Tyler The Creator Biography: Age, Real Name, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Parents, Nationality
Tyler The Creator Biography—Tyler Gregory Okonma, popularly called Tyler The Creator, is a multi-talented artist with a wide range of creative pursuits. He is best known for his rapping skills, producing many beats.
He contributes both rap and melodies and lyrics to his music, thus showcasing his skills as a singer and songwriter.
Tyler The Creator doesn’t only produce his music but also makes for other artists showcasing his talents as a record producer.
He is known for his outstanding and often wacky music videos, which he sometimes directs. Furthermore, he is also a fashion designer, having founded his clothing line, Golf Wang among others.
Tyler The Creator Details
Full Name: Tyler Gregory Okonma,
Stage Name: Tyler, the Creator
Born: March 6, 1991,
Age: 33 years old
Birthplace: Hawthorne, California
Nationality: American
Occupation: Rapper, Record Producer, Actor and Songwriter
Height: 1.88 m
Parent: Mr. and Mrs. Walter Whitman
Siblings: unknown
Spouse: Reign Judge
Children: unknown
Relationship: Dating
Net Worth: $30 million to $60million
Tyler The Creator Early Life and Education
Tyler The Creator (Tyler Gregory Okonma) was born in Hawthorne, California, and was raised by his mother after his Nigerian father left the family. Hence, he grew up without a father figure in his life. He often credits his mother as his rock and greatest source of inspiration.
He spent hours designing imaginary album covers and writing tracklists, long before he had access to music production tools. At an early age of 14, he taught himself to play the piano and began experimenting with beat-making software like Fruity Loops.
Tyler Gregory Okonma attended 12 different schools, which exposed him to diverse environments and contributed to his creative perspective. While the constant moving was challenging, it also contributed to his artistic growth.
Tyler The Creator Career
Tyler The Creator (Tyler Gregory Okonma) started his career in 2007 when he co-founded Odd Future (OFWGKTA).
The group became a launchpad for talents like Frank Ocean and Earl Sweatshirt while challenging traditional hip-hop norms with raw unapologetic music.
He is a rapper, singer, and songwriter best known for his creative and genre-bending music that is often classified as alternative hip-hop.
Tyler The Creator rose to fame as the leader of the influential rap collective Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All just like we stated before.
He has also had a successful solo career, releasing several critically acclaimed albums. Also, in addition to his music career, he is a fashion designer who founded the famous streetwear brand Golf Wang, known for its skater and hip-hop-inspired clothing and sneakers.
As a music video director, he is known for his unique style and often uses Wolf Haley’s pseudonym for his work. He also founded and continues to organize the annual Camp Flow Gnaw Carnival, a famous music festival that has featured big names such as Drake and the like.
Tyler The Creator Nominations and Awards
Grammy Awards: Best Rap Album (2020 for “IGOR”, 2022 for “Call Me If You Get Lost”)
MTV Video Music Awards: Best New Artist (2011 for “Yonkers”)
Brit Awards: International Male Solo Artist (2020)
BET Hip Hop Awards: (multiple wins, exact number may vary by source)
Grammy Awards: Album of the Year (2013 for Frank Ocean’s “Channel Orange” – featured artist)
Grammy Awards: Best Melodic Rap Performance (2022 for “WusYaName”)
MTV Video Music Awards: Video of the Year (2011 for “Yonkers”)
MTV Video Music Awards: Best Direction (2021 for “Lumberjack”)
Tyler The Creator Discography
Bastard (2009)
Goblin (2011)
Wolf (2013)
Cherry Bomb (2015)
Flower Boy (2017)
Igor (2019)
Call Me If You Get Lost (2021)
Tyler The Creator EPs
Tyler, The Creator – Music Inspired by Illumination & Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2018)
Tyler The Creator Singles
Numerous singles across his career, including popular hits like “Yonkers,” “She,” “Earthquake,” and “WusYaName.”
Tyler The Creator Filmography
Igor (2019) (Short film companion to his album of the same name)
Loiter Squad (2012-2013) (MTV Adult Swim comedy series co-created by Tyler)
Voice acting roles in various shows, including Big Mouth
Tyler The Creator Key Albums
Bastard (2009): Tyler’s debut mixtape introduced his distinct voice and gritty themes.
Goblin (2011): The hit single Yonkers became a viral sensation, earning critical acclaim for its boldness.
Wolf (2013) showcased his growth, featuring collaborations with Pharrell Williams and Erykah Badu.
Cherry Bomb (2015): An experimental album exploring new genres.
Flower Boy (2017): marked a turning point with themes of love and self-discovery, earning multiple Grammy nominations.
Igor (2019): Won the Grammy for Best Rap Album, blending funk, soul, and hip-hop.
Call Me If You Get Lost (2021): Debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, solidifying his artistry.
Tyler The Creator Personal Life
Tyler The Creator, so far has successfully kept his personal life private and away from the eyes of the public. He never met his Nigerian father and was raised by his mother, who was of mixed African-American and white Canadian descent. Little information is publicly available about his dating history or current relationship status.
Tyler The Creator Social Media
Instagram handle:@feliciathegoat
Facebook handle: Tyler, The Creator
Twitter handle: @tylerthecreator
Tyler The Creator NetWorth
Tyler The Creator has an estimated net worth of between $30 million and $60 million and still counting.
