Christina Perri Biography: Net Worth, Age, Parents, Songs, Husband, Height, Albums

Biography

Christina Judith Perri is a celebrated American singer-songwriter born August 19, 1986, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

She rose to fame in 2010 when her debut single “Jar of Hearts” went viral after appearing on So You Think You Can Dance, leading to a deal with Atlantic Records.

Her breakthrough hit “A Thousand Years,” featured on The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 soundtrack, became a global wedding anthem.

Perri has released four studio albums, including Lovestrong (2011) and Songs for Carmella: Lullabies & Sing-a-Longs (2019), inspired by her daughter. Known for her emotive voice and heartfelt lyrics, she continues to tour and create music.

American singer-songwriter
Christina Perri
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Christina Judith Perri
Stage Name:	Christina Perri
Born:	19 August 1986 (age 39 years old)
Place of Birth:	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Saint Ephrem Catholic School, Archbishop Ryan High School, University of the Arts (Philadelphia)
Height:	166 cm
Parents:	Dante Perri, Mary Perri
Siblings:	Nick Perri
Spouse:	Paul Costabile (m. 2017)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Chandler Parsons (2014-2015), John Michael Andersson (2010-2011), Steve Kazee (2012), Martin Johnson (2013)
Children:	Carmella Stanley Costabile, Pixie Rose Costabile
Occupation:	Singer • Songwriter
Net Worth:	$2 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Christina Judith Perri was born on August 19, 1986, in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia.

She grew up in a close-knit, financially modest family that emphasized their Italian heritage, often describing it as “very Italian.”

Her ethnicity is Italian American on her father’s side and Polish American on her mother’s side. Perri was raised in a religious household, regularly attending church, which aligns with her education in Catholic institutions, suggesting a Catholic upbringing.

Her parents, Dante Perri (of Italian origin) and Mary Perri (of Polish origin), both worked as hairdressers.

She has an older brother, Nick Perri, a musician and guitarist who played in bands like Shinedown and Silvertide, and who served as a major inspiration for her musical interests during childhood.

From a young age, Perri showed a passion for music; at age 6, she sang during a church communion, realizing her vocal talent, and at 8, she briefly took piano lessons but was expelled for creatively altering song endings.

She participated in musical theatre as a child and taught herself guitar at 16 by watching videos of Shannon Hoon from Blind Melon; later, after moving away from home, she also learned piano.

Regarding education, Perri attended Saint Ephrem Catholic School and graduated from Archbishop Ryan High School in 2004.

She received a scholarship to the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where she majored in communication for a year before dropping out to pursue a music career.

Career

Christina Perri launched her professional music career in 2008 after relocating to Los Angeles at age 21. Initially working as a production assistant and waitress, she independently recorded her debut single “Jar of Hearts” in 2009.

The song gained massive exposure in June 2010 when it was featured in a dance routine on So You Think You Can Dance, leading to over 100,000 iTunes downloads in a single month and peaking at No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100.

This viral moment secured her a record deal with Atlantic Records. Her debut album, lovestrong. (2011), debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and was certified Gold by the RIAA. The lead single “Jar of Hearts” achieved Platinum status in the U.S. and multi-Platinum internationally.

In 2011, Perri contributed “A Thousand Years” to The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 soundtrack. The song became a global phenomenon, peaking at No. 31 on the Hot 100, earning Diamond certification (10× Platinum) in the U.S., and becoming a staple at weddings worldwide. A Part 2 version was included on Breaking Dawn – Part 2 (2012).

Perri released her second studio album, Head or Heart (2014), featuring the single “Human“, which reached No. 31 on the Hot 100 and was used in promotional campaigns for The Vampire Diaries. She toured extensively, including opening for Jason Mraz and headlining her own international tours.

In 2019, she released songs for Carmella: lullabies & sing-a-longs, a heartfelt collection inspired by her daughter Carmella, born in 2018. The album marked a shift toward family-oriented music, featuring acoustic, soothing renditions of classics and originals.

Perri has continued to release singles, including “evergone” (2021) and “home” (2023), and maintains an active presence on streaming platforms. She has written for film and television, collaborated with artists like Ed Sheeran (on tour), and built a loyal fanbase through her emotionally resonant songwriting and powerful live performances.

Social Media

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• IMDb: Christina Perri
• YouTube: Christina Perri

Personal Life

Christina Perri is 39 years old, having been born on August 19, 1986.

She stands at 5 feet 5½ inches (166 cm) tall.

