Jay-Z Height, Weight, Age, Facts & Bio

Jay-Z is one of the most successful rappers and entrepreneurs in American music history. Rising from Brooklyn’s Marcy Projects, he built a global empire through music, business, and branding. His influence spans hip-hop, fashion, sports, and luxury investments.

Known for his sharp lyricism and strategic mindset, Jay-Z has won multiple Grammy Awards and helped define an era of rap. He is also a high-profile husband, father, and billionaire-level business figure. His name remains tied to success, culture, and longevity.

Jay-Z’s Career Highlights & Facts

  • Real name: Shawn Corey Carter
  • Born: Brooklyn, New York City
  • Breakout album: Reasonable Doubt
  • Grammy wins: multiple
  • Business ventures: Roc Nation, Armand de Brignac, former Tidal stake
  • Spouse: Beyoncé
  • Children: 3

Who is Jay-Z?

Shawn Corey Carter

Jay-Z’s Physical Stats

Height: 6 ft 2 in

Jay-Z’s Net Worth

Estimated net worth: under review

Birthdate

December 4, 1969

Nickname

Jigga, Hov, Hova

Zodiac sign

Sagittarius

Spouse

Beyoncé (m. 2008)

Relationship

Married

Parents

Gloria Carter, Adnis Reeves

Siblings

under review

Occupation

Rapper, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur

Years active

1986–present

Estimated net worth

under review

Brand endorsement

Rocawear, Armand de Brignac, Roc Nation ventures

Education

George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education High School; Trenton Central High School

Movies

  • State Property
  • The Great Gatsby
  • Top Five

Tv series

  • Empire
  • Made in America

Debuts

Album debut: Reasonable Doubt (1996)

Awards

  • Grammy Awards
  • BET Awards
  • NAACP Image Awards

Agency

Roc Nation

Associated with

Beyoncé, Kanye West, Rihanna, Roc-A-Fella Records

Ethnicity

African-American

Nationality

American

Religion

Christianity

Residence

New York City, New York

Eye color

Brown

Hair color

Black

Sexual orientation

Straight

Body type

Athletic

Body sizes

under review

Distinctives

Deep voice, composed delivery, luxury style

Shoe size

under review

Favorite phone brand

under review

Favorite actor/actress

under review

Favorite foods

under review

Favorite destination

under review

Social media links

Instagram: under review; X: under review; Facebook: under review

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