Robert Ellis Silberstein bio- net worth: Inside the life of Diana Ross ex-husband.

Robert Ellis Silberstein spent most of his career behind the stage. As some of the most prominent musicians of the generation, who he represented, took the stage, Silberstein hung back. A music executive and businessman, Silberstein had a quiet career in Hollywood. Despite representing some of the biggest names in the industry including Billy Preston, Diana Ross, Rufus, the Rolling Stones’ Ronnie Wood, Meat Loaf, and Status Quo, Silberstein’s name never came up in the media. But despite being in the background for all his life, the music executive rose to fame following his marriage to Diana Ross. The pair enjoyed a short relationship, which ultimately ended in divorce. So, for this article, we will take a closer look at the wiki-bio of Robert Ellis Silberstein.

Early Life:

Robert Ellis Silberstein was born on the 5th of January 1946, in Elberon, New Jersey, United States. Born and raised in New Jersey, not much is known about Silberstein’s early life and details on his parents and siblings were never revealed to the media. On the academic side of things, Silberstein graduated from a local high school in 1964 and later enrolled at West Virginia University. In 1968, Silberstein graduated with a BA degree in teaching.

Professional career:

Right after his graduation in 1968, Silberstein began teaching at a local school. However, things never worked out for him and he ended up having a huge fight with the school principal. Following the dispute, Silberstein left teaching and moved to Los Angeles. Silberstein, who knew Diana Ross from a while ago, started working as a music executive with her support. He began his career in 1970 and has worked with several prominent faces in the industry including Billy Preston, Diana Ross, Rufus, the Rolling Stones’ Ronnie Wood, Meat Loaf, and Status Quo.

But for all his work as a music executive, Silberstein is best known for discovering Chaka Khan (Yvette Marie Stevens). Chaka was a vocalist in the American funk music band, Rufus. Under the management of Silberstein, the band gathered their fair share of Grammys. As Silberstein’s status within the industry grew, so did his reach. He eventually found and represented the late gospel singer, Billy Preston. But despite enjoying massive success as a music executive, Silberstein has since retired from the industry and returned to his Alma Matter to continue teaching.

Net Worth:

American music executive and businessman, Robert Ellis has a net worth of USD 50 Million.

Personal Life:

Robert Ellis Silberstein was married to Diana Ross and the pair stayed together for six years. The couple first met in the early 1970s at a clothes shop. Ross had walked in to buy a present for her then-husband Berry Gordy. At the time Silberstein worked at the shop and helped Ross pick a present. The interaction was more than enough for Ross, who according to an article published on People saw Silberstein as perfect husband material. So, Ross left Gordy and started dating Silberstein. The pair eventually tied the knot in 1971 and went on to have two biological children, Tracee Ellis Ross in 1972, and Chudney Ross in 1975. Silberstein also ended up adopting Rhonda Ross Kendrick, the biological daughter of Ross and her first husband, Gordy. Even though the relationship came to an abrupt end in 1977, Ross and Silberstein remained friends throughout the years. Not much is known of his life after the split.

A quick bio on Diana Ross:

Diana Ross is an American singer, actress, and record producer. She rose to fame as the lead singer of the Motown girl group The Supremes in the 1960s and later established a successful solo career in the 1970s.

Born on March 26, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan, Ross began her musical career as a teenager, singing with friends in a local group called The Primettes. In 1961, The Primettes were signed to Motown Records and became The Supremes. With Ross as the lead vocalist, The Supremes became one of the most successful and popular girl groups of all time, with hits such as “Where Did Our Love Go,” “Baby Love,” and “Stop! In the Name of Love.”

After leaving The Supremes in 1970, Ross launched her solo career and continued to release hit songs and albums, including “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “Love Hangover,” and “Upside Down.” She has won numerous awards and honors for her contributions to music, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In addition to her music career, Ross has also acted in several films and television shows, including the movie “Lady Sings the Blues,” for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.

Ross continues to perform and tour and is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential female artists of all time.

Wiki/Bio Facts:

Full Name:	Robert Ellis Silberstein
Other Name:	Bob Ellis
Birth Date:	January 05, 1946
Horoscope:	Capricorn
Birth Place:	Elberon, New Jersey, United States
Net Worth:	$ 50 million
Ethnicity:	Mixed(Ashkenazi Jewish-African-American)
Nationality:	American
Gender:	Male
Sexuality:	Straight
Marital Status:	Divorced
Spouse:	Diana Ross (m. 1971–1977)
Children:	Chudney Ross, Tracee Ellis Ross, Rhonda Ross Kendrick
Profession:	Music Executive, Businessman
Education:	West Virginia University
Hair Color:	Grey
Eye Color:	Dark Brown