Biography
Michael Dapaah (born 10 August 1991), also known as Big Shaq, is a talented British-Ghanaian rapper, singer, actor and comedian. He is best known for being the host of a mock documentary series titled SWIL (Somewhere in London), which focuses on four characters and their journey to success.
He had great success with one of his singles titled Man’s Not Hot, which became a global hit. The song also boosted his popularity.
Let’s take a look at some interesting facts about the personal life and career of this talented stage artist.
British-Ghanaian actor
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| Full name: | Michael Dapaah |
| Stage name: | Big Shaq |
| Born: | August 10, 1991 (age 33) |
| Place of birth: | Croydon, United Kingdom |
| Nationality: | UK, Ghana |
| Height: | 1.75 minutes |
| Parents: | Joseph Dapaah |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Wife • Husband/wife: | Shy Snoochie |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Shy Snoochie |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Rapper • TV Personality |
| Net worth: | 1 million US dollars |
Early life and education
Michael Dapaah, commonly known as Big Shaq, was born on 10 August 1991. At 33 years old, he was born and raised in Croydon, South London, to first-generation Ghanaian immigrants.
When he was young, his parents wanted him to study science and become a medical doctor. However, Michael had a different vision. He was never interested in becoming a medical doctor. Instead, he directed his energy and focus into comedy and music.
He has a father named Joseph Dapaah but his mother’s name is not revealed in the media.
Michael ‘Big Shaq’ Dapaah spent part of his childhood in South Africa. He is also an ex-convict and served some time in a South African prison.
It is believed that he studied film, acting and theatre at Brunel University, and he also took a course at the National Youth Theatre in London.
Personal life
Michael Dapaah, also known as Big Shaq, is still single and hey presto! Big Shaq is off the market. He was seen sealing the deal with his partner, played by British radio DJ Snoochie Shy. The same person went on to ask him to take off his jacket in Man’s Not Hot.
After the video debuted, a slew of superstars, from English soccer stars to A-listers like Idris Elba, joined the virtual entertainment to compliment the rapper on his relationship. In the video for the single, Big Shaq took off his jacket, something he hasn’t done in three years.
Career
Michael ‘Big Shaq’ Dapaah started his professional career by hosting several social gatherings in the British African community for one of his comedy shows called Meet the Adebanjos, which revolved around a Nigerian family living in London.
In May 2017, Michael ‘Big Shaq’ Dapaah, along with his friend known only as Marv Brown, launched a mock documentary series on YouTube called SWIL (Somewhere in London).
The documentary recorded over 1 million views in the first fake documentary series in a short time. Michael ‘Big Shaq’ Dapaah created several characters named MC Quakez and Big Shaq in a series. Then, in 2020, Michael Dapaah began appearing in a fitness show called “Belly Must Go”.
Michael ‘Big Shaq’ Dapaah saw a rapid rise in fame and popularity after his debut on Charlie Sloth’s BBC Radio 1Xtra show titled “Fire in the Booth”. His popularity grew even further after he released one of his humorous rap songs titled “Man’s Not Hot”, which was released on 22 September 2017.
Net worth
Currently, Michael ‘Big Shaq’ Dapaah has an estimated net worth of $1 million. He earns most of his income through media-related activities and song sales.
Social media
- Instagram account name is @michaeldaapah.
- Twitter: @michaeldaapah
List of movies played
- Balance
- The man is not hot
- The man who doesn’t jump
- Duppy Daily
- Chicken Shop (Free)
