Big Boi, also known as Antwan André Patton, is a famous American rapper, record producer and actor.
He was born in Savannah, Georgia, but grew up in Atlanta.
Big Boi is best known as one half of the Southern hip-hop duo Outkast, which he co-founded in 1992 with Atlanta rapper André 3000.
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- Full name: Antwan Big Boi Patton
- Stage name: Big Boi
- Date of Birth: February 1, 1975
- Age: 49
- Birthplace: Savannah, Georgia, U.S.
- Country: United States
- Occupation: American rapper, record producer, and actor.
- Height: 5’7
- Parents: Tony Kearse and Rowena Patton
- Siblings: 3, Jason Patton, James Patton and Marcus Patton
- Spouse: Sherita Patton (2003-2023)
- Children: 3, Bamboo Patton, Cross Patton, Jordan Patton
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net worth: $30 million.
Early life and education.
Big Boi was born on February 1, 1975, in Savannah, Georgia, United States, and was raised by parents Tony Kearse and Rowena Patton in a white Christian family. He grew up with his siblings Jason Patton, James Patton, and Marcus Patton.
Big Boi attended Herschel V. Jenkins High School before moving to Atlanta with his Aunt Renee, where he continued to pursue his musical interests at Tri-Cities High School, a visual and performing arts magnet school.
Profession
Big Boi is an American rapper, record producer and actor, best known as one half of the legendary hip-hop duo Outkast. The duo formed in the early 1990s with his childhood friend André 3000 and quickly rose to fame for their unique blend of Southern hip-hop, funk and R&B. Outkast’s music features an innovative sound that blends various musical styles to create a unique sound.
They also use their platform to explore important social issues such as racism, poverty, and the African American experience. Despite exploring heavy topics, Outkast’s music has been commercially successful, creating many hits and selling millions of albums.
Big Boi’s solo career has proven his talent and versatility as an artist. Through his solo albums, he continues to showcase his lyrical talents, delivering his signature lyrics with witty and clever rhymes. He also maintains a collaborative spirit, featuring many artists on his albums and consistently delivering high-quality music.
But Big Boi’s talents extend beyond music. He has also ventured into acting, appearing in films and television shows, showcasing his versatility and creativity. Throughout his career, he has remained a prominent figure in the hip-hop community, influencing countless artists and inspiring generations of fans.
Awards and nominations
- Winner of multiple Grammy Awards: album “Speakerboxxx/The Love Below” and track “Ms. Jackson”.
- Other awards: Multiple MTV Video Music Awards, BET Awards, and Soul Train Music Awards.
- Grammy Award: Notable is his solo album Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty.
- Other Nominations: Nominated for several music awards for his personal work.
- The Grammy Awards website will provide a detailed list of all Grammy-related awards and nominations.
- IMDb: Provides an overview of the awards and nominations received by Outkast and Big Boi.
Social media.
- Instagram account: @antwanetyler
Personal life
Big Boi is not only a successful rapper, but also a family man. He has been married to Sherlita Patton for 20 years and has two children: a daughter named Jordan and a son named Cross.
Furthermore, he also has an older son named Bamboo with his ex. Unfortunately, the couple divorced in 2023. However, Big Boi’s connection to the music industry goes far beyond his career.
His younger brother James is a rapper named Lil’ Brotha, a member of the hip-hop group Konkrete. Despite his fame, Big Boi remains down-to-earth and approachable. He often cites his family as an important source of support and inspiration.
Record/Movie Works
Personal album
- Sir Lucius Left Foot: Son of Chico Dusty (2010)
- Malicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors (2012)
- Exploding Universe(2017)
Collaborative Projects
- “Big Gram” (cooperation with Phantogram) (2015)
- Sleepover (with Sleepy Brown) (2021)
- Outkast (with André 3000)
- Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik (1994)
- ATLiens (1996)
- Aquamini (1998)
- Stankonia (2000)
- Speakerboxxx/The Love Below (2003)
- Idlewild (2006)
Movie
- Baby Driver(2017)
- Who’s Your Caddy? (2007)
- Superfly (2018)
- Idlewild (2006)
- Atlanta (2006)
TV Shows
- Trap (2017)
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2005)
net worth
Big Boi, also known as Antwan André Patton, is a famous American rapper, record producer and actor.
He rose to fame as one of the members of the hip-hop duo Outkast and has also released several solo albums. Thanks to his successful career in the music industry, Big Boi has an estimated net worth of $30 million.
