Billy Crawford Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Songs, Career

Billy Joe Ledesma Crawford, known professionally as Billy Crawford, is a Filipino-American actor, singer, dancer, and television host.

Discovered as a child performer in the Philippines, he rose to international acclaim with his platinum-certified single Trackin’, and later cemented his legacy as a charismatic host on hit TV programs in the Philippines and France.

Crawford is also celebrated for winning Danse avec les stars in France in 2022, showcasing his enduring global appeal.

Profile

• Full Name: Billy Joe Ledesma Crawford
• Stage Name: Billy Crawford
• Born: 16 May, 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino‑American
• Occupation: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Television Host
• Height: 1.78 m
• Parents: Mayette Ledesma and Jack Crawford
• Siblings: 2
• Spouse: Coleen Garcia (m. 2018), Marie Courchinoux (m. 2006–2011)
• Children: Amari (born September 10, 2020)
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Billy Joe Ledesma Crawford was born on May 16, 1982, in Manila, to Filipina mother Mayette Ledesma and American father Jack Crawford. He has two half-brothers.

Raised in the Philippines, he attended Imus Unida Christian School and International Christian Academy before relocating to the United States at age 12.

In New York, he pursued arts education at institutions including Professional Performing Arts School and Professional Children’s School, and also completed a studio engineering course at New York University. His ethnicity is mixed Filipino‑American and his religious affiliation is not publicly known.

Career

Billy Crawford began his career as a child, performing at age 3 in Manila and soon becoming a regular on GMA Network’s That’s Entertainment under the name Billy Joe.

He received critical praise for his acting roles in the films Lost Command and Sandakot Na Bala and in the anthology series Lovingly Yours, Helen. At 12, he moved to the United States where he trained in performing arts and danced as a backup for Michael Jackson at the 1995 MTV Video Music Awards.

Billy Crawford released his self-titled debut album in 1999, followed by Ride (2001), which achieved platinum status in France and gold in Switzerland; the single “Trackin'” topped charts in Europe and sold over 500,000 units in France.

He sold an estimated two million records worldwide, earning NRJ Music Awards and establishing himself as one of the best-selling Filipino artists internationally.

In the Philippines, Crawford became renowned as a television host for programs including Pinoy Dream Academy, Pilipinas Got Talent, It’s Showtime, and Your Face Sounds Familiar.

In 2022, he gained international recognition by winning France’s Danse avec les stars. His most recent work includes appearances on Masked Singer Pilipinas and participation in international engagements, maintaining his influence across Asia and Europe.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @billycrawford
• Facebook Handle: Billy Crawford

Personal Life

Billy Crawford married Filipino-Spanish actress and host Coleen García on April 20, 2018. They welcomed their son Amari via water birth on September 10, 2020.

Crawford has been open about embracing sobriety, crediting his wife for emotional support. The couple announced their second child in April 2025.

He has also been formally married, to Marie Courchinoux, they married in 2006 and later separated in 2011, there is no publicly available information about them having any children.

Discography

• Billy Crawford (1999)
• Ride (2001) – Platinum in France
• Big City (2004)
• It’s Time (2008)

Single:

• “Trackin'” (2001)

Net Worth

Billy Crawford’s net worth is estimated at approximately $500,000, primarily derived from his successful career in music, television hosting, dance performances, and appearances on international programs.