Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, born on July 16, 1990, shines as a 34-year-old multi-award-winning Nigerian music Megastar, known professionally by the monikers Wizkid, Starboy, Big Wiz, or Machala.
With a staggering net worth of $30,000,000, he has etched his name in the annals of the music industry.
His illustrious journey began when he signed with Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E) in 2009, leading to the release of the iconic hit single, “Holla At Your Boy.”
The song was a resounding success, propelling Wizkid to the forefront of the music scene and winning him a multitude of devoted fans.
Over the past twelve years, Wizkid has graced the world with commercially successful albums, each adding new dimensions to his star-studded career.
His fourth studio album, “Made In Lagos,” unveiled in October 2020, has garnered international acclaim, reaching the top spot on the Billboard World Album Chart.
A crown jewel of the album, “Essence,” featuring Tems, achieved an extraordinary feat by becoming the first Nigerian song to grace the Billboard Hot 100.
In a further testament to his global reach, it was announced in February 2021 that Wizkid earned the distinction of being the most-streamed Nigerian artist on Spotify, amassing an astonishing 3.4 billion streams across his discography.
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Full Name: | Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun |
Stage Name: | Wizkid |
Born: | 16 July 1990 (age 34 years old) |
Place of Birth: | Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria |
State Of Origin: | Lagos State |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Parents: | Ibrahim Balogun, Jane Dolapo Balogun |
Children: | Boluwatife Balogun, Zion Ayo-Balogun, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun Jr. |
Height: | 1.62 m |
Siblings: | Yetunde Balogun, Lade Balogun |
Girlfriend • Wife: | Tonto Dikeh, Seyi Shay, Tiwa Savage, Shola Ogudu (ex.), Binta Diallo (ex.), Jada Pollock (curr.), Tems (rum.) |
Occupation: | Singer • Songwriter |
Net Worth: | $30,000,000 |