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

Suge Knight Doubles Down On Claim Dr. Dre Didn’t Produce Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggystyle’

Suge Knight Doubles Down On Claim Dr. Dre Didn’t Produce Snoop Dogg’s ‘Doggystyle’

News | Apr 29, 2023, 12:00 PM PDT

Snoop Dogg Almost Signed To Someone Else Before Dr. Dre But They Dropped The Ball

Snoop Dogg Almost Signed To Someone Else Before Dr. Dre But They Dropped The Ball

News | Apr 16, 2023, 4:00 AM PDT

Eazy-E Was Supposed To Play O-Dog In 'Menace II Society'

Eazy-E Was Dropped From 'Menace II Society,' Says Allen Hughes: 'I See Why Dre Left [N.W.A]'

News | Apr 14, 2023, 8:00 AM PDT

Jim Jones Recalls Dr. Dre 'Punking' Him In The Studio

Jim Jones Recalls Dr. Dre 'Punking' Him During Dipset Studio Session

News | Apr 7, 2023, 11:30 AM PDT

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Eazy-E Was Asked To Be Part Of Death Row Records Before Dr. Dre, Says Keefe D

Eazy-E Was Asked To Be Part Of Death Row Records Before Dr. Dre, Says Keefe D

News | Apr 7, 2023, 7:23 AM PDT

DJ Drama Would Rather Watch Series About Dr. Dre Than Suge Knight

DJ Drama Would Rather Watch Dr. Dre TV Show Over Suge Knight’s Death Row Series

News | Apr 3, 2023, 10:00 AM PDT

Dr. Dre Never Had An Issue With Giving 2Pac ‘California Love,’ Says Kurupt

Dr. Dre Had No Issue Giving 2Pac 'California Love' Beat, Says Kurupt

News | Mar 26, 2023, 4:00 AM PDT

Tony Yayo Credits Dr. Dre & 50 Cent For Teaching Him Important Business Lesson

Tony Yayo Credits Dr. Dre & 50 Cent For Teaching Him Important Business Lesson

News | Mar 7, 2023, 3:12 PM PST

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Snoop Dogg & Dr. Dre’s ‘The Wash’ Movie Being Turned Into TV Series

Snoop Dogg & Dr. Dre’s ‘The Wash’ Movie Being Turned Into TV Series

News | Mar 3, 2023, 10:57 AM PST

J. Cole Flips Dr. Dre Classic On Dreamville ‘Creed 3’ Soundtrack

J. Cole Flips Dr. Dre Classic On Dreamville-Curated ‘Creed III’ Soundtrack

News | Mar 3, 2023, 5:09 AM PST