Celebrated Name: | Stormzy |
Real Name/Full Name: | Michael Ebennazor Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr. |
Gender: | Male |
Age: | 28 years old |
Birth Date: | 26 July 1993 |
Birth Place: | Croydon, London |
Nationality: | British |
Height: | 1.96m |
Weight: | 90kg |
Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
Marital Status: | In a Relationship |
Wife/Spouse: | N/A |
Children/Kids: | No |
Dating/Girlfriend: | Yasmine |
Is Stormzy Gay?: | No |
Profession: | Professional Rapper |
Salary: | N/A |
Net Worth in 2024: | $3 million |
Last Updated: | January 2024 |
Michael Ebennazor, aka Stormzy, is a famous British rapper, musician, and songwriter. He rose to prominence through his underground rap ciphers in the UK. His freestyle single, Shut Up on YouTube, which garnered a lot of attention as it went viral. The track reached number eight in the UK singles chart. He has since released other hit singles such as Own It, Wiley Flow, and Crown, among many more.
Maybe you know about Stormzy very well, but do you know how old and tall is he and what is his net worth in 2024? If you do not know, we have prepared this article about details of Stormzy’s short biography-wiki, career, professional life, personal life, today’s net worth, age, height, weight, and more facts. Well, if you’re ready, let’s start.
Early Life & Biography
Stormzy was born Michael Ebennazor Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr. on 26th July 1993 in Croydon, London. He was raised by a Ghanaian single mother by the name of Abigail Owour. Michael has two older sisters Rachael and Sylvia, and a younger step-brother by the name of Brandon.
He spent most of his childhood in Thornton Heath, where the family resided. There is not much information about his father other than he is a cab driver who was absent from their lives. His mother raised him as a Christian and often attended Elim Pentecostal Chapel with his extended family.
The renowned British rapper attained his education at Harris Academy South Norwood, where he began rapping at 11 years old. He later on, he attained his apprenticeship at Leamington Spa in Warwickshire.
Personal Life
The award-winning rapper prides in surrounding himself with strong women. Although he is not yet married, he has a taste in beautiful and independent women. He was in a long term relationship with a TV and radio sensational presenter known as Maya Jama. Sadly their four-year relationship did not last as the pair broke up due to reasons best known to them. He has his eyes currently locked on Victoria’s Secret model by the name of Yasmine Aisha Khalifa. Sources close to him say that he was smitten by the model ever since he saw her backstage at one of his events in Stockholm.
Stormzy is not known to be shy with his opinion when it comes to politics. He publicly endorsed Jeremy Corbyn of the Labour Party. He has, on several occasions, criticized British politicians and Prime Minister Theresa May.
Age, Height, and Weight
Being born on 26 July 1993, Stormzy is 28 years old as of today’s date 9th January 2024. His height is 1.96m tall, and his weight is 90 kg.
Career
Michael Kwadjo, who goes by the name of Stormzy as his stage name, started rapping at quite a young age. He used to go up against older rappers in his school days. His career in music took off after dominating the underground scene in the UK. He rose to fame after his series of freestyle rap took the airwaves by storm known as Wicked Skengman. Stormzy thereafter released his first extended play (EP), Dreamers Disease, in 2014. Later on, in the same year, he released another track I’m Fine, collaboration with rappers Chip and Shalo.
He released yet another single in 2015, Know Me From, which peaked at number 49 in UK Singles Chart. Additionally, he did a studio version of Shut Up that from his freestyle Wicked Skengman which reached number 18 of the UK Charts. Stormzy has been working tirelessly to establish himself as a rapper in the industry. He worked on his first studio album in 2017, known as Gang Signs and Prayer, that debut in February the same year. His fame had reached far and beyond the UK borders as the album reached number one on the UK Album Charts in March the same year.
Stormzy has continued to serve his fans with hit singles ever since. Moreover, his single Vossi Bop peaked at number one in UK Singles Chart surpassing artists such as Taylor Swift on her hit single “Me.” Stormzy thereafter released his second studio titled Heavy is the Head in 2019. He has also collaborated with renowned artists such as Ed Sheeran and Nigerian’s sensation Burna Boy among many
Awards & Achievements
The acclaimed British rapper has received several awards and nominations throughout his career. For instance, he won two categories in AIM Independent Music Award in 2016 for Innovator, and best played Independent act. His album Gang Signs and Prayer respectively won the following year’s award. Additionally, he also won the BBC Award for Artist of the year and BET’s UK and Europe best International Act. Among his list of awards garnered by the 26-year-old include the Brit and Global awards and many more.
Net Worth & Salary of Stormzy in 2024
The 28-year-old rapper has amassed his wealth through his rap career. He has worked hard for all that is accorded to him, and nothing is going to slow him down. He rakes in his income from the sale of his albums and records. In addition to that, he also does international tours, which play a role in increasing his earnings. Though he has not yet disclosed how much he makes annually, his net worth is estimated to be $3 million as of January 2024.
The artist believes that he deserves to be at the top. His positive vibe could be one of the reasons for his achievements so far. He is undoubtedly one of the celebrated British rappers in the UK and recognized in the world.