Biography
Post Malone – An American Rapper, Songwriter, Singer, as well as Record Producer
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Who is Post Malone?
Post Malone, an American rapper, songwriter, singer, as well as record producer. He was born on July 4, 1995, in Syracuse, New York, US. Born as Austin Richard Post, he is well-known for his professional name, Post Malone.
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Celebrated Name | Post Malone |
Profession | Rapper, Songwriter, Singer, and Record Producer |
Birth Date | July 4, 1995 |
Birth Place | Syracuse, New York, US |
Birth Name | Austin Richard Post |
Star Sign | Cancer |
Parents | Father: Rich Post Step-Mother: Jodie Post |
Nationality | American |
Ethnicity | White |
Height | 6 feet 0 inches |
Weight | 84 kg |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Net Worth | $14 million |
Bio
Post was born to Rich Post and his first wife. However, his parents divorced and his second wife, Jodie Post raised him. He holds an American nationality, and as per ethnicity, belongs to White. With the height of 6 feet and weight about 84 kg, he has been able to maintain his body fit.
Early Life
Post from his early life, he loved to watch the video games, “Guitar Hero”. Also, he was interested in music. So, in 2010, he gave an audition for an American rock band, “Crown the Empire”, however, got rejected. The next year, when he was 16 years, he made the first-ever mixtape named, “Young and After Them Riches”. For the video, he used the digital audio editor Audacity. Creating the video, he became the “Most Likely to Become Famous” as a senior in his school. Eventually, Post worked at a Chicken Express, in his teenage.
For his education, he attended Grapevine High School. Later, he enrolled in Tarrant County College. However, he left it incomplete and moved to Los Angeles, California, along with his friend Jason Probst, who was also a professional game streamer.
Career
Post started his career making the group BLCKVRD, along with other artists and producers. Then, they together started creating music. In August 2015, Post released the song, “White Iverson”, where he was also the writer. Besides, the song became a hit and had more than one million views within a month. This made Post gain popularity. Also, in the same year, he signed a contract with Republic Records.
Furthermore, he also performed at the 18th birthday event of Kylie Jenner, in August 2015. In the party, Kanya West became impressed by his voice and asked him to join on his single “Fade” of the album, “The Life of Pablo”. Subsequently, Post then recorded with numerous rappers including Young Thug and 50 Cent. Also, in 2016, he joined Justin Bieber in the opening act of the Bieber’s Purpose World Tour.
Likewise, on April 20, 2016, he released another song “Go Flex”. In the same year, he released his first full-length mixtape named, “August 26”. Moreover, he appeared on the TV in “Jimmy Kimmel Live“. Likewise, on December 9, 2016, he released another album, “Stoney”. Moreover, the album became a hit and was able to be on the Top 6 on the US Billboard 200.
Furthermore, Post released his new track with Ty Dolla Sign on February 20, 2018. Also, the song became in the top position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Later, in April 2018, he released his second album, “Beerbongs & Bentleys”.
Net Worth
Post has been able to earn popularity from his professional career. Likewise, he also has earned a handsome amount of money. His net worth is estimated to be about $14 million.
Personal Life of Post Malone
Post Malone was once in a rumor to be in a relationship with Ashlen. However, this was not confirmed. Probably, now Post is single and searching for the perfect girl to be by his side.