Fredro Starr Biography: Height, Net Worth, Wife, Children, Age, Parents, Songs, Movies & TV Shows

Fred Lee Scruggs Jr., professionally known as Fredro Starr, is an American rapper, actor, record producer, author, and songwriter.

He rose to prominence as a founding member of the hardcore hip-hop group Onyx, whose success in the 1990s established him as a major figure in East Coast rap.

Alongside music, he has built a successful acting career across film and television.

Fredro Starr
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Real Name:	Fred Lee Scruggs Jr.
Stage Name:	Fredro Starr
Born:	April 18, 1971 (age 55 years old)
Place of Birth:	Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	African-American
Height:	5 feet 5½ inches (166.5 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Scruggs
Siblings:	David Scruggs
Spouse:	Korina Longin (m. 2007)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	3
Occupation:	Rapper, Actor, Record Producer, Author, Songwriter
Net Worth:	$4 million

Early Life and Education

Fredro Starr was born on April 18, 1971, in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States. He spent his early years under the care of Mr. and Mrs. Scruggs before relocating to South Jamaica, Queens, alongside his brother, David Scruggs.

His ethnicity is African-American, and he follows Christianity. He attended John Adams High School in Queens from 1984 to 1988, where he developed an interest in hip-hop culture and began pursuing music.

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Career

Fredro Starr started his music career during the late 1980s after co-founding the hardcore rap group Onyx alongside Big DS and Sonny Seeza. The group gained national attention after signing to Jam Master Jay‘s JMJ Records and achieved commercial success following the release of the multi-platinum album Bacdafucup in 1993.

He later expanded his career as a solo artist, releasing albums including Firestarr, Don’t Get Mad Get Money, Made in the Streets, Firestarr 2, Jazz, Legends Corner, and Soul.

Fredro Starr established himself as an actor, appearing in films such as Clockers, The Addiction, Sunset Park, Ride, Light It Up, Save the Last Dance, and Torque. His television credits include Moesha, The Wire, CSI: Miami, Blade: The Series, Law & Order, and numerous other productions.

He has also written children’s books and remained active as a producer and entrepreneur.

Awards and Nominations

• Soul Train Music Awards (1994) – Best Rap Album (Bacdafucup) – Winner
• American Music Awards (1994) – Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop New Artist (Onyx) – Nominee

Social Media

• Instagram: @fredrostarr187
• X: @Fredro_Starr
• Facebook: Fredro Starr

Personal Life

Fredro Starr is married to Korina Longin, a Croatian model, and the couple married in 2007. Before his marriage, he was publicly linked to Brandy Norwood.

Together, Fredro Starr and Korina Longin are parents to 3 children. Outside his professional career, he enjoys writing, mentoring younger artists, and promoting hip-hop culture.

Fredro Starr is 55 years old, and his height is 5 feet 5½ inches (166.5 cm).

Net Worth

Fredro Starr has a net worth of $4 million USD. His earnings come from his music career as a member of Onyx, solo album releases, live performances, acting roles in film and television, book publishing, music royalties, production work, and other entertainment ventures developed throughout his decades in the industry.

Discography

• Firestarr (2001)
• Don’t Get Mad Get Money (2003)
• Made in the Streets (2013)
• Firestarr 2 (2018)
• Jazz (2022)
• Legends Corner (2023)
• Soul (2025)

Filmography

• Strapped (1993)
• Clockers (1995)
• The Addiction (1995)
• Sunset Park (1996)
• Ride (1998)
• Light It Up (1999)
• Save the Last Dance (2001)
• The Wire (2002–2003)
• CSI: Miami (2009)
• Blade: The Series (2006)
• Torque (2004)
• Asbury Park (2021)

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