Sheila Cecilia Escovedo, better known under her stage name, Sheila E., is an American percussionist, singer, and actress who got famous for her unique singing sensations.
Being the daughter of famous musician Pete Escovedo, she became one of the top female musicians in the 1980s due to her unique drumming skills and Latin rhythms.
Aside from being a musician and drummer, she has even expanded ed her career into acting. In 1985, she partook in the urban cult classic film Krush Groove.
Let's find more about Sheila E.
Sheila E Was Engaged To PRINCE
According to hollywoodreporter.com. Sheila's former fiance PRINCE passed away on 22 April 2016. Sheila disclosed that she was adapting to her former fiance's loss by remembering the days she spent with the legendary artist.
The 63-year-old artist mentioned that the two never wedded; however, they had a long collaboration. She also quoted:
"Thirty-eight years of him and I being together, there's just so many memories good and bad," "It's a pit in my stomach and I'm sad and then try to think of something that made me laugh so I can stop hurting."
Sheila is now mourning for her former fiance and the time that she spent with him.
Speaking about their relationship, Sheila met PRINCE at a concert backstage in 1978, when she was performing with her dad. After becoming friends for years, Sheila later served as a drummer in PRINCE's band. While serving in his band, she became the musical director during the tours from 1987 to 1989.
Sheila E and Prince (©: static.billbord.com)
Per express.co.uk. On 25 August 2014, Drummer Sheila affirmed that she and PRINCE were engaged in the 1980s. During a show in 1987, Prince proposed to her, quoting:
"He blew me a kiss, turned to the audience, and took the most amazing guitar solo ever. For the rest of that year, my relationship with Prince was a dream... We were with each other all day and all night."
Following the engagement, the couple split their time between Los Angeles and his local Minneapolis, yet chose to keep the looming pre-marriage ceremony secret.
How Much Is Sheila E. Net Worth?
Sheila E. cherishes a net worth of $12 million through her career as a musician and actress. She has earned her net worth through the collaborations of well-known stars such as Prince, George Duke, and Ringo Starr.
She started her career as a percussionist and singer by performing in The George Duke Band in the 1970s. After her successful career in the band, she left the group to pursue her solo singing career. In 1983, she began to undertake her solo career by releasing her debut album, The Glamourous Life.
After the release of her debut album, she became a mainstream solo singer in 1985. Afterwards, she released many albums such as The Belle of St. Mark (1984), Sister Fate (1985), and A Love Bizarre (1985).
In 2006, she even formed a girl-group band, C.O.E.D (Chronicles of Every Diva). The band consisted of Sheila E., Kat Dyson, Rhonda Smith, and Cassandra O'Neal. Eventually, the group released an album, Waters of life, in March 2007. After their album got renowned, they went overseas to participate in concerts located in Europe and Japan.
According to minnescota.cbslocal.com. On 24 January 2021, musician Sheila E revealed to the public via Facebook about her impending film; Young lady Meets Boy. She states that it's a wonderful story of her experience with Prince. However, she didn't mention when the film about her and her previous life partner is coming out, or where you can watch it. She's advising fans to "stay tuned."