Chaka Khan Age, Height, Weight, Husband, Career, Net Worth 2026

Chaka Khan, born Yvette Marie Stevens, is an iconic American singer-songwriter known as the “Queen of Funk.” With a powerful voice spanning multiple genres, she has sold over 70 million records and won 10 Grammy Awards.

Chaka Khan Age she was born on March 23, 1953, in Great Lakes (near Chicago), Illinois. she is 73 years old. Raised in a bohemian household, she dropped out of high school to pursue music and adopted the name Chaka Khan early in her career.

Personal Details

Full Name	Yvette Marie Stevens
Date of Birth	March 23, 1953
Age	73 (
Birthplace	Great Lakes / Chicago, Illinois, USA
Spouse	Hassan Khan (m. 1970–1971) Richard Holland (m. 1976–1980) Doug Rasheed (m. 2001; divorced)
Children	Daughter Indira Milini Khan (b. 1973) Son Damien Holland (b. 1979)
Friends	Anya Olsen
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, actress, activist
Active	1970–present
Known For	“I’m Every Woman,” “I Feel for You,” “Ain’t Nobody” (with Rufus), 10-time Grammy winner

Chaka Khan Husband and Personal Life

Chakka Khan has been married three times and is currently divorced. Her first marriage was to Hassan Khan (1970–1971). She then married Richard Holland (1976–1980), with whom she shares son Damien. She has daughter Indira Milini from a previous relationship. Her third marriage was to Doug Rasheed (2001; later divorced). She has grandchildren and has spoken about family challenges, including gaining custody of a granddaughter. Chaka keeps much of her current personal life private and focuses on music, health, and activism.

Chaka Khan I’m Every Woman and Music Career

Chakka Khan first gained fame as the lead vocalist of the funk band Rufus, delivering hits like “Tell Me Something Good,” “Sweet Thing,” and “Ain’t Nobody.” Her solo career exploded with the anthem “I’m Every Woman” (1978). Other major hits include:

• “I Feel for You” (1984, featuring Grandmaster Flash and Melle Mel)
• “Through the Fire”
• “This Is My Night”
• “Clouds”

She has released 13 solo studio albums and collaborated across genres, including jazz, R&B, and pop. She remains active and influential, with a career spanning over five decades.

Chaka Khan Height

Weight	70–75 kg (154–165 lbs)
Height	5’4″ (163 cm)
Body Build	Curvy / Average
Body Measurements	38-31-40 inches
Breast Size	N/A (Bra Size: 38C)
Waist Size	31 inches
Hips Size	40 inches
Bra Size	38C
Shoe Size	9 US
Dress Size	12–14 US
Hair Color	Dark Brown / Black
Eye Color	Brown / Light Brown

Chaka Khan Net Worth

Chakka Khan’s net worth is estimated between $10 million and $30 million. Her earnings come from music sales, royalties, tours, acting appearances, and her enduring legacy in the industry.

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