Meleasa Houghton Biography
Meleasa Houghton is an American gospel singer. She is best known for being the ex-wife of award-winning singer-songwriter Israel Houghton.
Meleasa Houghton Career
Meleasa joined her then-husband Israel’s band, Israel and New Breed, since she was already a singer when they first got married. The group has released several albums, including Real (2002), A Timeless Christmas (2009), Live From Another Level (2004), Live a Deeper Level (2007), and New Season Life (2011). Leading vocalist Meleasa’s skill was a major factor in the band’s hit songs, including “Rez Power,” “Chasing Me Down,” “Jesus at the Center,” “Our Presence is Heaven,” and “Alpha and Omega.” Israel and New Breed have won and been nominated for multiple awards, including two Grammy nominations and the 2015 GMA Dove Award for Traditional Gospel Record Song of the Year, thanks to her exceptional abilities and voice.
Meleasa Houghton Age
Houghton was born on March 1, 1964, in the United States. She is 69 years old as of 2023 and she celebrates her birthday on the 1st of March every year.
Meleasa Houghton Height and Weight
Houghton stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68m) and she weighs 53kg.
Meleasa Houghton Family
Houghton is the daughter of Gilbert H. Duncan III and Leticia E. She grew up alongside her three siblings, two brothers, Gilbert H. Duncan and Terrence E Duncan, and her sister, Ruby H Duncan.
Meleasa Houghton Husband and Children
During one of his missions in Pittsburgh, Houghton got to know Israel Houghton, a singer, songwriter, producer, and worship leader in contemporary Christian music. In 1994, they courted for four months before getting married. Before their divorce was finalized in 2016, their marriage lasted for 22 years. The contentious nature of their divorce stemmed from her ex-husband’s adulterous actions. Award-winning gospel musician Israel faced harsh criticism from Christians for his actions after discovering his infidelity.
Meleasa had three children during her 22-year marriage to Israel: a boy named Sonny (son) and two girls, Mariah and Milan, also known as Lillie. It’s clear that talent runs in the family based on her posts on Instagram, the only social media site she uses regularly. Like their parents, Lillie, her daughter, and Sonny, her son, are talented musicians. Meleasa and Israel claim to be good friends who are now focused on healthy co-parenting.
Meleasa Houghton Salary
Houghton earns an annual salary of about $100,000-$500,000.
Meleasa Houghton Net Worth
Houghton has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which she has earned through her career as a gospel singer. Israel and her ex-husband, Meleasa also shared a house worth $797,000.
Meleasa Houghton Songs
- To Worship You I Live (2005)
- Alpha And Omega (2005)
- Jesus At the Center (2012)
- Tu Presencia es el Cielo (2013)
- Our God Reigns (2015)
- Your Presence Is Heaven (2015)
- Jesus The Same (2012)
- In Jesus Name (2015)
- Risen (2015)
- Hosanna (2010)
- Campfire Coritos (2022)
- It’s Not Over (2021)
- How Awesome Is Our God (2015)
- Rez Power (2012)
- Te Amo (2013)
- Thank You Lord (2015)
- Cover The Earth (2003)
- I Call You Jesus (2012)
- You Are Good (2005)
- No Turning Back (2012)
- Coritos Medley (2021)
- More Than Enough (2012)
- Overflow (2012)
- Sweeter (2003)
- More And More (2012)
- My Strength (2015)
- One Thing Remains (2015)
- Medley: Hosanna / Moving Forward / Where Else Can I Go (2012)
- I Lift Up My Hands (2001)
- Blessing & Honor (2022)
- Wrong About You (2022)
- All Around (2004)
Meleasa Houghton Social Media Platform
Houghton is very active on her Instagram and Facebook pages. She has 14.4k followers on Instagram and 1k followers on Facebook.