LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kelis Rogers widely known as Kelis, has found herself at the center of attention due to her swirling romance rumors with the legendary actor Bill Murray. The beloved 'Milkshake' singer, 43, has found solace in the company of the 'Ghostbusters' star, 72, following the death of her husband, Mike Mora last year, from stomach cancer, aged just 37.
Murray, nearly three decades her senior, was spotted standing by the side of the stage, witnessing Kelis's captivating performance firsthand in London. Although beyond her impressive chart-topping music career spanning decades, Kelis has also carved a remarkable name for herself in the food industry. Let's delve into the captivating story of Kelis and her multifaceted journey.
Who is Kelis?
Kelis, born on August 21, 1979, embarked on her musical journey after high school. Initially, she worked various 9-to-5 jobs until she landed a backup vocal role on the hip-hop group Gravediggaz's single called 'Fairytale.' Kelis made a dynamic entrance into the music scene in the late 1990s when she unveiled her debut album 'Kaleidoscope.' Her unique voice, eclectic style, and unconventional approach to R&B and hip-hop immediately captivated audiences worldwide. However, it was her iconic hit single 'Milkshake' from the album 'Tasty' that propelled her to mainstream success, firmly solidifying her status as a powerful musical force in the music industry.
While her music career continued to thrive, Kelis also embarked on a remarkable culinary journey, leaving an indelible mark in the culinary world. Venturing into the realm of culinary excellence, she attended Le Cordon Bleu culinary school and honed her skills as a chef. Combining her love for cooking and boundless creativity, Kelis embarked on a culinary journey that led to the release of her cookbook, 'My Life on a Plate.' Moreover, the Singer Kelis has continued to perform and release music sporadically. Her last studio album, 'Food' was released in 2014.
'They've clearly hit it off!'
Kelis was previously married to rapper Nas (Nasir Jones). They tied the knot in 2005 and welcomed their son, Knight Jones, 13, in 2009. Unfortunately, their marriage ended in divorce in 2010. In 2015, she gave birth to a son named Shepherd, 7, and in 2020, she welcomed her daughter Galilee, 2, whose father is Kelis's ex-husband, real estate agent Mora. Tragically, Mora passed away in 2022 after a brief battle with stomach cancer.
Amidst all this, Kelis has been generating buzz with her rumored romance with Murray. An insider revealed they "met up in the States before, which got people in the industry talking, and now are meeting up in London while they're both here. They've clearly hit it off," reported Daily Mail. "They were both seen at the same hotel, and he's been to watch her perform several times before he went to Mighty Hoopla [in South London]. Whatever it is that has brought them together, and however unlikely it seems, they are both single and are having fun despite the fairly big age gap," the insider claimed.
