Famous Dex - Bio, Net Worth, Height

ORIGIN
Famous Dex is an American rapper from Chicago, Illinois. He was formerly known by the stage name “Black Migo Dex.” His discography includes the album, Dex Meets Dexter (2018), and the mixtapes, Dexter’s Laboratory (2015), Drippy (2016), Heartbreak Kid (2016), and Different (2016). He’s known for songs like “Japan”, “Drip From My Walk” and “Pick It Up” featuring Asap Rocky. Dex was born Dexter Tiewon Gore, Jr. on September 6, 1993, in Chicago, Illinois. His mother, Diane, died in 2015 after battling breast cancer. Dex grew up in Englewood, Chicago. He attended Robeson High School, the same school as rapper Lil Durk. He also played basketball during high school.

CAREER
Dex began pursuing music full-time shortly after his mom’s death. He gained early attention with a remix of Chief Keef‘s “Kobe” and of Dej Loaf‘s “Try Me.” He continued his success with the mixtapes Never Seen it Coming (2015) and Dexter’s Laboratory (2015). The single “Drippy Drippy” was released in late 2015. Dex gained widespread recognition with the release of Drippy (2016). The 10-track tape featured songs like “Geek”, “Kick It” and “Do What I Do.” It included guest artists like Pachino, Man Man Savage, and Famous Irv.

In 2016, Dex became the first rapper signed to Rich the Kid‘s label ‘Rich Forever Music’. This was done through a distribution deal with 300 Entertainment. His hit single “Drip from My Walk” was released around this time. The mixtape, #OhhMannGodddammn, hosted by Dj Shon was released in May 2016. It was led by the songs “Kanye”, “4real” and “Hit Em Wit It.” Famous Dex has collaborated with up-and-coming artists like Lil Bibby, Billionaire Black and Lil Tracy. He cited Wiz Khalifa as one of his favorite rappers.

In 2016, Dex was featured on Carnage’s single “RARI” alongside Lil Yachty and Ugly God. He followed up with projects Different (2016), Dexter The Robot (2016) and Rich Forever 2 (2016). 2017 saw the release of tracks “My Year”, “Don’t Trip” and “RAMUF” featuring Diego Money. His last tape of 2017, Read About It, arrived on Christmas Day. It was supported by tracks “Up” with Ski Mask The Slump God, “A Must” with Trippie Redd and “Spam” featuring Jay Critch and Rich The Kid. The non album single “In the Bank” arrived in January 2018.

Dex’s full-length solo album, Dex Meets Dexter, was released in April 2018 by 300 Entertainment and Rich Forever Music. It peaked at #12 on the Billboard 200 and top-10 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. His debut boasted bangers like “Pick It Up”, “Light” and “Japan.” The latter rose to #28 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also became his most-watched music video on YouTube with 92+ million views. Dex’s more recent singles include “Rockstar Lifestyle” and “Pacers.” His music reaches 7+ million monthly listeners on Spotify.

PERSONAL
Famous Dex is about 5ft 10in tall and he’s of African-American, Jamaican, Moroccan, Canadian and Indian ancestry. His net worth is estimated at $6 million USD. In addition to music, he sells a variety of online merchandise including t-shirts, socks, caps, hoodies, and denim. Dex was a front-runner for the 2017 XXL Freshman Class. He was snubbed from the XXL cover due to a September 2016 video that showed him assaulting a female. The woman turned out to be his now ex-girlfriend.

Famous Dex Real Name, Birthday, Wiki

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