Who is Victoria Monet? Grammy Award-winning singer seen with Stormzy --[Reported by Umva mag]

VICTORA Monet is an American singer-songwriter whose career has gone from strength to strength since the release of her her breakthrough hit Jaguar in 2020. She was pictured kissing UK rapper Stormzy at London’s Heathrow Airport in October 2024 — here’s everything you need to know about her. Getty Victoria Monet performing at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada[/caption] Who is Victoria Monet? Victoria Monet was born on May 1, 1989, in Georgia, US. She was raised in Sacramento, California, where she discovered her passion for performing arts at a young age. Victoria started out singing in her church’s youth choir and participating in a city dance team, laying the foundations for her future career. Her professional journey began in 2008 when she moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams. read more on victoria monet PUCKER UP Stormzy spotted kissing US singer Victoria Monet after split with Maya Jama TAKING A CHANCE Ariana Grande slams Donald Trump in Monopoly music video Victoria’s big break came when she met producer Rodney Jerkins, who included her in a girl group called Purple Reign. Although the group’s deal with Motown fell through, this setback didn’t deter her. Instead she pivoted to songwriting, which became her primary source of income while she developed her solo career. Songwriting success Victoria’s songwriting prowess quickly gained recognition in the music industry. most read in showbiz SHE SAID YES Huge Brit comic reveals she secretly got MARRIED after battling health problem 'MASSIVE ROLE' 'Incredible' Brit Stranger Things star will play George in Beatles biopic WICKS' AGONY Heartbreaking real reason Pete Wicks QUITS SAS: WDW for the second time Close Call Lizzie Cundy avoids VERY awkward reunion with former royal pal at glam event She collaborated with a number of high-profile artists including T.I., B.o.B., Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Chloe x Halle, Chris Brown, and Brandy. However, her most significant songwriting partnership has been with Ariana Grande. Their collaboration began with Grande’s 2013 debut album Yours Truly and continued through subsequent albums, culminating in the massive hit Thank U, Next in 2018. After the 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting and Dallas Police shooting, Victoria also worked with Ariana to release Better Days. Emotions ran high as pair performed the song at the One Love Manchester concert, which was watched by millions. The song is a hopeful plea for a better world, and contains the lyrics: “I’m praying for the people right outside our window. Getty Images Victoria took to the stage during Ariana Grande’s One Love Manchester concert to perform Better Days in 2017[/caption] “Hoping they find peace at night, just like you and me.” Solo career and breakthrough While building her reputation as a songwriter, Monét simultaneously worked on her solo career. She released several EPs including Nightmares & Lullabies: Act 1 in 2014 and Life After Love, Pt. 1 & 2 in 2018. However, it was her 2020 EP Jaguar that marked a turning point, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative production and cohesive storytelling. AFP Victoria gained recognition as a songwriter before launching her solo career[/caption] Victoria’s career reached new heights with the release of her debut studio album Jaguar II in 2023. The album became her commercial breakthrough, supported by the hit single On My Mama, which peaked within the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100. Her success led to seven Grammy nominations at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in 2024. She took home three Grammys: Best New Artist, Best R&B Album and Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. Stormzy connection SplashNews Victoria was pictured kissing Stormzy[/caption] Personal life and motherhood In 2020, Victoria welcomed her daughter, Hazel. Hazel has already made history as the youngest Grammy nominee ever at just two, thanks to her laughter featured on her mum’s track Hollywood (2023). Motherhood has played a significant role in Monét’s artistic rebirth, giving her new purpose and determination t

Oct 12, 2024 - 11:17

Who is Victoria Monet? Grammy Award-winning singer seen with Stormzy --[Reported by Umva mag]

VICTORA Monet is an American singer-songwriter whose career has gone from strength to strength since the release of her her breakthrough hit Jaguar in 2020.

She was pictured kissing UK rapper Stormzy at London’s Heathrow Airport in October 2024 — here’s everything you need to know about her.

Victoria Monet performing at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada[/caption]

Who is Victoria Monet?

Victoria Monet was born on May 1, 1989, in Georgia, US.

She was raised in Sacramento, California, where she discovered her passion for performing arts at a young age.

Victoria started out singing in her church’s youth choir and participating in a city dance team, laying the foundations for her future career.

Her professional journey began in 2008 when she moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams.

Victoria’s big break came when she met producer Rodney Jerkins, who included her in a girl group called Purple Reign.

Although the group’s deal with Motown fell through, this setback didn’t deter her.

Instead she pivoted to songwriting, which became her primary source of income while she developed her solo career.

Songwriting success

Victoria’s songwriting prowess quickly gained recognition in the music industry.

She collaborated with a number of high-profile artists including T.I., B.o.B., Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Chloe x Halle, Chris Brown, and Brandy.

However, her most significant songwriting partnership has been with Ariana Grande.

Their collaboration began with Grande’s 2013 debut album Yours Truly and continued through subsequent albums, culminating in the massive hit Thank U, Next in 2018.

After the 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting and Dallas Police shooting, Victoria also worked with Ariana to release Better Days.

Emotions ran high as pair performed the song at the One Love Manchester concert, which was watched by millions.

The song is a hopeful plea for a better world, and contains the lyrics: “I’m praying for the people right outside our window.

Victoria took to the stage during Ariana Grande’s One Love Manchester concert to perform Better Days in 2017[/caption]

“Hoping they find peace at night, just like you and me.”

Solo career and breakthrough

While building her reputation as a songwriter, Monét simultaneously worked on her solo career.

She released several EPs including Nightmares & Lullabies: Act 1 in 2014 and Life After Love, Pt. 1 & 2 in 2018.

However, it was her 2020 EP Jaguar that marked a turning point, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative production and cohesive storytelling.

a woman in a red dress stands on a red carpet that says time 100 next

Victoria gained recognition as a songwriter before launching her solo career[/caption]

Victoria’s career reached new heights with the release of her debut studio album Jaguar II in 2023.

The album became her commercial breakthrough, supported by the hit single On My Mama, which peaked within the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100.

Her success led to seven Grammy nominations at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in 2024.

She took home three Grammys: Best New Artist, Best R&B Album and Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical.

Stormzy connection

a man in a hoodie kisses a woman in front of the sun newspaper

Victoria was pictured kissing Stormzy[/caption]

Personal life and motherhood

In 2020, Victoria welcomed her daughter, Hazel.

Hazel has already made history as the youngest Grammy nominee ever at just two, thanks to her laughter featured on her mum’s track Hollywood (2023).

Motherhood has played a significant role in Monét’s artistic rebirth, giving her new purpose and determination to elevate her career.

a man in a hoodie is standing next to a woman in a car with the sun newspaper behind them

They were seen sharing a smiling embrace next to a car[/caption]

In October 2024, Victoria was photographed with British rapper Stormzy at London’s Heathrow Airport.

The two were seen embracing and sharing a kiss, sparking speculation about a potential romantic connection.

Our exclusive pictures show Stormzy, 31, and Victoria, 35, on Thursday evening.

The 6ft 5in star grinned as he gave Victoria a hug before kissing her on the lips.

An onlooker said: “Both Stormzy and Victoria looked absolutely smitten with each other.

“They kissed and when he hugged her he picked her up in the air.

“It seems like he is in a great place after his split from Maya.

This encounter came just months after Stormzy’s highly publicised split from TV presenter Maya Jama.

In September 2024, Victoria also announced that she had split from her fitness instructor boyfriend John Gaines in late 2023, who whom she shares three-year-old daughter.

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