Samantha Tamanya Anne Cecelia Mumba has an estimated net worth of $5 Million
A Brief Overview of Samantha Tamanya Anne Cecelia Mumba
Samantha Tamania Anne Cecilia Mumba, born on January 18, 1983, is a well-known Irish singer and actress. Her claim to fame was the release of her song “Gotta Tell You” in 2000. Mumba also gained recognition for her role in the movie “The Time Machine”.
As of mid-2017, reliable sources suggested that her net worth has reached over $5 million, which she accumulated through her career as a singer, actress, and endorsements with various brands since the late 1990s.
Assessed Net Worth: $5 Million
Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Mumba’s breakthrough in show business happened at an early age when she participated in “Let Me Entertain You”, a TV talent show, and caught the attention of Louis Walsh, a prominent music executive, who signed her to Polydor Records.
Following the signing, Mumba made the decision to drop out of school in order to focus on co-writing and recording her debut album “Gotta Tell You”. The album was released in 2000, and the title track became a chart-topper in Ireland and also made its mark on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. Additionally, the single “Baby, Come Over” from the same album achieved significant success, leading to the album being certified platinum after surpassing one million copies in sales. This subsequent success significantly boosted her net worth.
In 2001, Mumba collaborated with the Celtic Tenors on the track “You Raise Me Up”. She also released a Christmas album titled “Samantha Sings Christmas” the same year. During this time, she delved into the film industry, starring in the 2001 movie “The Time Machine” alongside Guy Pearce and her real-life brother Omero. The film was a major box office success and received a nomination for Best Makeup at the Academy Awards. Her involvement in various projects and collaborations contributed to the growth of her wealth.
Returning to the music scene in 2002, Mumba released the single “I’m Right Here”. Despite its chart success, it did not reach the heights of her previous singles. She also teamed up with Filipino artist Jay R for the song “Just the Way You Are” in 2005, and subsequently released a compilation album in 2006 named “The Collection”.
Throughout the early 2000s, Mumba expanded her presence in the film industry, appearing in productions such as “Spin the Bottle”, “Boy Eats Girl”, “Johnny Was”, and “Shifter”. She also took on roles as a brand ambassador for Dior, Louise Kennedy, and Ultimo Per Amore. Her growing career in acting, singing, and endorsements continued to elevate her net worth.
In 2009, Mumba hinted at the release of her second album the following year. However, she did not follow up with a successor to “Gotta Tell You” and later announced in 2011 that she was retiring from music to focus on her acting career. Despite this, in 2013, she declared her return to the music scene via a statement on Twitter, with plans for a new album. In 2014, she released a new single titled “Only Just Begun”.
On a personal note, Mumba has been married to policeman Torray Sales since 2012, and they have a daughter named Sage.
Full Name | Samantha Mumba |
Net Worth | $5 Million |
Date Of Birth | January 18, 1983 |
Place Of Birth | Dublin, Ireland |
Height | 5′ 7″ (1.7 m) |
Profession | Singer, Actress |
Nationality | Irish |
Spouse | Torray Scales (m. 2012) |
Children | Sage Scales |
Parents | Barbara Mumba, Peter Mumba |
Siblings | Omero Mumba |
https://twitter.com/samanthamumba1 | |
https://www.instagram.com/samanthamumba/?hl=en | |
MySpace | https://myspace.com/samanthamumba |
IMDB | http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0612571 |
Allmusic | https://www.allmusic.com/artist/samantha-mumba-mn0000832833 |
Awards | Meteor Music Awards – Best Female Singer (2002), Smash Hits – Poll Winners’ Party Best New Female |
Record Labels | Universal Records, Polydor, Interscope, A&M Records |
Albums | The Collection (2006), Samantha Sings Christmas (2001, EP), Gotta Tell You (2000), Woman |
Nominations | Grammy Award – Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical (2001), MOBO Awards – Best Album/Video |
Movies | 3 Crosses (2007), The Time Machine, Shifter (2007), Loftus Hall (2011), Samantha Mumba: Baby, Come Over (This Is Our Night) (Short, 2001), Once Upon a Time in Dublin (2009), Loftus Hall (2014), Home (2016) |
