Bonnie Mckee is an American singer, songwriter and musician best known for writing major pop hits for artists like Katy Perry, Britney Spears, and Taio Cruz. Though she has had some success as a recording artist in her own right, her behind-the-scenes songwriting work has made her an in-demand hitmaker.

Bonnie Mckee’s Net Worth

Bonnie Mckee has an estimated net worth of $14 million as of 2023. The bulk of her wealth has come from songwriting credits on smash hit songs over the past decade. Some of her most lucrative songwriting works include:

• “California Gurls” by Katy Perry – This 2010 #1 single has sold over 7 million copies worldwide.
• “Hold It Against Me” by Britney Spears – Bonnie co-wrote this 2011 Britney song that went to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
• “Dynamite” by Taio Cruz – This dance-pop track was a huge hit internationally in 2010, selling over 7 million copies.

In addition to singles, Bonnie has writing credits on 5 of Katy Perry’s albums and has worked extensively with other top artists like Kesha, Carly Rae Jepsen, Rita Ora and more. She likely commands high 5 to 6-figure fees per song at this point in her sought-after career.

Outside of music, Bonnie boosts her income through various business ventures and merch sales. She owns a boutique in Los Angeles and sells her own branded merchandise online.

Early Life and Music Career Beginnings

Bonnie Leigh McKee was born on January 20, 1984 in Vacaville, California, making her 39 years old as of 2023. She showed an early affinity for music and performing as a child. By age 15, she had taught herself to play guitar and began writing her own songs.

She got her first big break in music at age 16 when she was signed to Reprise/Warner Brothers by music industry legend Clive Davis. This led to her debut album “Trouble” being released in September 2004 when Bonnie was just 20 years old.

The album showcased her talents as a vocalist and songwriter, combining pop, rock and R&B influences. However, despite some positive critical reviews, “Trouble” failed to make a commercial impact on the charts.

This setback led Bonnie to refocus her efforts on songwriting for other artists as a behind-the-scenes hitmaker.

Rise to Prominence as Songwriter

Though her own recording career stalled out early on, Bonnie ended up finding her true calling with songwriting for other top artists. She scored her first smash hit with the song “American Boy” which she co-wrote for British artist Estelle featuring Kanye West.

However, her career really took off when she began working closely with pop superstar Katy Perry. Their first collaboration was the 2010 mega-hit “California Gurls” which dominated the charts that summer. Over the next few years, the Perry/McKee partnership yielded numerous more hits including “Teenage Dream,” “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F)”, “Part of Me” and more.

In the early 2010s, Bonnie also scored major hits writing for Britney Spears (“Hold It Against Me”), Taio Cruz (“Dynamite”) and other artists like Kesha and Carly Rae Jepsen establishing herself as one of the most in-demand pop songwriters in the industry.

She continues to work with today’s rising pop singers like Maggie Lindemann and Lauren Jauregui while still collaborating at times with Katy Perry.

Continued Work as a Recording Artist

Though songwriting took priority, Bonnie has still worked to keep her own recording career alive over the years. She released several EPs and standalone singles between 2009-2015, keeping her artistic voice out there.

In 2019, she made a full return to the scene with her fourth studio album, “Bombastic.” True to its name, the album featured loud, playful pop bangers that showed off the powerful vocals and witty lyrics McKee has become known for. Singles included fun tracks like “FKD” and “Sociopath,” the latter achieving top 30 at Adult Pop radio.

As she moves into her late 30s, Bonnie continues to balance working behind-the-scenes writing smash hits for today’s top artists along with putting out her own music and creative passion projects. Her wealth and fame within pop music circles seems secured at this point thanks to her Midas-touch songwriting abilities.

Philanthropy and Advocacy

In addition to her prolific music career, Bonnie uses her platform to support various social causes close to her heart. She is an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and champions body positivity for people of all shapes, sizes and gender identities.

She was honored by nonprofit Stonewall Community Foundation at their annual ReachOUT event in 2021. Bonnie performed and spoke about her pride in embracing her feminine identity as well as supporting others in the LGBTQ+ community.

Bonnie also contributes her time and money to animal welfare charities and pet adoption organizations. She volunteers at shelters and even adopted her beloved dog Sonnie from one in Los Angeles.

Outside of LGBTQ+ and animal-focused charities, she also has granted wishes for terminally ill children through the Make-A-Wish foundation over the years.

Bonnie Mckee Height, Weight and Physical Stats

In terms of her physical appearance, Bonnie Mckee stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) and weighs around 132 lbs (60 kg). She has an average model-esque build complemented by her natural good looks.

Bonnie has long, flowing blonde hair that has become one of her signature traits over her decades in the spotlight. Her emerald green eyes and infectious smile are also frequently cited as being part of her appeal.

Regarding more intimate stats, her bra cup size is 32C while her other measurements come in at Breasts-Waist-Hips: 35-26-36 inches (89-66-91 cm) at age 39 currently. She keeps herself in fantastic shape through regular exercise routines.

FAQ About Bonnie Mckee

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