Megan Thee Stallion is a three-time Grammy award-winning rapper who gained popularity in 2016 with a freestyle cypher over Drake’s 4PM in Calabasas.
She signed with 300 Entertainment in 2018 and released her debut studio album, Good News, in November 2020.
Additionally, Megan has had multiple hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including Savage, which reached No. 1, and WAP with Cardi B, which also topped the chart.
She is known for her philanthropy, having contributed to various causes, including COVID-19 relief efforts in Houston.
Megan has also been open about her love for anime, particularly My Hero Academia and Naruto, even inspiring renditions of characters based on her likeness.
Net worth | $30 million |
Date of birth | February 15, 1995 |
Profession | Rapper |
Nationality | American |
Background
Megan who was born Megan Jovon Ruth Pete on February 15, 1995, in San Antonio, Texas, was raised in Houston by her mother, Holly Thomas, a rapper who performed under the name Holly-Wood.
Megan’s father, Joseph Pete Jr., was in jail for the first eight years of her life, but they formed a close bond after his release.
Unfortunately, both of her parents have passed away; her father died when she was a freshman in high school, and her mother succumbed to a brain tumor in March 2019.
Megan is an only child and has no siblings.
Net worth
Megan’s net worth is estimated to be around $30 million, according to various sources.
Her wealth has significantly increased from her estimated $8 million net worth in 2020, primarily due to her successful music career, business ventures and endorsements.
Megan’s hit singles, such as Hot Girl Summer, Savage and Body, have propelled her to the forefront of contemporary rap music, earning her multiple Grammy Awards and a strong fan base.
In addition to her music, he has demonstrated her entrepreneurial spirit by building her own record label and fashion ventures, further contributing to her financial success.
Real estate
Megan purchased a 7,600-square-foot mansion in Pinecrest, Florida, in July 2021 for $6 million.
This luxurious property features a private lake in the backyard, adding to the exclusivity and appeal of her real estate portfolio.
Career
Megan gained popularity in 2016 with a freestyle cypher over Drake’s 4PM in Calabasas.
She was signed to 300 Entertainment in 2018 and has since released multiple EPs and singles, including Savage, which became her first Hot 100 No. 1 single.
Megan’s debut studio album, Good News, was released in November 2020 and peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
She has collaborated with various artists, including Nicki Minaj, Beyoncé and Cardi B.
Megan is also known for her philanthropy, particularly her contributions to COVID-19 relief efforts in Houston.
Music style
Megan’s music style is characterized by her hardcore rap and precise delivery, which has emerged as a relevant alternative to slow and goopy melodic radio rap.
She is known for her fast triplets, creaky-voice ad-libs and whirlwind delivery, which captures her character’s good humor and energy.
Megan’s style demands immediacy and intricate precision, which can only come about through craft.
Her music is known for its technical mastery, abrasion, and discipline, which creates the impression of intense discipline.
Megan’s music is hardcore, characterized by technical mastery and abrasion that isn’t just a mess, suggesting musicians are showing off.
Her exaggerated sexual boasts project exact bodily control rather than general eroticism and such control sharply contrasts with the zonked, submerged nature of some other rap music.
Awards and accolades
Megan has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, including three Grammy Awards for Best New Artist, Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance for Savage and Savage (Remix) with Beyoncé.
She has also won multiple BET Awards, American Music Awards, and Billboard Music Awards, recognizing her talent as a female hip-hop artist and her hit songs like WAP and Body.
Megan’s achievements extend to MTV Video Music Awards, Gold Derby Music Awards and iHeartRadio Music Awards, showcasing her versatility and impact in the music industry.
Additionally, she has been honored with awards like the Powerhouse Award at the Billboard Women in Music and the Marketing Genius award at the Libera Awards, highlighting her influence and marketing prowess.
Philanthropic efforts
Megan has worked with the non-profit Bread of Life, raising $1.2 million for them in 2020 by giving them the proceeds from her virtual concert.
She has also dedicated her Humanitarian Award to her local philanthropic efforts and has been honored by the city of Houston for her contributions.
In 2021, Megan launched the non-profit Pete and Thomas Foundation, named in honor of her parents, which focuses on education, housing, health and wellness.
The foundation has helped communities in Houston, particularly during the pandemic and after the 2021 winter storm, and has assisted those struggling with homelessness.
Megan’s philanthropic efforts have been recognized by the city of Houston, which proclaimed May 2 as “Megan Thee Stallion Day” and granted her the key to the city.
Relationship history
Megan has been linked to several high-profile men throughout her career, including Belgian footballer Romelu Lukaku, NFL player Travis Kelce, and fellow rappers Moneybagg Yo, G-Eazy, Trey Songz and Tory Lanez.
Her most publicized relationship was with Pardison Fontaine, whom she dated from 2020 to 2023.
However, Megan has been known to keep her personal life private and has not publicly confirmed many of these relationships.
She has also been open about her desire to focus on her career and personal growth, rather than being in a relationship.
Shooting incident
The Tory Lanez and Megan shooting incident occurred in July 2020, following a party at Kylie Jenner’s house.
According to Megan, Tory shot her in the feet during an argument between the pair after the party.
Tory was arrested on a felony count of carrying a concealed weapon in a vehicle, but was not arrested for the shooting at the time.
Megan underwent surgery to remove bullet fragments from her feet and later accused Tory of being the shooter during an Instagram Live.
Tory released a new album in September 2020, which was met with criticism for exploiting Megan’s trauma for album sales.
In October 2020, Los Angeles prosecutors charged Tory with felony assault and in December 2022, a jury found Tory guilty of three felonies in the shooting of Megan, including assault with a semiautomatic firearm, having a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle and discharging a firearm with gross negligence.
Tory was sentenced to ten years in prison for the shooting
1501 lawsuit
Megan has settled a three-year legal dispute with her former record label, 1501 Entertainment.
The settlement was announced in a statement from 1501 Entertainment CEO Carl Crawford, who said that both parties have resolved their legal differences and agreed to amicably part ways.
Megan first filed a lawsuit against the Houston-based record label in 2020 over an “unconscionable” record deal.
Additional litigation included a February 2022 lawsuit, where Megan claimed 1501 was trying to hold her in the record deal after the rapper released the project, Something for Thee Hotties, which the label did not count toward her three-album contract requirement.
The label countersued, claiming the 29-minute project did not count as an album.
Another complaint filed by Megan in August 2022 sought $1 million in damages from 1501.
“May this moment be a valuable lesson on the importance of reconciliation for the prosperity of hip-hop and pop culture,” read Crawford’s statement. “I’m honored to have worked with Megan and be apart of her discovery as an artist. I wish Megan all the best in all of her future endeavors.”
Warner Music Group masters ownership
Megan retained full ownership of her masters and publishing in her new agreement with Warner Music Group in 2024, allowing her to maintain independence as a musician while benefiting from WMG’s global services.
This unique deal empowers Megan to release music through her independent imprint, Hot Girl Productions, while collaborating with WMG for distribution and resources, giving her full creative control over her music releases and the option to bring artists signed to her imprint into the WMG ecosystem.