Michael Shawn McCary’s total wealth amounts to
$35 Million

Michael Shawn McCary’s Background

Born on 16 December 1971 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA, Michael Sean McCary is a renowned singer chiefly noted for his role as the bass singer of the R&B group Boyz II Men. His contribution to the band has significantly contributed to his current net worth.

Michael’s net worth has been estimated at around $35 million as of mid-2016. The majority of his wealth has been amassed from his prosperous music career. Additionally, he has appeared in various films and made guest appearances on television shows, contributing to his financial success.

Michael McCary’s Earnings: $35 million

Recognized for his deep voice from a young age, Michael was given the nickname “Bass” by his family. He changed his surname to McCary due to his father’s criminal conviction. His musical journey began when he encountered future members of Boyz II Men singing in a public restroom, where he joined in with his distinguished bass tone, leading to an invitation to join the group.

McCary’s distinctive voice significantly contributed to Boyz II Men’s rise to fame. The group, initially a quartet, achieved widespread acclaim for their ballads and a cappella compositions, in which his bass tones were most prominent. They achieved international success and set numerous records, such as surpassing Elvis Presley’s record for song longevity in the Billboard Hot 100 top spot with their song “End of the Road.” The group continued to break their own records, releasing over 10 successful studio albums with chart-topping hits like “Motownphilly,” “It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday,” “On Bended Knee,” and “I’ll Make Love to You.” Boyz II Men earned four Grammy Awards and multiple other accolades. However, due to chronic back problems from scoliosis and personal issues, Michael chose to depart from Boyz II Men in 2003.

Subsequently, he ventured into acting, appearing in films such as “Mannsfield 12” and “Hoodlum,” among others. He also made guest appearances on television shows, expanding his career beyond music. Although there were expectations for him to reunite with Boyz II Men for their 20-year anniversary album, negotiations broke down, and his return was halted. The remaining members continued with their performances and released the album “Collide” in 2014.

Michael’s personal life remains private, with no publicly available information about his relationships, except for the fact that his step-brother is the singer Will Downing.



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Full NameMichael McCary
Net Worth$35 Million
Date Of BirthDecember 16, 1971
Place Of BirthPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
ProfessionSinger
EducationPhiladelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts
NationalityAmerican
ParentsRobert McCary Sr. , Omarnetta Thomas
SiblingsWill Downing, Robert McCary Jr.
IMDB
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Music GroupsBoyz II Men, Black Men United, Las Vegas, NV, United States
MoviesGrease: Live, Hoodlum, 1997 Nobel Peace Prize Concert
#Trademark
1His slow deep voice
#Fact
1Step-brother of Will Downing.
2Retired from Boyz II Men due to a lingering back injury.
3Retired from music group Boyz II Men in 2004, leaving the group a trio.

Soundtrack

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Todd’s Pop Song Reviews2015TV Series documentary writer – 1 episode
Dancing with the Stars2014TV Series writer – 1 episode
Live from Studio Five2009TV Series writer – 1 episode
American Idol2003TV Series writer – 1 episode
Top of the Pops1995TV Series writer – 1 episode

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacter
The Mannsfield 122007Herold
Beyond the Pretty Door2007ShortMr. Henry Callman
Hoodlum1997Osgood

Self

TitleYearStatusCharacter
The Big Dirty List Show: 50 Years of Sex and Music2013TV Movie documentaryHimself – Singer, Boyz II Men
Celebrity Poker Live2012TV SeriesHimself
Miami Beach Ocean Drive Music Festival2011TV MovieHimself
Biography2009TV Series documentaryHimself
Identity2007TV SeriesHimself – Stranger
TV in Black: The First Fifty Years2004Video documentaryHimself (as Mike McCary)
The 17th Annual Soul Train Music Awards2003TV SpecialHimself (as Boyz II Men)
Behind the Music2002TV Series documentaryHimself
100 Greatest Dance Songs of Rock & Roll2000TV Mini-Series documentaryHimself (as Boyz II Men)
Mariah #1’s1999VideoHimself (segment “One Sweet Day”) (as Boyz II Men)
Wheel of Fortune1999TV SeriesHimself
1998 Blockbuster Entertainment Awards1998TV SpecialHimself
How to Be a Player1997Himself
The 9th Annual Soul Train Music Awards1995TV SpecialHimself – Performer (as Boyz II Men)
Soul Train1991-1994TV Series documentaryHimself / Guest
New York Undercover1994TV SeriesHimself
MTV Video Music Awards 19941994TV SpecialHimself – Performer (as Boyz II Men)
The 1993 Billboard Music Awards1993TV SpecialHimself (uncredited)
The 7th Annual Soul Train Music Awards1993TV SpecialHimself – Performer
25th NAACP Image Awards1993TV SpecialHimself – Performer (as Boyz II Men)
MTV Video Music Awards 19921992TV SpecialHimself
The 6th Annual Soul Train Music Awards1992TV SpecialHimself – Presenter (as Boyz II Men)
1991 Billboard Music Awards1991TV SpecialHimself
Ebony/Jet Showcase1991TV SeriesHimself