Greyson Chance

Born on August 16, 1997, in Wichita Falls, Texas, Greyson Michael Chance began playing the piano at age eight. His musical journey gained significant momentum in April 2010 when his performance of Lady Gaga’s “Paparazzi” at a sixth-grade music festival was uploaded to YouTube. The video quickly went viral, accumulating over 72 million views. This attention led to an appearance on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” and a joint-venture recording contract with Ellen DeGeneres’ newly formed eleveneleven record label. His debut single, “Waiting Outside the Lines,” was released in October 2010, followed by his debut studio album, “Hold On ’til the Night,” in 2011, which charted on the Billboard 200.

Throughout his career, Chance has released several EPs and studio albums, demonstrating his evolution as an artist. After a period of quiet, he independently released his second studio album, “Portraits,” in 2019, which explored synth-pop elements and was followed by a world tour. This resurgence led to a new record deal with Arista Records and Sony Music Global. His third extended play, “Trophies,” was released in 2021, and his third studio album, “Palladium,” in 2022, with a deluxe edition following in 2023. Chance has also actively engaged with his fanbase through tours across North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia, with “The Gold Tour” scheduled for 2025.

Beyond his musical achievements, Chance has taken on acting roles, including portraying a younger version of Jimmy Chance in the Fox comedy “Raising Hope” in 2011-2012. He is also set to make his feature film debut in “Maybelline Prince” in 2025. In his personal life, Chance came out as gay in 2017 and has openly discussed his struggles with anorexia nervosa, utilizing his platform to raise awareness.