Meleasa Houghton: Life After Israel - Her Kids, Net Worth, & More!

19 May, 2025

Can a heart truly heal after infidelity shatters a seemingly perfect union? Meleasa Houghton's story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the unwavering strength of a mother's love in the aftermath of a very public divorce.

Meleasa Houghton, an American gospel singer and songwriter, experienced a life-altering event when her marriage to Israel Houghton, a celebrated gospel singer, ended after two decades. The split, finalized in February 2016, sent shockwaves through the gospel music community, especially after Israel Houghton publicly admitted to infidelity as the cause. While the separation marked the end of a significant chapter, Meleasa's journey continued, marked by her devotion to her children and her enduring passion for music. Her story is one of navigating personal trials while maintaining a steadfast commitment to faith and family.

Born on March 1, 1964, in the United States, Meleasa Houghton's early life laid the foundation for her musical journey. Growing up with her two siblings, she developed a love for music that eventually led her to a successful career in the gospel genre. Her marriage to Israel Houghton in 1994 seemed like a perfect match, uniting two talented individuals with a shared passion for gospel music. Together, they built a family and a musical legacy, with Meleasa contributing to Israel & Breed's hit songs and establishing herself as a respected figure in the industry. Their union produced three children: Mariah, born in 1996, Israel Jr. in 2001, and Milan in 2003.

Full Name	Meleasa Houghton
Date of Birth	March 1, 1964
Age (as of November 2024)	60 years old
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Mixed
Occupation	Gospel Singer, Songwriter
Net Worth (Estimated)	Approximately $4 million - $8 million (as of 2023)
Marital Status	Divorced (from Israel Houghton)
Children	Mariah Houghton, Israel Houghton Jr., Milan Lillie Houghton
Known For	Gospel songs, GMA Dove Award for Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year (2015)
Early Life	Born in the United States, grew up with two siblings, started singing lessons at a young age.
Relationship with Israel Houghton	Married in 1994, divorced in 2016 due to Israel's infidelity.
Children's Career	Mariah Houghton is the creative director of La Voûte by Adrienne Houghton.
Career Highlights	Winner of GMA Dove Award for Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year in 2015, Credits to different hit songs for the rock band Israel and Breed.
Additional Information	Currently single, focusing on her career and children.
Reference	AllMusic

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