TV Shows | The 6 O’Clock Show, Get Your Act Together with Harvey Goldsmith (2008), EastEnders (TV Series, 2001-2003), Loose Women (2008,UK daytime TV show), Top of the Pops (2000), Samantha Mumba and Aaron Carter in Concert (2001), Family Ties (2000, TV Series) |
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1 | In “The Time Machine” (2002), she portrayed the elder sister of her real-life younger brother Omero Mumba. |
2 | At the age of 32, she gave birth to her first child, a daughter named Sage Scales, on March 3, 2015. Her husband, Torray Scales, is the child’s father. |
3 | After being involved in a harrowing car accident in February 2015 while 37 weeks pregnant, she was in the process of recovery. |
4 | In 2012, she was seeking television and film opportunities in Los Angeles, CA. |
5 | She holds the role of a UNICEF representative. |
6 | Her father migrated from Zambia to Ireland due to political unrest and the country’s independence from Great Britain. |
7 | Voted 85th Sexiest Girl in the World in FHM’s Sexiest Girls of 2002 poll in the American edition. Also, in June 2002, she was ranked 29th in The 50 Hottest Biracial Women in Complex Magazine. |
8 | Mumba is of Irish and Zambian descent. |
9 | She is the sister of Omero Mumba. |
10 | Achieving success with hits such as “Gotta Tell You”, “Body II Body”, and “Always Come Back to Your Love”, she has become one of Ireland’s most successful singers. |
11 | She was under the management of Louis Walsh, who also represented Westlife and Boyzone. |
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Soundtrack
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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EastEnders | 2001-2003 | TV Series performer – 2 episodes | |
Barbie as Rapunzel | 2002 | Video performer: “Wish Upon A Star” | |
The Guru | 2002 | performer: “Read My Mind” | |
Holiday in the Sun | 2001 | Video writer: “Us Against The World” | |
Legally Blonde | 2001 | performer: “Baby, Come on Over”, “Don’t Need You To Tell Me I’m Pretty” / writer: “Baby, Come on Over” | |
Evolution | 2001 | performer: “Baby, Come On Over” / writer: “Baby, Come On Over” | |
Samantha Mumba and Aaron Carter in Concert | 2001 | TV Special performer: “Baby Come On Over”, “Gotta Tell You” / writer: “Baby Come On Over” | |
Top of the Pops | 2000 | TV Series performer – 2 episodes | |
Laços de Família | 2000 | TV Series performer – 1 episode |
Actress
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Casting | 2017 | Short post-production | Samantha Mumba |
Home | 2016/IV | Samantha | |
Loftus Hall | 2014 | ||
Cross | 2011 | Video | Ishka (uncredited) |
Stay in the Middle | 2009 | Video short | Samantha |
Once Upon a Time in Dublin | 2009 | Newscaster | |
Johnny Was | 2006 | Rita | |
Nailed | 2006 | Sapphire | |
Boy Eats Girl | 2005 | Jessica | |
Spin the Bottle | 2004 | ||
The Time Machine | 2002 | Mara | |
Samantha Mumba: Baby, Come Over (This Is Our Night) | 2001 | Short |
Composer
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Stay in the Middle | 2009 | Video short music written and performed by | |
Samantha Mumba: Baby, Come Over (This Is Our Night) | 2001 | Short |
Self
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Big Brother’s Bit on the Side | 2014 | TV Series | Herself |
Xposé | 2007-2010 | TV Series | Herself |
Dancing on Ice | 2008 | TV Series | Herself |
This Morning | 2002-2008 | TV Series | Herself |
Loose Women | 2008 | TV Series | Herself |
Saturday Night with Miriam | 2007 | TV Series | Herself |
Harvey Goldsmith: Get Your Act Together | 2007 | TV Series documentary | Herself |
Anonymous | 2005 | TV Series | Herself / Sister Felictus |
The Panel | 2005 | TV Series | Herself |
The Afternoon Show | 2005 | TV Series | Herself |
The 2nd Meteor Ireland Music Awards | 2005 | TV Special | Herself – Presenter |
Off the Rails | 2004 | TV Series documentary | Herself |
The Late Late Show | 2004 | TV Series | Herself |
Astounding Celebrities | 2003 | TV Series | Herself |
Irish Film and Television Awards | 2003 | TV Movie documentary | Herself – Presenter |
Close Encounters with Keith Barry | 2003 | TV Series | Herself |
The Kumars at No. 42 | 2003 | TV Series |
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