Ryan Leslie Height, Weight, Age, Girlfriend, Family, Facts, Biography
Ryan Leslie Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 11 in |
Weight | 66 kg |
Date of Birth | September 25, 1978 |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Hair Color | Black |
Ryan Leslie is a singer-songwriter, rapper, record producer, composer from Washington D.C., United States. He is a Harvard University graduate who has also tried his luck in entrepreneurship. He started NextSelection Lifestyle Group and became the CEO and the founder of SuperPhone app which connects artists with their fans. He has released many studio albums such as “MZRT”, “Black Mozart”, “Les Is More”, “Transition”, etc.
Born Name
Anthony Ryan Leslie
Nick Name
Ryan Leslie

Sun Sign
Libra
Born Place
Washington D.C., United States
Residence
New York City, New York, United States
Nationality
Education
Ryan attended the Bear Creek High School in Stockton, California. While there, he scored the perfect SAT score of 1600 at the age of 14. He then studied at Harvard University and graduated at 19 with a degree in Government, focusing in Political Science and Macroeconomics.
He also joined the Krokodiloes, a cappella group while studying at Harvard. Ryan was selected as the Harvard Male Orator during the undergraduate Class Day ceremonies.
Occupation
Composer, musical arranger, record producer, rapper, record executive, singer, songwriter, visual artist
Family
- Father – Clement Leslie (Salvation Army Officer)
- Mother – Mooi Leslie (Salvation Army Officer)
- Siblings – Joy Leslie (Younger Sister)
Manager
Ryan is represented by the California-based Paradigm Talent Agency.
Genre
Hip hop, neo soul, pop, R&B
Instruments
Vocals, keyboards, sampler, synthesizer, drums, guitar, bass guitar, trumpet
Labels
Disruptive Multimedia, NextSelection Lifestyle Group, Casablanca Records, Sony RED, Universal Republic
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 11 in or 180.5 cm
Weight
66 kg or 145.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Ryan Leslie has dated –
Comb’s make-up artist. They dated from October 2002 to March 2007 and she appeared in his music videos too. Her single “Me & U” was written and produced by Leslie in 2005 which catapulted Cassie into stardom. However, things got awkward when Cassie was seen dating Diddy, after their break up, who is good friends with Leslie.

Race / Ethnicity
Black
Hair Color
Black
But, he has started showing the signs of gray in his hair indicating his advancing years.
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Wide smile
Brand Endorsements
Ryan has done endorsement work for the following brands –
- National Urban League (Vote) (2012)
- Adidas
Religion
Ryan grew up in a practicing Christian family but his present religious beliefs are unknown.
Best Known For
- His business venture ‘Disruptive Multimedia’ whose clients include 50 Cent and Talib Kweli. Additionally, he is known for launching the product SuperPhone, which is an app used by musicians to connect and engage with their fans directly.
- Receiving a Grammy nomination for his R&B album “Transition” in 2011.

First Album
In 2003, Ryan began working on his debut album Just Right of which he released two singles “The Way That U Move Girl” and “Used 2 Be” with Fabolous. However, the album never saw a release date due to the growing differences between him and the record label.
He released his debut self-titled album Ryan Leslie on February 10, 2009, in the United States.
First Film
Ryan made his theatrical film debut with the film Love + Hate which was released in the UK in May 2006. Subsequently, the film was released in the theaters in Italy and Norway in January 2007.
First TV Show
Ryan made his first TV show appearance on the talk show The Mo’Nique Show as a guest on December 9, 2009.
Personal Trainer
In 2007, Leslie enlisted the help of trainer Oscar Smith to flesh out a workout plan for him. Since then, he has been working out regularly every morning and has also changed his sleeping habits to incorporate fitness into his busy schedule.
Ryan Leslie Favorite Things
- Countries To Travel To – France, England
Source – GQ

Ryan Leslie Facts
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