complements his height.

7. His Majors Awards And Nominations

He has achieved a lot as a musician. Some of his awards and nominations include:

Awards and Nominations

  • Billboard Latin Music Awards: Artist of the Year (1998)
  • Latin Grammy Awards Nomination (2002)

 

Other Details

  • Net worth: $10 million
  • Source of Wealth: Music
  • Sexuality: Straight
  • Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78m)
  • Body Weight: 74kg
  • Social Media:YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram

 

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