Lisa Stansfield Biography: Age, Husbands, Parents, Siblings, Net Worth, Songs, Height

Lisa Jane Stansfield is an English singer, songwriter, and actress renowned for her powerful, soulful contralto voice and contributions to R&B, soul, and dance-pop music.

She first gained attention as a teenager winning talent contests before achieving international stardom in 1989 with her debut solo album Affection and the global hit “All Around the World.”

With sales exceeding 20 million records, multiple BRIT Awards, and a career spanning decades, she has also ventured into acting and collaborated with artists like Barry White and Coldcut. Stansfield remains celebrated for her authentic style and enduring appeal in the soul music genre.

Lisa Stansfield
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Lisa Jane Stansfield
Stage Name:	Lisa Stansfield
Born:	11 April 1966 (age 60 years old)
Place of Birth:	Manchester, United Kingdom
Nationality:	British
Height:	1.63 m
Parents:	Keith Stansfield, Marion Stansfield
Siblings:	Karen Stansfield, Suzanne Stansfield
Spouse:	Ian Devaney (m. 1998); Augusto Grassi (m. 1987–1987)
Relationship:	Married
Occupation:	Singer-songwriter, actress
Net Worth:	$15 million

Early Life and Education

Lisa Stansfield entered the world on 11 April 1966 in Manchester, England, to parents Keith and Marion Stansfield. She grew up as the middle of three daughters Karen and Suzanne, in Heywood and later Rochdale, listening to soul music influenced heavily by her mother’s record collection.

She attended Siddal Moor School and showed early talent by winning local singing competitions. She is of British ethnicity, and religion is not publicly detailed.

Career

Lisa Stansfield’s career began in her early teens when she won the Search for a Star contest in 1980, leading to her first single “Your Alibis” in 1981. She co-hosted the TV show Razzmatazz and formed the band Blue Zone with Ian Devaney and Andy Morris, achieving dance hits.

Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the Coldcut collaboration “People Hold On” and her solo debut Affection, featuring the No. 1 hit “All Around the World,” which sold millions worldwide. Subsequent albums like Real Love (1991) and So Natural (1993) maintained her success.

She expanded into acting with films like Swing (1999) and Northern Soul (2014), while continuing to release music, including Deeper (2018). Her soulful style, collaborations (e.g., with Barry White), and live performances have earned her lasting acclaim, multiple awards, and a dedicated international fanbase.

Stansfield has sold over 20 million records and remains active with tours and new projects.

In her later career, Lisa Stansfield has focused on selective releases and live performances, maintaining artistic integrity while exploring jazz and swing influences. Her legacy as a premier British soul voice continues to inspire, with enduring hits and a career marked by authenticity and resilience.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @lisajstansfield
• Facebook Handle: Lisa Stansfield
• Twitter/X Handle: @lisajstansfield
• YouTube Channel: Official Lisa Stansfield channel

Personal Life

Lisa Stansfield was briefly married to Italian designer Augusto Grassi in 1987; the marriage ended after four months. She has been married to musician and longtime collaborator Ian Devaney since 1998.

The couple has no children, and Stansfield has spoken candidly about her experiences with IVF and choosing to focus on her career and relationship.

Discography

• Affection (1989)
• Real Love (1991)
• So Natural (1993)
• Lisa Stansfield (1997)
• Face Up (2001)
• The Moment (2004)
• Seven (2014)
• Deeper (2018)

Net Worth

Lisa Stansfield has an estimated net worth of around $15 million, accumulated through decades of record sales exceeding 20 million albums, successful tours, acting roles, and songwriting.

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