Dr. Dre

BORN: Feb 18, 1965
AGE:59
NET WORTH:$820 Million
HEIGHT:6
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Real Name: Andre Romelle Young

Aliases: The Doctor, D.R.E, Brickhard & The Mechanic

BORN:
Feb 18, 1965
AGE:
59
NET WORTH:
$820 Million
HEIGHT:
6

BIO

Dr. Dre is one of the all-time great producers in the history of Rap music. His career began as the DJ of the World Class Wreckin’ Cru before co-founding N.W.A. with Eazy-E in 1986. Not only did Dre help to put Compton, CA on the map, but he is one of the innovators of the West Coast sound and widely regarded as the father of the Gangsta Rap sonic aesthetic. Over the past 35 years, Dr. Dre has also become a successful record label owner, music executive, creative entrepreneur, tech mogul and visionary.

PROPS

  • Co-founded N.W.A and served as their main producer on Ruthless Records
  • Was the main component in Suge Knight’s Death Row Records empire
  • Started Aftermath/Interscope Records after leaving Death Row
  • Co-founded Beats By Dre/Beats Electronics LLC with Jimmy Iovine in 2006
  • Sold Beats By Dre to Apple Inc. in 2014 for $3.2 billion.
  • In June 2015, Dr. Dre’s online radio station Beats 1 launched on Apple Music after Beats Music dissolved. Beats also has divisions that encompasses the spaces of media and film.
  • Produced hits for N.W.A 2Pac, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent, Eazy-E, Michel’le, The D.O.C., The Game, Eve, Bilal, Busta Rhymes, Xzibit and more.
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Top Dr. Dre Questions

Is Dr. Dre a billionaire?
Currently Dr. Dre is not a billionaire due to the fact he and Jimmy Iovine were given $400 million in Apple stock to split as opposed to them both splitting $3.2 billion outright back in 2014.
What is Dr.Dre’s net worth?
As of November 2020, Dr. Dre’s approximate net worth is $820 million.
Why was Dr. Dre deposed?
Dr. Dre was deposed on November 30th, 2020 in his ongoing divorce proceeding from his estranged wife Nicole who filed after 24 years of marriage citing irreconcilable differences.
Is Dr. Dre coming out with a new album?
According to music artist and media entity Page Kennedy, Dr. Dre is close to completing a new album due in 2021.
Did Dr. Dre lose his leg?
No. The OTHER Doctor Dre (“Yo! MTV Raps” co-host) has recently suffered a leg amputation due to health complications stemming from diabetes.
Does Dr. Dre have a mistress?
He allegedly has multiple, among them include singer/songwriter Jillian Speer, skin care entrepreneur Kili Anderson and Latinx Hip Hop artist Crystal Sierra.
Is Dr. Dre still owed money by Ruthless Records for his old production?
No, but Doctor Dre of Def Jam group Original Concept is due to the fact Dr. Dre sampled “Knowledge Me” and “Pump That Bass” for early N.W.A. productions and Doctor Dre, the producer of both tracks was never compensated. He disclosed this in a recent on-camera interview.
How many children does Dr. Dre have?
In total, Dr. Dre sired 6 children. 4 from previous relationships and 2 with his now estranged wife Nicole. His son Andre Jr. died back in 2008 from a drug overdose.
Will Dr. Dre do a VERZUZ battle with Diddy?
All signs point to yes but as of December 2020, terms are still being negotiated by both parties.
What is Dr. Dre’s real name?
Dr. Dre’s real name is Andre Romelle Young.

Dr. Dre

Real name: Andre Romelle Young

Aliases: The Doctor, D.R.E, Brickhard & The Mechanic

Dr. Dre Accused Of Having Love Child With Mistress In Billion-Dollar Divorce That Won't End

Dr. Dre Accused Of Having Love Child With Mistress In Billion-Dollar Divorce That Won't End

News | Oct 4, 2021, 4:14 PM PDT

Eazy-E Deserves Super Bowl LVI Shoutout From Fellow N.W.A Legend Dr. Dre His Daughter Says

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News | Oct 3, 2021, 8:06 AM PDT

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Dr. Dre, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg & Mary J. Blige's Super Bowl Has Fans Berserk

News | Oct 1, 2021, 8:25 AM PDT

How Dr. Dre's 'The Chronic' Inspired JAY-Z’s 'Vol. 3'

JAY-Z's 'Vol. 3' Was Influenced By Dr. Dre's 'The Chronic', Reveals Former Roc-A-Fella A&R

News | Sep 30, 2021, 3:28 PM PDT

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Dr. Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige & Kendrick Lamar Booked For Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show

Dr. Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige & Kendrick Lamar Booked For Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show

News | Sep 30, 2021, 2:25 PM PDT

Ice-T Reminds Twitter Dr. Dre Credits Him With Starting Gangsta Rap

Ice-T Reminds Twitter Dr. Dre Credits Him With Starting Gangsta Rap

News | Sep 27, 2021, 9:04 AM PDT

Dr. Dre Ordered To Fork Over Even More Millions To Estranged Wife In Spiraling Divorce

Dr. Dre Ordered To Fork Over Even More Millions To Estranged Wife In Spiraling Divorce

News | Sep 22, 2021, 4:07 PM PDT

Jermaine Dupri Flexes The One Thing Diddy Can't Buy As Verzuz Debate Continues

Jermaine Dupri Flexes The One Thing Diddy Can't Buy As Verzuz Debate Continues

News | Sep 21, 2021, 10:26 AM PDT

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Fat Joe Faces Critics After Calling Ja Rule Collaborators Lil Mo & Vita 'Dusty Bitches'

Fat Joe Faces Critics After Calling Ja Rule Collaborators Lil Mo & Vita 'Dusty Bitches'

News | Sep 15, 2021, 12:23 PM PDT

T.I. Compares Diddy To 50 Cent For Avoiding Verzuz Battle

T.I. Compares Diddy Ducking Jermaine Dupri In Verzuz To 50 Cent Going Ghost

News | Sep 15, 2021, 7:50 AM PDT