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What is Shaggy’s Net Worth?

Shaggy, the Jamaican-American musician and DJ, has a net worth of $14 million. He has released over a dozen studio albums, including “Boombastic” (1995), “Hot Shot” (2000), and “Summer in Kingston” (2011). In 2018, he collaborated with Sting for the album “44/876,” which won a Grammy. Shaggy has had several hit singles, including “Boombastic,” “It Wasn’t Me,” and “Angel,” all of which reached the top 10 on the “Billboard” Hot 100 chart and were certified Platinum or higher. He was awarded the Jamaican Order of Distinction in 2007, receiving the rank of Commander.

Early Life and Military Service

Shaggy, born Orville Richard Burrell in Kingston, Jamaica on October 22, 1968, moved to Brooklyn, New York City with his parents at the age of 7. He attended Erasmus Hall High and began singing lessons in 1987. The following year, he was discovered while singing with friends on the streets of New York City.

In 1988, Shaggy joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the 10th Marine Regiment during the Persian Gulf War. He held the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) of Field Artillery Cannon Crewman (0811) and reached the rank of Lance Corporal, although it was reduced twice. In a 2011 interview, Shaggy revealed that he struggled with being AWOL due to his music pursuits and his tendency to speak his mind.