Alec Benjamin

Actors

Birthday

Date : 28 May Year : 1994

Age

31 Years Old

Birth Place

United States

Zodiac Sign

Gemini

Height

5 feet 11 inches (180 cm)

Nationality

American

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Estimated Wealth by period

$2M - 4 Million

Alec Benjamin Net Worth over last years

Yearly earnings (based on current year (2026))

$300K - 500 K

Net Worth (based on previous year (2025))

$2.60 Million

How we calculate estimated net worth.

We use a proprietary algorithm to determine estimated daily earnings, estimated monthly earnings, and estimated yearly earnings for Alec Benjamin. This calculation considers factors such as subscriber and follower counts on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, along with engagement rate and viewership figures.

Introduction

Alec Benjamin is an American singer-songwriter and musician known for his introspective storytelling, emotional depth, and relatable pop-folk style. He is best recognized for his breakthrough hit “Let Me Down Slowly,” which became a global sensation with billions of streams, and for his honest lyrics about personal struggles, family, and growth.

Career

Early Start: Began writing songs at age 13–16 in Phoenix, Arizona. Signed briefly with Columbia Records as a teenager but was dropped after turning in an album.

Independent Hustle: Built a following by performing in parking lots outside shows by artists like Shawn Mendes and Troye Sivan, and collaborated early with Jon Bellion.

Breakthrough: Released the viral track “I Built a Friend” and gained major attention with the 2018 mixtape Narrated for You, featuring the multi-platinum hit “Let Me Down Slowly” (solo and with Alessia Cara).

Studio Albums: Released debut album These Two Windows (2020), followed by (Un)Commentary (2022), and 12 Notes (2024) with its deluxe edition 16 Notes.

Recent Work: Dropped singles including “Pretending” (2025), “The Knife In My Back” (2025), and the album EMOTIONS (February 2026). Continued extensive touring and released Mandarin versions of some songs, inspired by his father’s interest in Chinese culture.

Family Life

Alec Benjamin was born on May 28, 1994, in Phoenix, Arizona. He was raised there alongside his older sister Logan, who has been a strong supporter of his music. His parents were supportive of his artistic dreams while encouraging education. He attended the University of Southern California for a short time. Alec keeps his romantic life very private and is not known to be married or have children as of 2026. He is known for being camera-shy and values a low-key personal life focused on family and songwriting.

Alec Benjamin Net Worth

As of 2026, Alec Benjamin's net worth is estimated to be around $2 – 4 million. He has earned primarily through music streaming, album sales, worldwide tours, merchandise, and songwriting.

Notable Achievements

Global breakthrough with “Let Me Down Slowly,” which reached the top 40 in over 25 countries and earned multi-platinum certifications (including 4× Platinum in the US).
Over 10 billion career streams worldwide and consistent monthly listeners in the millions.
Successful independent-to-major label journey, highlighted by DIY parking lot shows that built his loyal fanbase.
Critically praised for heartfelt, storytelling-driven songs in albums like These Two Windows, (Un)Commentary, and 12 Notes.
Released music in both English and Mandarin, showcasing his unique cultural influences.

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