Gillie Da Kid is an American Rapper and Songwriter from Philadelphia in the United States of America.
The veteran artist and record label boss is also associated with a rap crew called Major Figgas.
Before fame, Gillie Da Kid had worked as a ghostwriter for some big shots in the industry.
Most notably was Lil Wayne whose credits to the former gave him more star power, in addition to his raw talent.
Read more to learn about his age, girlfriend, wiki, networth, bio, height, weight, family, ethnicity, nationality, religion, facts and more.
What is Gillie Da Kid’s real name?
The multi-dimensional creative goes by the real name, Nasir Fard.
However his first brand identity is Gillie Da Kid whilst his social media handles are ran under Gillie Da King.
Gillie Da Kid Wiki/Biography
Gillie Da Kid was ushered into this part of planet through birth on the 1st of January, 1984 in Philadelphia, the largest and most populous city in Pennsylvania, USA.
He is a Capricorn.
Gillie Da Kid identifies as an American with African-American ethnic roots.
As is the convention of life, he had elementary and High School education in his country home.
For High School, Gillie Da Kid was students’ at Ben Franklin High School, Philadelphia, graduating in the year 2002.
Going further, the rapper pursued a degree program in Marketing and Business Administration in Cabrini College located in the Radnor township.
Contrary to expectations of whomever may have been sponsor of this process, Gillie Da Kid didn’t give them the chance to have a shoulder raise moment as he ended the program halfway through it.
Real Name | Nasir Fard |
Nickname | Gillie Da Kid, Gillie Da King, King Dillie, King Philly |
Profession | Rapper, Songwriter, Record Label Manager |
Age | 40 years old (as of 2024) |
Date of Birth | 1st January, 1984 |
Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
Homeplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Nationality | American |
Ethnicity | African-American (Mixed) |
Religion | Christianity |
Height | 5’9” |
Weight | 79 kg |
Education | Ben Franklin High School, Philadelphia (2002) Cabrini College, Radnor Township, Pennsylvania |
Hobbies | Podcasting, Playing Basketball, Hanging out with family, Creating comic content |
Famous for | Rap career, Songwriting, Record Label Management |
Gillie Da Kid Family and Girlfriend
Gillie Da Kid is from an African-American family that resided in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The renowned underground rapper has a family made from his own manly strength.
Gillie is married to cosmetics craftsperson, Regina who he affectionately calls Toot.
His wife frequently appears in his comic videos where both parties are always friendly and enviably attached to each other.
Gillie Da Kid with his dearly beloved wife with whom he has been with since 1998 have five children together.
Apart from their other children who are not in the spotlight, Gillie Da Kid had a son who was also gaining prominence in the rap world.
His name was YNG Cheese and would have gone as far as having his name go round like rally cry just as his father’s if he had not tragically passed away.
YNG Cheese was killed in a gang shooting incident in Philadelphia.
An incident that shook the streets of Philadelphia.
Before his demise though, Gillie Da Kid had a grandchild from YNG Cheese, who perhaps gives him a consolation of his son in dark moments.
Currently, Gillie Da Kid’s third child, Nyla has piqued an interest in music and is pursuing the craft.
Perhaps, he may continue his father’s legacy when mother nature take its course.
Gillie Da Kid Age, Height and More
Gillie Da Kid is 40 years of age in 2024.1.31
He stands at an average height of 5’9’’ and weighs about 79 kilogram.
Gillie Da Kid maintains a bald a hairstyle which he mostly has clad with a baseball cap. His eye colour is dark shimmering brown.
Career
The all-rounded creative and “King of Philly” as he is tagged by his fans is a key player in the underground rap scenery of Philadelphia with a global stretch too.
Before he grew to become this popular and influential, Gillie Da Kid was like every other regular person trying to get their shots at life.
He begun his rap career in the 2000s.
But hit a major milestone when it became known that he was one of Lil Wayne’s most valuable ghostwriter.
With this feat, Gillie Da Kid joined forces with his cousin, Wallo to form a rap group called the Major Figgas.
After recording series of album successes with the group, all 7 of them including Gillie challenged themselves to go solo.
Although they still very much have a great bond till date.
Whilst making strides at this, the comic and talented personality wanted more; a diverse creative output as well as source of revenue.
And so Gillie Da Kid started the Million $ Worth of Game podcast together with his cousin, Wallo which has gone on to sign a major deal with Bartool Sports.
Outside a completely creative space, he is the co-founder of a multi-million clothing merchanise called Figga Gang.
The rapper, songwriter and business guru is respected by fellow artistes and fans all around the world as his approach to his career is unique, setting him apart from every other regular.
Gillie Da Kid Net Worth
This iconic individual has an estimated networth of $5 million.
He owes his wealth to his long-standing music career and business acumen.
Not to mention how his influence and huge persona has earned him ambassadorial deals that are worth fine sums.
Facts
- Gillie is popularly referred to as King of Philly by his fans.
- Gillie runs a podcast called Million Dollaz Worth of Game.
- Gillie has made creative explorations with production of films such as Blood Brotha and Caged Animal.
- Gillie has once been honored with the Best Mixtape and Best Song-Rap/ Hiphop award.