Brian Kelley Height, Weight, Religion, Net Worth, Age, Biography

About (Profile/Biography):
Brian Edward Kelley (born August 26, 1985) is an American country musician hailing from Ormond Beach, Florida. He gained fame as one half of the chart-topping duo Florida Georgia Line, alongside Tyler Hubbard. Brian balanced a love of sports and songwriting in his youth, playing baseball at college while writing guitar-led country tunes. After striking gold with hits like “Cruise”, Brian helped reshape modern country music’s pop-crossover appeal. In recent years he has embarked on a solo career, launching new music and exploring themes of faith, family and coastal living. Along the way, he’s also dabbled in business ventures and taken on the challenge of defining himself beyond the duo.
Early Life & Musical Roots
• Brian grew up in Ormond Beach, Florida, where he played baseball and taught himself guitar as a teenager. 
• He attended Belmont University in Nashville, where he met Tyler Hubbard and started writing songs together. 
• Before his big break, Brian worked odd jobs and honed his songwriting craft in local writer-rounds around Nashville.
Rise to Fame with Florida Georgia Line
• As part of Florida Georgia Line, Brian co-wrote their debut single “Cruise”, which became one of the best-selling country digital songs ever. 
• Brian’s “Florida half” persona blended beachy vibes with country instrumentation, helping the duo stand out in the 2010s country scene. 
• The duo amassed multiple number-one hits and global streams, positioning Brian as a major crossover country artist. 
Big Controversy
• Brian released the single “Kiss My Boots” which fans interpret as a pointed jab at his former bandmate Tyler Hubbard, stirring speculation about tension between them. 
• The breakup of Florida Georgia Line in 2022 raised eyebrows with rumors about creative differences, solo ambitions and even political disagreements between Brian and Tyler. 
• The duo’s social-media unfollowing and commentary around the 2020 election contributed to fan discussion of whether politics played a role in their split. 
Awards & Recognitions
• Brian (via Florida Georgia Line) earned multiple RIAA multi-platinum certifications and achieved two Diamond singles (“Cruise” & “Meant to Be”). 
• Brian has been nominated for and won major country awards such as AMA, Billboard, CMA and CMT Music Awards through his work with the duo. 
• On his solo path, Brian continues to earn critical acknowledgement for his songwriting and authenticity as reflected in his 2024 album “Tennessee Truth”. 
Lesser-Known Facts
• Brian co-founded his own label, Nashville South Records, to support his solo releases and creative control. 
• He and his wife Brittney also co-own a Florida beach-lifestyle concept called “Tribe Kelley” and a burger bar venture, combining music, lifestyle and entrepreneurship. 
• Despite his party-anthems image, Brian often credits Christian faith and family time (like fishing or lake days) as his grounding forces.