Gloria Gaynor is an American singer, songwriter, and actress best known for the disco classic “I Will Survive,” released in 1978.
Gloria Gaynor Biography
| Real Name | Gloria Fowles |
| Nickname | Gloria Gaynor |
| Profession | Singer, songwriter, and actress |
| Date of Birth | 7 September 1943 |
| Age | 82 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Newark, New Jersey, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Newark, New Jersey, USA |
| Gender | Female |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Religion | Christian |
| Hobbies | Update soon |
| Social Media | Instagram YouTube |
Education Qualification
| School | South Side High School |
| College | Not known |
| Education Qualification | Graduated in 1961 |
Gloria Gaynor Age
Gloria Gaynor was born on 7 September 1943 in Newark, New Jersey, United States. She is 82 years old as of 2025, and her zodiac sign is Virgo.
Gloria Gaynor Husband
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | Not known |
| Spouse/Husband | Linwood Simon (m. 1979, div. 2005) |
| Children | Not known |
Gloria Gaynor Family
| Father’s Name | Daniel Fowles |
| Mother’s Name | Queenie May Proctor |
| Brother’s Name | Arthur Gaynor |
| Sister’s Name | Irma Proctor |
Career
| Debut | Debut album – 1975: Never Can Say Goodbye. Film – 1979: Pinay, American Style TV – 1979: The Second City Comedy Show |
| Awards | 2005 – Dance Music Hall of Fame |
Gloria Gaynor Album/Songs
- 1975 – Never Can Say Goodbye
- 1976 – I’ve Got You
- 1978 – Love Tracks
- 1980 – Stories
- 1982 – Gloria Gaynor
- 1984 – I Am Gloria Gaynor
- 1986 – The Power of Gloria Gaynor
- 1990 – Gloria Gaynor ’90
- 1992 – Love Affairs
- 1994 – I’ll Be There
- 1997 – The Answer
- 2003 – I Wish You Love
- 2007 – Christmas Presence
- 2013 – I Will Survive
- 2019 – Testimony
- 2025 – Happy Tears
Gloria Gaynor Movies And TV Shows
Gloria Gaynor Movies
- 1979 – Pinay, American Style
- 2006 – Gray Matters
- 2022 – The Thursday Night Club
Gloria Gaynor Television
- 1979 – The Second City Comedy Show
- 1979 – Sha Na NA
- 1997 – The Wayans Bros
- 1999 – That 70’s Show
- 2000 – Ally McBeal
- 2022 – The Masked Singer
- 2024 – Masked Singer France (season 6)
Gloria Gaynor Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 165 cm In meters – 1.65m In feet & inches – 5’5” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 56 kg In pounds – 123 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Dark Brown |
Gloria Gaynor Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $22 million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $2 million + |
| Salary (approx) | $200,000 + |
| Income Source | Singing, acting, record sales, endorsement, touring, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Gloria Gaynor
- Gloria Gaynor was born and raised as “Gloria Fowles” in Newark, New Jersey, to Queenie and Daniel.
- Her parents, Queenie and Daniel, were also singers and musicians.
- While growing up, she loved listening to the radio and also enjoyed records by various artists.
- She went to South Side High School as a teen and graduated in 1961.
- She began her professional recording career when she signed to Columbia Records in the early 70s.
- Gloria’s albums in the 21st century include “I Wish You Love” and “Testimony.”
- She was gaining a new wind in the late 90s, when she began acting in guest roles on a variety of TV Shows.
- For the song “Can’t Stop Writing Songs About You,” she collaborated with singer Kyle Minogue in 2021.
- In 1979, Gaynor wed her husband Linwood Simon, who was also her manager, and the couple divorced in 2005.
- In January 2021, she paid $1.1 million for a plot of land in Englewood Cliffs.
- Her first Hit “Never Can Say Goodbye” made her an overnight disco star.
- Gloria Gaynor has appeared on the Wendy Williams show.
FAQ:
How old is Gloria Gaynor?
82 years (as of 2025)
Who was Gloria Gaynor’s first husband?
Linwood Simon form 1979 to 2005.
What is Gloria Gaynor’s net worth?
As of 2025, Gloria Gaynor has a net worth of $22 million.