GRACIE ABRAMS BIOGRAPHY - AGE, CAREER, SONGS & FACTS

Gracie Abrams is an American singer-songwriter who turned intimate, diary-style pop into one of the most impressive career runs of her generation. Born Gracie Madigan Abrams on September 7, 1999, in Los Angeles, California, the 27-year-old first broke through with her debut EP minor (2020), then reached new heights with her Aaron Dessner-produced debut album Good Riddance (2023), the global breakthrough The Secret of Us (2024), and her first Billboard 200 No. 1, Daughter from Hell (2026). Known for songs like "That's So True", "us.", and "Mean It", she opened 30 dates of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour and is set to perform as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live.

This biography covers Gracie Abrams' age, family background, career milestones, biggest songs, and the key facts fans search for most, from her early EPs to her third studio album and her upcoming 2026 tour.

Early Life

Gracie Madigan Abrams was born on September 7, 1999, in Los Angeles, California. She is the daughter of filmmaker J.J. Abrams and producer Katie McGrath, and she has two brothers.

She began writing songs at the age of 8. Abrams attended the Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles, graduating in 2018, and then studied international relations at Barnard College in New York City. She left college after her freshman year to pursue music full time.

Career

Abrams signed with Interscope Records in 2019 and released her debut single, "Mean It," that October. Her debut EP, minor, followed in 2020, and her second EP, This Is What It Feels Like, arrived in 2021, building her a devoted online following.

Her debut studio album, Good Riddance (2023), which she co-penned with Aaron Dessner, earned her a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards.

Her second album, The Secret of Us (2024), took her to new commercial heights. It debuted at No. 2 on the US Billboard 200 and reached No. 1 in both the UK and Australia. Its breakout single, "That's So True," peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Global 200, while "us.," her duet with Taylor Swift, earned a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. For more on her collaborator, see our Taylor Swift biography.

On the live front, Abrams opened 30 dates of Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour across 2023 and 2024, and in 2021 she appeared as a guest on Olivia Rodrigo's SOUR Tour. Read the Olivia Rodrigo biography for more on that tour's headliner.

Daughter from Hell & Recent Work

In July 2026, Abrams released her third studio album, Daughter from Hell, via Interscope Records. Produced by Aaron Dessner, the album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, her first chart-topper, with 124,000 equivalent album units in its opening week - the strongest sales week of her career. Its co-writers include Justin Vernon, Audrey Hobert, and, according to reports, Paul Mescal. For the full tracklist and details, see our Daughter from Hell album guide.

Abrams has frequently collaborated with her close friend Audrey Hobert, who co-wrote songs on the album - read the Audrey Hobert biography for more. Hobert is also a solo artist in her own right; check out the Sue Me lyrics by Audrey Hobert page for her own music.

On September 28, 2026, Abrams performed "Look at My Life" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. She will follow it with an appearance as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live's Halloween episode on October 31, 2026, hosted by Inde Navarrette.

She will then launch "The Look at My Life Tour," a 64-date run beginning December 2.

Personal Life

Abrams keeps her personal life largely out of the spotlight. She has been linked with actor Paul Mescal, although, according to reports, neither has publicly confirmed details about the relationship. The daughter of J.J. Abrams and Katie McGrath, she grew up in Los Angeles alongside her two brothers.

Watch the Official Video

Watch Gracie Abrams perform "That's So True" live at Radio City Music Hall below:

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Gracie Abrams?

Gracie Abrams was born on September 7, 1999, in Los Angeles, California, which makes her 27 years old as of 2026.

Who are Gracie Abrams' parents?

Her father is filmmaker J.J. Abrams and her mother is producer Katie McGrath. She also has two brothers.

What is Gracie Abrams' biggest song?

"That's So True" is her biggest commercial hit to date, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Global 200 after the release of The Secret of Us.

What is Daughter from Hell?

Daughter from Hell is Gracie Abrams' third studio album, released in July 2026 via Interscope and produced by Aaron Dessner. It became her first album to reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

Is Gracie Abrams performing on SNL?

Yes. She is set to appear as the musical guest on the Saturday Night Live Halloween episode on October 31, 2026, hosted by Inde Navarrette.