Big Zuu Biography: Wife, Age, Parents, Songs, Height, Albums, Children, Family, Real Name, Weight

Biography

Zuhair Hassan, known as Big Zuu, is a creative British rapper, grime MC, DJ, and television personality born on August 19, 1995, in West London.

Raised on the Mozart Estate, he is of Sierra Leonean and Lebanese descent. A key figure in the grime scene, he’s part of the MTP crew alongside cousin AJ Tracey. Big Zuu gained recognition with his 2017 self-titled EP and tracks like “Kaleidoscope,” amassing over 340,000 monthly Spotify listeners by 2022.

He’s also celebrated for hosting Big Zuu’s Big Eats on Dave, a BAFTA-nominated cooking show launched in 2020, where he cooks for comedians. In 2022, he won two BAFTA TV Awards for entertainment performance and features.

English rapper and singer
Big Zuu
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Zuhair Hassan
Stage Name:	Big Zuu
Born:	19 August 1995 (age 29 years old)
Place of Birth:	London, England, United Kingdom
Nationality:	British
Education:	N/A
Height:	1.67 m
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Hassan
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Amy (2024)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Rapper • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$3.2 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Zuhair Hassan, professionally known as Big Zuu, was born on August 19, 1995, in London, England, specifically in the Kilburn area of West London. He grew up on the Mozart Estate in Harrow Road, a challenging environment that shaped his resilience and creative outlook.

Big Zuu is of mixed ethnicity, with his mother hailing from Sierra Leone and his father from Lebanon. This diverse cultural background influences his music and television work, blending African and Middle Eastern elements. He identifies as Muslim, a faith that plays a significant role in his life, though he has described his relationship with Islam as “up and down” at times.

In 2024, he documented his Umrah pilgrimage to Mecca in Big Zuu Goes to Mecca, reflecting on his spirituality and what it means to be a “good Muslim.” Big Zuu was raised primarily by his single mother, Mrs. Hassan, from Sierra Leone, who introduced him to music early on, buying him Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP around 2003 or 2004. His father, Mr. Hassan, of Lebanese descent, was absent during his childhood, leaving little influence on his upbringing.

Information about siblings is scarce, as Big Zuu keeps his family life private, and there are no public records confirming whether he has brothers or sisters. During his gap year between college and university, Big Zuu worked as a mentor for young children at a secondary school in Haggerston, East London. He later attended Goldsmiths, University of London, in New Cross, for two years, studying community development and youth work.

However, he struggled to balance his studies with his burgeoning music career and work for Uber Eats, eventually losing interest in the course due to poor teaching in his second year.

Big Zuu‘s passion for music was sparked at a young age, influenced by his mother’s love for music and exposure to artists like 50 Cent and Eminem. At around 10 or 11, his friend Kye introduced him to grime music, which became a defining genre for his career. He recorded his first demos at a local youth center, The Rugby Club, alongside his cousin AJ Tracey, adhering to strict no-expletive rules that forced him to be creative with his lyrics.

Career

Zuhair Hassan, professionally known as Big Zuu, is a British grime rapper, DJ, and award-winning television personality who has become one of the most recognizable faces in UK entertainment.

Raised in West London, Big Zuu kickstarted his music career in his teens, recording grime demos at a local youth center with his cousin, AJ Tracey. Introduced to grime at the age of 10, he co-founded the rap collective MTP (Money Takes Priority) and gained early traction with tracks like “Man Wanna Act” (2016), praised for its raw energy and lyrical sharpness.

His musical breakthrough continued with the release of his debut EP in 2017, followed by the Content With Content mixtape in 2018, featuring fan-favorite tracks like “Kaleidoscope” and “No Limits.”

In 2021, he dropped his critically acclaimed debut album, Navigate, collaborating with UK grime legends D Double E and JME, which solidified his standing in the UK grime scene. By 2022, Big Zuu had over 340,000 monthly Spotify listeners, with popular tracks such as “Variation” and “Big Zuu’s Christmas” earning wide acclaim.

Outside of music, Big Zuu is best known as the host of the hit British cooking show, Big Zuu’s Big Eats, which premiered on Dave in 2020. The show, blending comedy, street food, and celebrity guests, became an instant success—winning two BAFTA Awards in 2022 for Best Entertainment Performance and Best Features.

Drawing from his passion for food and his roots as a self-taught cook, Zuu brings authentic flavor and personality to British food TV. His growing TV portfolio includes Big Zuu’s 12 Dishes in 12 Hours and Big Zuu Goes to Mecca (2024), a faith-focused documentary that follows his Umrah pilgrimage and explores his Muslim identity.

