Real Name: Dwayne Carter Jr.

Aliases: Tunechi, Weezy, Weezy F. Baby, President Carter

BORN:

Sep 27, 1982

AGE:

42

NET WORTH:

150 million

HEIGHT:

5’5”

BIO

Lil Wayne has been in the music business since the age of 13, he became a cornerstone of Cash Money Records and built his audience and reputation as one of the Hot Boys and by making hits as a Cash Money Millionaire under Baby, Slim, and DJ Mannie Fresh.Lil Wayne became an icon as he entered adulthood between releasing classic albums and flooding the streets and the internet with classic mixtapes. The Young Money general has often been referred to as one of the greatest rappers alive from Rap fans of a specific age group.

PROPS

Founded Young Money Entertainment in 2005
Signed Drake and Nicki Minaj
Young Money has accounted for 14 #1 albums on the Billboard 200 chart
20 Platinum, 7 Gold Singles singles
3 Platinum albums
5 Grammy Awards
4 Billboard Music Awards
1 American Music Award

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Top Lil Wayne Questions

Did the B.B. King estate take issue with Lil’ Wayne and Drake’s song “B.B. King Freestyle”?

They recently made a statement that they had no issue with it.

How old is Reginae Carter?

Her controversial maskless group gathering in the age of COVID was for her 22nd birthday party.

What is Lil Wayne’s net worth?

Lil’ Wayne’s current net worth is approximately 150 million USD (2020)

Is Lil Wayne’s “No Ceilings 3” a precursor to an upcoming album?

Yes. “I Am Not A Human Being III” has been announced for a 2021 release.

Why did Lil Wayne endorse Donald Trump in 2020 ?

Both 50 Cent and Killer Mike maintain that Donald Trump paid Lil’ Wayne upwards of 1 million dollars to endorse him this past November.

Did Lil Wayne really say Missy Elliott was his favorite rapper?

He said as much on an episode of DJ Khaled’s Amazon Music Podcast.

Is Lil Wayne going back to jail?

Lil Wayne was facing federal charges of gun possession and ammunition by a felon which carries a possible sentence of 10 years in jail. However he got pardoned by President Trump in Jan 2021.

Does Lil Wayne have an online radio show?

He sponsors one called Young Money Radio

Did Lil Wayne and Denise Bidot break up over his endorsement of Donald Trump?

No. They broke up for a short period and have seemingly reconciled, and most recently gotten married (April 2021)

Does Lil Wayne regret saying the “F” stands for “phenomenal” on a record?

Reportedly yes. And the record/song is called 'Yes'

Lil Wayne

Real name: Dwayne Carter Jr.

Aliases: Tunechi, Weezy, Weezy F. Baby, President Carter

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Lil Wayne Accused Of Abusing Ex-Girlfriend, Kicking Her Out Of House

News | May 12, 2025, 2:00 AM PDT

Lil Wayne Introduces The 'New Era' Of Young Money

Lil Wayne Introduces the 'New Era' Of Young Money

News | May 7, 2025, 1:00 AM PDT

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Lil Wayne Says Eminem Is His Hip Hop ‘Quarterback’

News | Apr 30, 2025, 4:33 PM PDT

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Ben Affleck Places Lil Wayne, Slick Rick & More On His Hip Hop Mount Rushmore

News | Apr 30, 2025, 1:00 AM PDT

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Lil Wayne Teams Up With Mitchell & Ness For A ‘Carter VI’-Inspired Green Bay Packers Collection

Lil Wayne Teams Up With Mitchell & Ness For A ‘Carter VI’-Inspired Green Bay Packers Collection

News | Apr 25, 2025, 3:00 AM PDT

Lil Wayne Accused Of Abusing Ex-Girlfriend And Kicking Her Out Of House On Mother's Day

Lil Wayne Unveils The Cover Art For 'Tha Carter VI'

News | Apr 23, 2025, 12:00 AM PDT

Lil Wayne Defends Taking Picture With Donald Trump

Lil Wayne Defends Taking Picture With Donald Trump

News | Apr 22, 2025, 6:00 AM PDT

Lil Wayne Jokes About Papoose's Taste In Women Amid Remy Ma Vs. Claressa Shields Drama

Lil Wayne Jokes About Papoose's Taste In Women Amid Remy Ma Vs. Claressa Shields Drama

News | Apr 22, 2025, 1:00 AM PDT

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Lil Wayne No Longer Wants To Do Super Bowl Halftime After Kendrick Lamar Issue: 'They Stole That Feeling'

Lil Wayne No Longer Wants To Do Super Bowl Halftime After Kendrick Lamar Issue: 'They Stole That Feeling'

News | Apr 17, 2025, 2:29 PM PDT

Lil Wayne Reveals Star-Studded 'Tha Carter 6' Features, Teases Joint Album With His Sons

Lil Wayne Reveals Star-Studded 'Tha Carter 6' Features, Teases Joint Album With His Sons

News | Apr 17, 2025, 7:40 AM PDT