Tommy Gooding

Coming from a family rich in entertainment and musical talent, Tommy Gooding is a musician and actor, the younger brother of Cuba Gooding Jr., and the son of the R&B singer Cuba Gooding Sr. 

Tommy followed in his father's footsteps and pursued a music career. But here's a surprise twist – did you know he also plays bass and has a passion for Jazz? Dive into this article to discover more about Tommy Gooding, his life, and his talented family.

Getting to Know Tommy Gooding

Tommy is the youngest member of the Gooding family. He comes from a family which is well-versed in the entertainment industry. His father was the late lead singer of a R&B group. His brothers are both actors and have played in many Movies and TV shows. 

Tommy was born to Shirley Gooding and Cuba Gooding Sr. He was raised in New York with his three siblings. Coming from such an influential and talented family does leave a lasting impression. Tommy, born on June 3, 1980, too influenced by his father, decided to be a musician. 

Tommy knew he was going to be a musician and went to study music at Five Towns College. He soon picked up bass in college and played bass for numerous bands.

Tommy Gooding's Talented Siblings

Tommy isn't the only talented one in the Gooding family; he has two older brothers, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Omar Gooding, who are both actors. He also has a sister named April Gooding, an actress.

Tommy's older brother, Cuba, stands out even more, having won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in the movie "Jerry Maguire." Also, his other brother, Omar, has earned several award nominations for his acting. 

Tommy, looking up to his siblings, has done some acting himself. Moreover, he has even written scripts for series and movies. Tommy is married to his wife, Seydurah Avecmoi, and has a daughter with her.

Tommy Gooding's Relationship Status

Tommy is happily married to Seydurah. They met in 2018 and started dating right away. Seydurah is a singer who performs Jazz and Blues with her band, Avec Moi, where Tommy plays bass. Tommy and Seydurah officially tied the knot on November 11, 2019.

Tommy got married at the age of 39, which is relatively older compared to his siblings. However, age doesn't matter if the couple truly loves each other. Tommy does love his wife and has a daughter with his singer-wife. 

Tommy Gooding's Career

Tommy's father, Cuba, set a high standard in music, and his kids followed in his footsteps. While Cuba Gooding Jr. went into Hollywood, making a name for himself in movies, Tommy took after his father, loving music. 

Although Tommy didn't make music, he got good at directing it by working with his father's band. He made sure everything ran smoothly for his dad's group. 

When the band broke up, Tommy used his skills with other groups, like Circular Time, GQ, and JJ Sansavarino, doing well. He also got better at writing lyrics with Goodbrown Music, making their collaborations even better.

How Much is Tommy Gooding Worth?

As of 2023, Tommy Gooding's net worth is about $500,000, mostly earned from his successful 20-year music career. Although his net worth dipped recently, as of 2024, it's around $400,000. His net worth is somewhat similar to Ricco Barrino's.

He played bass and directed music for bands like Circular Time, GQ, and JJ Sansaverino. He also directed for his father's R&B band. Besides music, Tommy writes and acts in movies and TV for extra income. Despite his success, Tommy likes to keep things low-key with his family and stays away from the public eye.

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