Ben Portsmouth is a singer, songwriter and professional actor who gained notoriety as an Elvis tribute artist. He has won multiple awards for his performances, and his work has earned him a significant fan following. In 2012, Ben made history when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest’ which took place in Memphis, from 2007-2017, crowning him as the “Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist”, the only artist from outside the USA to win this prestigious title. In 2013, Ben was chosen to headline a special ‘Elvis week’ on the Late Show with David Letterman. Despite his success, Ben remains humble and down-to-earth, always grateful for his opportunities.
Birth Name
Ben Portsmouth
Nickname
Ben
Profession
Singer, Songwriter, and Actor
Genre
R&B, Soul, Pop, Folk, Jazz
Instruments
Vocals, Guitar
Labels
Taking Care of Elvis
Nationality
English
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
Ben Portsmouth was born in 1979, in England, United Kingdom.
Age
He’s currently 45 years old.
Sun Sign
Unknown
Ethnicity
White
He has English ancestry.
Religion
Christianity
Education
His educational qualifications are unknown.
Family Details
- Father – Unknown
- Mother – Unknown
- Siblings – Unknown
Marital Status
Single
Girlfriend / Spouse
Ben Portsmouth has dated –
Ben has largely opted to keep his personal life away from the public spotlight, which makes it difficult for us to say anything about his love life and dating history.
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet – 5 feet 8 inches
- In centimeters – 173 cm
- In meters – 1.73 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 75 kg
- In Pounds – 165 lbs
Body Build
Slim
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Shoe Size
He wears a size 10 (US) shoe.
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Ben became known as a multi-talented musician, singer, songwriter and actor. Ben is an internationally renowned Elvis Tribute Artist and tours the world with his band, Taking Care of Elvis. In 2006, Ben was voted the best Elvis at the prestigious international Elvis festival at Porthcawl Wales, the largest of its kind in Europe. He was the youngest competitor and was the total opposite to the stereotypical Elvis impersonator – he was sexy, didn’t need a wig and was wearing the most authentic outfits flown in from America.
Ben Portsmouth Net worth
Ben Portsmouth has an estimated net worth of $2.5 million dollars as of 2024.
Social Media Profiles
- Instagram – benportsmouthofficial
- Twitter – Ben Portsmouth
Some Lesser Known Facts About Ben Portsmouth
- Portsmouth a multi-talented musician, singer, and songwriter had Elvis’s DNA in his blood from an early age. His father was an avid Elvis fan and Ben grew up on a diet of Elvis songs.
- In 2005, Having honed his musical talent Ben started his journey as an Elvis Tribute Artist when he formed the Taking care of Elvis band.
- He looked like Elvis, sang like Elvis and had an on-stage charisma that had audiences believing at times they were watching the King himself. This talent saw Ben rapidly rise through the ranks of Elvis Tribute Artists in the UK.
- In 2006, Ben was voted the best Elvis at the prestigious international Elvis festival at Porthcawl Wales, the largest of its kind in Europe.
- Success in the UK was followed by success in Europe and Ben qualified to represent Europe in the final of the Images of the King contest in Memphis 2010 to find the World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist.
- In August 2012, Portsmouth made history when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest’ which took place in Memphis, crowning Ben as the “Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist”, the only artist from outside the USA to ever win this prestigious title
- Ben is humble and down to earth. He can’t believe he gets the opportunity to entertain as an Elvis Tribute Artist and he wants to stay in touch with his core fan base.
- In 2013, Portsmouth was chosen to headline a special Elvis week on the Late Show with David Letterman.
