American singer and songwriter Andra Day has had a great career in the music industry for over a decade now, and to pursue this field, her parents greatly influenced her to become a singer, especially her mother, Denise Batie.
While growing up, Andra was significantly charmed by her mother, Denise Batie, and her beautiful voice. Once, during an exclusive talk with L’Officiel Monaco, she said, “My mom actually has a beautiful voice, but you’ll never hear it….“
Having been raised by a mother who used to sing and had a musical background, she probably got inspired to pursue a musical career.
Well, it’s been over a decade since she began her musical journey. She has been doing well in life, earning fame, and often celebrating her success with her family.
Further, she shares a great bond with her parents, especially her mother, as evidenced by her Instagram. Once, while wishing a Mother’s Day on her Instagram, she wrote, “Mommy, you are my heart forever… there aren’t enough words. You are my biggest blessing.”
Andra Day, the second Black woman to win the Golden Globes award, celebrates her win with her family!
Andra Day made history at the Golden Globes, becoming the second black woman to win the Best Actress award in 2021 for her character Billie Holiday.
The singer Andra Day, who had a successful music career, started acting in 2021 with her debut movie, The United States vs. Billie Holiday.
She bagged the Best Actor award for the first film in which she portrayed the character of music legend Billie Holiday.
While receiving the award, she thanked God, her family, the cast and crew of the film, and her fellow nominees. “The amazing, transformative, dynamic Billie Holiday, who just transformed me with this role and with her presence and with her spirit,” said Andra, Huffpost reports.
In the award ceremony, all her loved ones, including her parents, were there to support her & celebrate the win, per Yahoo News.
Additional Information
- Professionally known as Andra Day, Cassandra Monique Batie began her professional career in 2011 after Steve Wonder’s then-wife noticed her performing at a strip mall.
- The singer has written songs for artists like Jessie J, Eminem, and Muse, among others, & made some notable remixes of famous songs to create new tracks with her unique style.
- Andra made her acting debut in her first major biographical drama film, The United States vs. Billie Holiday, as the legendary singer Billie Holiday.
