Tate McRae is one of the defining Gen Z pop voices of the 2020s — a Canadian singer, songwriter, and dancer who rose to fame as a teenage dance prodigy on American reality television before reinventing herself as a global pop star with a string of platinum singles and sold-out world tours. Her 2023 single Greedy became a viral phenomenon, topping charts in over 20 countries and cementing her status as one of pop's most exciting new artists.
Early Life
Tate Rosner McRae was born on July 1, 2003, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Her mother, Tanja McRae, is a dance teacher of German descent, and her father, Trevor McRae, is a Canadian businessman. The family lived in Oman in the Middle East for several years during Tate's early childhood due to her father's work, before returning to Calgary. Tate began dancing at age six and quickly showed extraordinary talent, training intensively in ballet, contemporary, jazz, and hip-hop at the School of Alberta Ballet. By her early teens she was winning major dance competitions across North America.
Career
McRae first came to national attention at age 13 as a contestant on Season 13 of the American reality competition So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation in 2016, where she finished in third place — the first Canadian to ever reach the finals of the show. She launched a YouTube channel at age 14 where she posted original songs and dance videos, building a following that led to a record deal with RCA Records in 2019. Her breakthrough single You Broke Me First was released in April 2020 and became a global hit, peaking at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and going platinum in multiple countries. She released her debut EP TOO YOUNG TO BE SAD in 2021 and her debut studio album i used to think i could fly in 2022. Her second album Think Later (2023) was her commercial breakthrough, propelled by the global smash Greedy — which topped the charts in over 20 countries and was one of the most streamed songs of 2024. The Think Later World Tour ran from April to November 2024 across Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania. Her 2025 follow-up singles Exes and 2 Hands continued her commercial momentum, and she has been working on her fourth studio album in 2026 with producer Ryan Tedder.
Net Worth
As of 2026, Tate McRae's estimated net worth is approximately $4 million. Her income comes from music streaming royalties, sold-out world tours, brand partnerships, and merchandise. While her net worth is modest compared to established pop superstars, she has built her fortune entirely through her own music and touring, with no acting income.
Personal Life
Tate McRae has been romantically linked to New Jersey Devils NHL player Jack Hughes since early 2026, with the couple being spotted together in New York City and McRae reportedly dropping hints about the relationship during her performances. Prior to that, she dated Australian singer The Kid LAROI in 2024 and NHL player Cole Sillinger of the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2022. She is based between Calgary, Canada, and Los Angeles, California, where she works on her music.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Tate Rosner McRae
- Date of Birth: July 1, 2003
- Birthplace: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Height: 5 ft 6 in
- Net Worth: $4 Million (2026)
- Boyfriend: Jack Hughes (NHL, since 2026)
- Best Known For: Greedy, You Broke Me First, Think Later album, So You Think You Can Dance finalist 2016
