Originally from Queens, New York, he gained widespread media attention due to his high-profile romantic relationship with rap superstar Nicki Minaj. He and Nicki Minaj tied the knot in 2019, marking a significant chapter in their long-standing connection. Before fame brought them into the spotlight, they actually dated during their teenage years—a bond that eventually rekindled in 2018, reigniting their romance. Growing up in Queens, New York, he led a relatively private life until his relationship with Nicki Minaj once again placed him in the public eye. In September 2020, he and Nicki Minaj welcomed their first child together—a son who quickly became a beloved part of their lives. The couple affectionately refers to their baby boy as “Papa Bear,” a heartwarming nickname that reflects their close-knit family dynamic. Over the years, he has remained a steady presence by Nicki Minaj’s side, balancing personal privacy with life in the limelight.
He spent seven years behind bars after being convicted of first-degree manslaughter, and he was finally released back in 2013. He had faced serious consequences for his actions, but once his sentence was completed, he walked free again. He had to rebuild his life after such a long time away, adjusting to a world that had moved on without him. He remained determined to make better choices going forward, learning from the past and focusing on what lay ahead.