Perri was married to entertainment reporter and TV host Paul Costabile, whom she began dating in 2016.

They got engaged in June 2017 and married on December 12, 2017, in a small ceremony at New York City Hall.

This was her only marriage. However, on November 3, 2025, Perri filed for divorce from Costabile after seven years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences; the proceedings are ongoing.

The couple shares two daughters: Carmella Stanley Costabile, born in January 2018, and Pixie Rose Costabile, born in October 2022.

Perri has openly shared her experiences with pregnancy loss, including a miscarriage in January 2020 and a stillbirth in November 2020.

Prior to her relationship with Costabile, Perri‘s dating history included several short-term romances. She dated NBA player Chandler Parsons from 2014 to 2015.

Earlier, she was in a relationship with musician John Michael Andersson from December 2010 to November 2011; he collaborated with her on her debut album and appeared in her “Arms” music video.

She briefly dated actor Steve Kazee from July to October 2012, during which he featured on “A Thousand Years Part 2.”

In the first half of 2013, she dated Martin Johnson, the lead singer of Boys Like Girls.

All of these relationships ended amicably, and Perri has kept much of her personal life private beyond these publicized connections.

Net Worth

American singer-songwriter Christina Perri‘s net worth is estimated at $2 million.

This figure primarily stems from her music career, including album sales from releases like lovestrong (2011) and Head or Heart (2014), royalties from hits such as “A Thousand Years” (certified Diamond in the U.S.), and sync licensing for films and TV.

Additional income sources include international tours, merchandise sales, and YouTube earnings, projected between $1.62 million and $9.74 million over time. While some sources cite higher figures up to $4 million, the consensus from reliable outlets like Celebrity Net Worth remains at $2 million.

Discography

Studio Albums

1. lovestrong. (2011)
   • Debut album; peaked at No. 4 on Billboard 200; certified Gold (RIAA).  
   • Key tracks: “Jar of Hearts” (Platinum), “Arms”, “Distance”.
2. Head or Heart (2014)
   • Peaked at No. 4 on Billboard 200.  
   • Key tracks: “Human” (Platinum), “Burning Gold”, “I Don’t Wanna Break”.
3. songs for carmella: lullabies & sing-a-longs (2019)
   • Acoustic lullaby album dedicated to her daughter.  
   • Includes originals and covers like “You Are My Sunshine”, “Dream a Little Dream of Me”.
4. a lighter shade of blue (2022)
   • Reflective adult contemporary album.  
   • Key tracks: “evergone”, “home”, “mothers”.

Extended Plays (EPs)

• The Ocean Way Sessions (2010) – Acoustic pre-debut EP.  
• A Very Merry Perri Christmas (2012) – Holiday EP with covers like “Something About December”.

Notable Singles

• “Jar of Hearts” (2010) – 3× Platinum (U.S.).  
• “A Thousand Years” (2011) – Diamond (10× Platinum U.S.); featured in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1.  
• “A Thousand Years, Pt. 2” (feat. Steve Kazee) (2012) – Breaking Dawn – Part 2.  
• “Human” (2013) – Platinum (U.S.).  
• “evergone” (2021)  
• “home” (2023)  
• “tiny victories” (2024)

Film & TV Soundtracks / Contributions

• The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (2011): “A Thousand Years”
• The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2 (2012): “A Thousand Years, Pt. 2”
• Safe Haven (2013): “Distance” (with Jason Mraz)  
• Girls (HBO): “Be My Forever” (with Ed Sheeran)  
• The Vampire Diaries: “Human” (promo)  
• Grey’s Anatomy, Switched at Birth, So You Think You Can Dance: Various sync placements

Collaborations

• “Distance” (with Jason Mraz) – from lovestrong.  
• “Be My Forever” (with Ed Sheeran) – from Head or Heart  
• Toured with Ed Sheeran, Jason Mraz, and OneRepublic

Music Videos

• “Jar of Hearts” (2010)  
• “Arms” (2011)  
• “A Thousand Years” (2011)  
• “Human” (2014)  
• “The Words” (2014)  
• “evergone” (2021)

Tours

• Lovestrong Tour (2011–2012) – Headlining  
• Head or Heart Tour (2014) – Headlining  
• Opened for Ed Sheeran (2014), Jason Mraz (2011), OneRepublic (2014)

Other Releases

• Acoustic sessions and live recordings frequently shared on YouTube and streaming platforms.  
• Consistent independent singles and covers released via social media and Spotify.