Percy Robert Miller Sr., better known as Master P, is a rapper, entrepreneur, actor, and philanthropist.
He rose to prominence in the 1990s as the founder and CEO of No Limit Records, one of hip-hop’s most successful independent record labels.
He has also appeared in several films and television shows and gives back to the community through various charitable causes.
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- Full name: Percy Robert Miller Sr.
- Stage name: Master P
- Date of Birth: April 29, 1970
- Age: 53
- Birthplace: Uptown New Orleans, Louisiana
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Rapper, entrepreneur, actor and philanthropist.
- Height: 1.93 m
- Parents: Josie Miller, Percy Miller
- Siblings: C-Murder, Kevin Miller, Silkk the Shocker, Germaine Miller.
- Spouse: Sonya C
- Children: Romeo Miller, Macy Miller, Simphnik Miller, Hercy Miller, Tatiana Miller, Vino Miller, Yang V, Etalie Miller, and Indy Miller.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $200 million
Early life and education
Master P, whose real name is Percy Miller, was born on April 29, 1970 in the Uptown Third Ward of New Orleans, Louisiana.
He was raised by his parents Josie and Percy Miller and his three siblings C-Murder, Kevin Miller, Silkk the Shocker, and Germaine Miller.
Despite winning an athletic scholarship to the University of Houston, he dropped out of school and moved to Richmond to study business at Merritt Junior College in Oakland.
This decision led him to pursue a career in music and become a successful rapper, entrepreneur and philanthropist.
Profession
Percy Robert Miller, also known as Master P, is a highly influential figure in the music industry. Master P rose to fame in the late 1980s, beginning his music career as a member of the hip-hop band TRU.
After the band’s success, he began a solo career and founded the record label No Limit Records in 1991.
With his catchy lyrics and entrepreneurial spirit, he gained mainstream recognition in the mid-1990s and built No Limit Records into a strong record company, signing many successful artists and launching their solo careers.
His album “Slum D” went platinum in 1997, cementing his status as an industry luminary.
Master P has also ventured into other industries such as film, television and fashion, further cementing his status as a multi-faceted mogul.
He also became a philanthropist, using his success to give back to the community and help others realize their dreams.
Despite the challenges and setbacks, Master P remains a role model and inspiration to us, proving that hard work, determination and innovation can lead to great success.
Master P is a multi-talented entrepreneur whose success extends far beyond the music industry. He has invested in various businesses such as clothing lines, film production, and video games.
In addition, he established theLet Children Grow Foundation” to give back to the community and support youth development.
Not content with conquering only the world of music and business, Master P also ventured into show business, starring inFast 60 seconds” and “Hollywood Murders.”
Awards and nominations
victory:
- 2001: American Music Awards – Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist
- 2000: Acapulco Black Film Festival – Black Star Award (Film Entrepreneur)
- 2019: City Film Festival – Jury Prize (Best Feature Film) (shared with Romeo Miller and Corey Grant) for I Got the Hook Up 2
NAACP Awards (2):
- community service
- Promoting education for the next generation
Nominations:
- 1998: MTV Video Music Awards (VMA) – Best Rap Video (“Make ‘Em Say Uhh!”)
- Master P has also been recognized by various publications and organizations, including:
- 2005: Ranked #36 on VH1’s “50 Greatest Hip-Hop Artists”
- 2008: “Make ‘Em Say Uhh!” ranked #94 on VH1’s “100 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs”
bet:
- Ranked #28 on the “Most Influential Rappers of All Time”
- Listed as one of the “25 Most Influential Black Music Executives”
social media
- Instagram: @masterp
- Twitter: @MasterPMiller
- Facebook: @masterp
personal life
Master P, 53, also known as Percy Robert Miller, was married to Sonya C. Miller for 24 years, from 1989 to 2014.
The two met in college and have seven children together. However, their relationship ultimately ended in divorce in 2014, with infidelity being a factor in the split.
Despite the difficulties, Master P said he still respects Sonya because she is the mother of his children. Master P is a father of nine children.
He had seven children with Sonya C. Romeo Miller, Mercy Miller, Cymphonique Miller, Hercy Miller, Tytyana Miller, Veno Miller, Young V, Itali Miller and Inty Miller.
Discography
- Get Away Clean (1991) (released by In-A-Minute Records)
- Mama’s Bad Boy (1992) (released by SOLAR Records)
- The Ghettos Tryin’ to Kill Me! (1994) (released by Priority Records)
- 99 Ways to Die (1995) (released by No Limit Records)
- Ice Cream Man (1996) (released by No Limit Records)
- Ghetto D (1997) (released by No Limit Records)
- MP da Last Don (1998) (released by No Limit Records)
- Only God Can Judge Me (1999) (released by No Limit Records)
- Ghetto Postage (2000) (released by No Limit Records)
- Game Face (2001) (released by No Limit Records)
- The Good Side, The Bad Side (2004) (released by Guttar Music Entertainment)
- Slumdog Bill: The Best Crook in the Game (2005) (released by Guttar Music Entertainment)
- The Gift (2013) (released by No Limit Forever Records and XLP Distribution)
- Empire, From the Streets to Hollywood (2015) (released by No Limit Forever Records and Globy House Records)
net worth
Master P, also known as Percy Miller, is an American rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He rose to fame as a rapper in the 1990s and eventually founded his own record label, No Limit Records.
Besides music, Master P has also had successful forays into film, television and even sports management.
His hard work and business acumen have earned him a net worth of approximately $200 million, making him one of the richest figures in the entertainment industry.