Big Zuu has also made appearances on BBC, Would I Lie to You?, Celebrity Gogglebox, The Weakest Link, and co-hosted BBC Three’s Hungry for It, a competitive cooking series spotlighting new culinary talent.

In addition to music and television, Big Zuu is an active grime DJ, holding residencies at XOYO and Rinse FM, and has performed at major UK festivals, including Glastonbury. He previously toured with Skepta in 2017. His entrepreneurial efforts include a branded food truck and a major partnership with KFC, where he launched “Zuu’s Sauce.”

Despite juggling studies and working for Uber Eats during his early career, Big Zuu’s journey is a story of resilience, talent, and authenticity. Today, he stands as a leading figure in UK grime music, Black British entertainment, and the next generation of celebrity chefs.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Big Zuu
• Instagram: Big Zuu (@itsbigzuu)
• YouTube: Big Zuu
• Facebook: Big Zuu
• Twitter: Zig Buu (@ItsBigZuu) / X

Personal Life

Zuhair Hassan, known professionally as Big Zuu, was born on August 19, 1995, making him 29 years old as of June 18, 2025.

He was born in London, England, and raised on the Mozart Estate in Harrow Road, West London. His height is estimated to be approximately 5 feet 6 inches.

Big Zuu is currently single, has never been married, and has no children, according to available records.

Rumors in May 2024 suggested a possible romantic link with a model named Amy, who works with Fashion Nova and shares travel updates on social media. The speculation arose after both posted individual Instagram stories from Tenorio Volcano National Park in Costa Rica, though they avoided tagging each other, and no official confirmation of a relationship was made.

There is conflicting information from some sources claiming Big Zuu has a 26-year-old son, which would imply a child born when Zuu was around 3 years old, making this highly unlikely and likely a reporting error. No credible evidence supports this claim, and most sources confirm he has no children.

Big Zuu’s focus remains on his career as a rapper, DJ, and television personality, with no verified public information indicating a spouse, engagement, or current romantic partner.

Net Worth

Big Zuu, whose real name is Zuhair Hassan, has an estimated net worth of approximately £2.5 million ($3.2 million USD).

His wealth stems from his multifaceted career as a grime rapper, DJ, and television personality. Key income sources include his music, with popular tracks like “Kaleidoscope” and “Variation,” and his BAFTA-winning show Big Zuu’s Big Eats on Dave, which has led to further TV projects like Big Zuu’s Breakfast Show and Big Zuu Goes to Mecca.

Additional revenue comes from YouTube (over 34,000 subscribers), brand endorsements with companies like Nike and KFC, and his production company, Big Productions, which signed a deal with Banijay UK in 2023. His entrepreneurial ventures, such as Drip Water and a food truck, also contribute to his growing fortune.

Discography

Music Releases  

• EPs and Mixtapes
  • Big Zuu (EP, 2017)  
  • Content With Content (Mixtape, 2018)
• Albums
  • Navigate (2021)
• Notable Singles
  • “Man Wanna Act” (2016)  
  • “Kaleidoscope” (2017)  
  • “No Limits” (2018)  
  • “Variation” (2020)  
  • “Big Zuu’s Christmas” (2021)  
  • Collaborations with artists like D Double E, Jme, and AJ Tracey

Television Projects  

• As Host/Presenter
  • Big Zuu’s Big Eats (Dave, 2020–present, BAFTA-nominated, won two BAFTA TV Awards in 2022 for Entertainment Performance and Features)  
  • Big Zuu’s 12 Dishes in 12 Hours (ITV, 2022–present)  
  • Big Zuu Goes to Mecca (BBC Two, 2024, documentary)  
  • Hungry for It (BBC Three, 2022, co-host)  
  • Big Zuu’s Breakfast Show (ITV, 2023–present)
• As Guest/Contributor
  • Would I Lie to You? (BBC One, guest appearance)  
  • The Weakest Link (BBC, guest appearance)  
  • Celebrity Gogglebox (Channel 4, guest appearance)  
  • Sneakerheads (BBC, contributor)

Other Ventures  

• DJ Performances
  • Residencies at XOYO and Rinse FM  
  • Festival performances, including Glastonbury  
  • Supported Skepta on tour (2017)
• Entrepreneurial Projects
  • Drip Water (co-founded beverage brand)  
  • Food truck business  
  • “Zuu’s Sauce” collaboration with KFC  
  • Brand partnerships with Nike, Foot Locker, and others
• Production Company
  • Big Productions, signed with Banijay UK (2023)