Dr. Dre
S- Birthday
- February 18, 1965
- Age
- 60
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $500M
About
Dr. Dre, born Andre Romell Young, is an iconic American rapper, record producer, record executive, and actor. He is the founder and CEO of Aftermath Entertainment and Beats Electronics, and co-founded the influential Death Row Records. Dr. Dre first gained prominence as a member of the World Class Wreckin' Cru before achieving superstardom with the groundbreaking gangsta rap group N.W.A. His contributions have significantly shaped the landscape of hip-hop, particularly in the West Coast scene, and he remains a highly influential figure in the music industry.
Career Timeline
World Class Wreckin' Cru
Begins career with World Class Wreckin' Cru, early earnings modest.
N.W.A. Formation and Impact
Forms N.W.A, and 'Straight Outta Compton' helps popularize gangsta rap.
'The Chronic' Solo Success
Releases 'The Chronic', pioneering the G-funk sound and solidifying his influence.
Aftermath Entertainment Founded
Founds Aftermath Entertainment, mentoring artists like Eminem and 50 Cent.
Mentoring Eminem
Mentors Eminem and helps the artist rise to global stardom.
Beats Electronics Founded
Co-founds Beats Electronics, expanding his influence beyond music.
Beats Sold to Apple
Apple acquires Beats for $3 billion, significantly increasing his wealth and solidifying his business acumen.
Compton album Release
Releases the album Compton which proves to be highly popular.
Hip-Hop Icon and Mogul
Dr. Dre remains a highly influential figure in music and business, continuing to shape hip-hop culture and the music industry, with the ongoing success of Aftermath and his continued association with Apple.
