Akbar V Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Songs, Films, Kids, Baby-Daddy

Akbar V, born Valerie Raven, is an American rapper and reality television personality who gained prominence through her music and appearances on VH1’s “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.”

She entered the music scene with tracks like “RIP Mama” and “Rehab.”

Her participation in seasons 8 and 9 of “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” further elevated her profile, as viewers were introduced to her unfiltered personality and tumultuous personal life.

Profile

• Full name: Valerie Raven
• Nickname: Akbar V
• Date of birth: August 22, 1989
• Age: 36 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
• State of origin: Georgia
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Rapper, reality television personality
• Height: 5 feet 4 inches
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Previously married to Shakeem Taylor (also known as Bean); they divorced in 2024
• Children: Five children, including her son Dorribion Raven.
• Relationship status: Divorced
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: African-American
• Net worth: $7 million

Early Life and Education

Valerie Raven, known professionally as Akbar V, was born on August 22, 1989, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. She grew up in the Cleveland Avenue area of Atlanta, a neighborhood known for its high crime rates and poverty. Her mother’s identity is not publicly disclosed; she passed away in 2007.  

Akbar V faced numerous hardships during her early years, including exposure to drug addiction and sexual abuse. Her mother passed away in 2007, a loss that deeply affected her. In 2016, she survived a gunshot wound to the head, an incident that became a turning point in her life.  

Personal Life

Akbar V was previously in a relationship with a man from Alabama, whose identity she had chosen to keep private. In 2023, she married Shakeem Taylor, also known as Bean, but they divorced in 2024. She is a mother of five children, including her son Dorribion, who has appeared alongside her on “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.”  

The identities and details of her other children are not publicly disclosed. Akbar V has been open about the challenges she has faced in her personal life, including her struggles with weight and self-image.

She underwent gastric sleeve surgery, which significantly contributed to her weight loss journey, resulting in a reduction from 297 pounds to approximately 191 pounds.

Career

Akbar V began her music career in 2016, releasing her debut song, “Panda Freestyle.” She gained recognition with tracks like “RIP Mama,” “Owe Me Something,” and “Money Baby.”

Her music often reflects her personal experiences and the struggles she has faced. In addition to her music career, Akbar V joined the cast of “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” in seasons 8 and 9, where her confrontational demeanor and personal storylines garnered attention.  

She has also appeared on “The Conversation” and was a cast member on the sixth season of “Baddies,” titled “Baddies Midwest.”  Akbar V is active on social media platforms, where she shares relationship advice and engages with her audience.

Net Worth

Akbar V’s net worth is estimated to be $7 million. She has accumulated her wealth through her music career, reality television appearances, and social media influence.  

Controversy

In 2017 when she was reportedly involved in an altercation with rapper Young Thug and his fiancée, Jerrika Karlae, at an Atlanta club. The confrontation allegedly escalated to the point where Young Thug slapped Akbar V, leading to widespread media coverage and discussions about the incident. However, the case was later dismissed due to lack of evidence.  

Her time on “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” was also fraught with conflict. Akbar V’s aggressive behavior and confrontational approach led to multiple feuds with fellow cast members, including Tokyo Vanity, Spice, Sierra Gates, and Shekinah Anderson. These altercations often resulted in physical confrontations and verbal spats that were prominently featured on the show.  

Social Media

• Instagram: @iamakbarv
• X: @AkbarVtheQueen

Filmography

• Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (Seasons 8 and 9)
• The Conversation
• Baddies Midwest (Season 6)

Discography

• Silent Cries (2017)
• Griselda Blanco (2017)
• The Closed Summer (2018)
• 6:08 (2019)