Chloe Bailey is a singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress recognized for her musical achievements as part of Chloe x Halle and for her solo career, along with acting roles in television and film. After signing with Parkwood Entertainment in 2015, Chloe Bailey established herself as a dynamic singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress, earning critical acclaim and commercial success across music and film. Early in her career, Bailey appeared in films such as The Fighting Temptations (2003) as young Lilly and Last Holiday (2006) as Anna, followed by roles in Meet the Browns (2008) and Gospel Hill (2009). As one half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle, she released the debut EP Sugar Symphony in 2016 and served as an opening act for Beyoncé’s Formation World Tour the same year.
Transitioning to a solo music career, Bailey released her debut single ‘Have Mercy’ in 2021, which quickly achieved platinum certification in the U.S., marking a significant milestone in her individual artistry. Expanding her versatility, Bailey starred in the scripted podcast Electric Easy in 2021 and took on a lead role in the film Jane (2022). She continued her solo musical journey with the release of her debut solo album, In Pieces, in 2023. The same year, she starred in the film Praise This, earning an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress for her lead performance as Sam.
In addition to her on-screen and recording work, Bailey has broadened her creative contributions by composing and directing several of her own music videos. In 2024, Chloe Bailey released her second solo studio album, Trouble in Paradise, showcasing her ongoing artistic evolution. Concurrently, she starred in the film The Exorcism, further demonstrating her continuous engagement and growth across multiple entertainment platforms in both music and acting.