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Jeffery Lamar Williams (born August 16, 1991), formally known as Young Thug, is a skilled rapper, actor, and songwriter from the United States.
He is often considered a generational influencer as his music has greatly influenced the modern sound of hip-hop and trap music. Young Thug is also known for his eccentric vocal style and fashion sense.
He launched his independent music career in 2011 with a single titled “I Came from Nothing”. In 2013, he signed to Gucci Mane’s 1017 Records. Take a sneak peek and learn some interesting facts about this talented rapper.
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Name: | Jeffrey Lamar Williams |
stage name: | Young Thug |
Date of Birth: | August 16, 1991 (33 years old) |
place of birth: | Sylvan Hills, Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
Country of Citizenship: | American |
high: | 1.91 m |
parents: | not applicable |
Brothers and sisters: | not applicable |
Wife • Spouse: | Jerrika Karlae (engaged in 2015) |
Girlfriend • Partner: | Amy Luciani (front), LaKevia Jackson |
Children: | Jacob Williams, Jamil Williams |
Profession: | Rapper • Songwriter |
net worth: | $8 million |
Early life and education
Jeffery Lamar Williams, better known as Young Thug, was born on August 16, 1991. He was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
Currently, not much is known about the early years of this talented rapper. TheCityCeleb is yet to confirm the identity of his parents and siblings.
However, Young Thug reportedly lost a brother at a young age. His brother was shot and killed outside his home.
TheCityCeleb is still unsure which school the rapper actually attends.
Personal life
Young Thug is the proud father of six adorable children (three sons and three daughters) born to four women. His second son is named Jacob and the third son is named Jahmir.
Young Thug reportedly became a father at the age of 17. In April 2015, he proposed to swimwear brand owner Jerrika Karlae, whose mother manages Young Dolph.
In September 2016, he purchased his first home after releasing a mixtape titled Jeffery. The house he purchased is called The Buckhead and is located in Atlanta. The house has six bedrooms, eleven bathrooms, a bar, a media room, and a four-car garage.
Yung Thug has dated Amy Luciani and the late LaKevia Jackson.
Profession
Young Thug began his music career in 2010 when he guest-sang on the song “She Can Go” with the band TruRoyal. He subsequently released the first three parts of the mixtape series “I Came from Nothing” in 2011 and 2012.
Young Thug caught the attention of Gucci Mane, a famous Atlanta rapper, who signed him to his record label, 1017 Brick Squad Records, in 2013.
net worth
Young Thug has achieved great success in his career over the past few years. His net worth is estimated to be as high as $8 million. Most of his wealth comes from the entertainment industry.
Social Media
- Instagram account: thuggerthugger1
Discography
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