Edited Biography:
William Jonathan Drayton Jr., better known by his stage name Flavor Flav, was born on March 16, 1959, in Roosevelt, New York, United States. From an early age, Flav demonstrated a strong affinity for music. He began playing piano at the age of five without formal guidance, and later joined his church's youth choir as a singer. Over time, he also gained proficiency in playing the drums and guitar.
Academically, Flav faced challenges and dropped out of high school in the 11th grade. In 1978, however, he graduated from a culinary school, which paved the way for early employment in various restaurants. He later attended Adelphi University, where he met future collaborator Chuck D—an encounter that would prove pivotal to his musical career.
Flavor Flav co-founded the influential hip-hop group Public Enemy in the early 1980s. Known for his high-energy presence and eccentric persona, Flav served as the group's "hype man," supporting frontman Chuck D. In 1984, the group released their first track, "Public Enemy #1," which caught the attention of Def Jam Recordings' Rick Rubin.
Public Enemy released their debut album, Yo! Bum Rush the Show, in 1987. The following year, their breakthrough album, It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, catapulted the group to fame. Their 1989 anthem "Fight the Power" solidified their status as cultural icons and mainstream stars. Flav maintained his popularity through his dynamic performances and signature clock necklace.
Flavor Flav expanded his presence beyond music into television. He gained widespread attention as a reality TV personality, initially appearing on VH1's The Surreal Life. He later starred in Strange Love and the dating show Flavor of Love, both of which bolstered his mainstream fame. During the second season of Flavor of Love, he released his debut solo album, Flavor Flav.
In addition to reality shows, Flav ventured into acting. He portrayed Calvester Hill in the MyNetworkTV sitcom Under One Roof, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer across different media.
| Birth Date: | 16 Mar, 1959 |
| Age: | 61 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Long Island |
| Education: | Adelphi University |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American rapper |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
