D4vd Biography: Parents, Age, Net Worth, Albums, Girlfriend, Songs, Height, Family

Biography

d4vd (pronounced “David“), born David Anthony Burke on March 28, 2005, is a talented American singer-songwriter from Houston, Texas.

He first gained attention creating Fortnite gaming content before transitioning to music—initially producing original tracks in his closet using a phone app to avoid copyright issues on his videos.

His breakthrough came in 2022 with viral TikTok hits “Romantic Homicide” and “Here with Me,” which blended indie rock, R&B, and lo-fi elements, leading to a signing with Darkroom/Interscope Records.

He released his debut album Withered in April 2025 and embarked on a world tour.

In September 2025, he became involved in a high-profile investigation after human remains were found in a Tesla registered to him, resulting in tour cancellations—he has cooperated with authorities.

American singer and songwriter
D4vd
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	David Anthony Burke
Stage Name:	D4vd
Born:	28 March 2005 (age 20 years old)
Place of Birth:	Queens, New York, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Homeschooled
Height:	162 cm
Parents:	Anthony Burke, Michelle Burke
Siblings:	1
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Nessa Barrett (2024), Celeste Rivas Hernandez (rum.)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Singer • Songwriter
Net Worth:	$2 million-$3 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

d4vd (real name David Anthony Burke) was born on March 28, 2005, in Queens, New York City, New York, United States.

He is of African-American ethnicity, with roots reflecting a blend of American and broader African heritage. His family later relocated to Houston, Texas, where he spent most of his formative years.

Raised in a devout Christian household by his parents, Anthony Burke and Michelle Burke, d4vd‘s early exposure to music was strictly gospel until around age 13, when he began exploring other genres.

He played piano and sang in his church choir as a child, and his faith remains a significant part of his identity. His supportive family encouraged his creativity from a young age—particularly when his mother suggested he produce original tracks to avoid copyright strikes on his Fortnite videos, igniting his passion for songwriting.

He has at least one younger sister (he famously recorded his early songs in her closet) and comes from a close-knit household that includes siblings who have occasionally joined him during performances.

For education, d4vd attended traditional school until seventh grade before transitioning to homeschooling, overseen largely by his mother. This change allowed greater flexibility for his gaming and creative pursuits, but it also contributed to periods of isolation during his teens, themes that later influenced his introspective lyrics.

Career

d4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, started out making Fortnite videos on YouTube in the early 2020s.

To avoid copyright issues, he began creating his own music with BandLab, recording in his sister’s closet. He uploaded his first tracks to SoundCloud under the name “d4vd,” which he picked partly to make it easier to find online.

In 2022, he broke through with the singles “Romantic Homicide” and “Here with Me,” both of which became popular on TikTok and mixed indie rock, R&B, and bedroom pop. “Romantic Homicide” went viral and led to a deal with Darkroom/Interscope Records.

“Here with Me” made it onto the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified Platinum by the RIAA. In May 2023, he released his first EP, Petals to Thorns, which charted internationally and showed his range as an artist.

He followed up with The Lost Petals EP in September, toured with SZA, worked with Holly Humberstone on “Superbloodmoon,” and was named to Billboard’s 21 Under 21 list.

Between 2024 and 2025, d4vd released singles like “Feel It,” “There Goes My Baby,” “Remember Me” (for the Arcane soundtrack), and “Where’d It Go Wrong?” “One More Dance,” and “Crashing” with Kali Uchis. His first studio album, Withered, was released in April 2025 and debuted in the Top 20 of the Billboard 200.

He played at Coachella, where a failed backflip went viral, and started the Withered World Tour. The tour stopped suddenly in September 2025 after police found the remains of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in a Tesla registered to him.

The rest of the tour was canceled, his brand deals were dropped, and an LAPD investigation began, treating the case as a possible homicide. d4vd has not been charged and is cooperating with authorities.

Social Media

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• Instagram: d4vd (@d4vddd)
• Facebook: d4vd (@d4vdd)
• TikTok: d4vd (@d4vdd)
• YouTube: d4vd
• Twitter: d4vd (@d4vddd) / X

Personal Life

d4vd (David Anthony Burke), born March 28, 2005, is 20 years old.

Estimates of his height vary widely, based on fan comparisons of photos and videos, ranging from around 5’4″ (162 cm) to 5’8″ (173 cm), with many online discussions placing him on the shorter side based on side-by-side images with known heights.

He has never been married, despite a 2024 social media post where he jokingly claimed to be “happily married” in response to dating rumors involving singer Nessa Barrett—there are no verified records or confirmations of any marriage.

There are also no reports of him having children, though unverified rumors emerged in late 2025 suggesting a possible pregnancy related to the ongoing investigation, which remains unsubstantiated.

Speculation intensified that year when decomposed remains identified as 14- or 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez (missing since 2024) were found in a Tesla registered to him; multiple sources, including friends and reports, indicated they were romantically involved, with many believing she was an older adult (around 19) at the time.

As of early 2026, the LAPD investigation continues without charges filed, and details of any relationship remain unconfirmed by authorities.

Net Worth

d4vd (David Anthony Burke) has an estimated net worth of around $2 million to $3 million.

Most sources, including Celebrity Net Worth, peg it at $2 million, reflecting earnings from his rapid rise via viral hits like “Romantic Homicide” and “Here With Me,” a multi-million dollar record deal with Darkroom/Interscope signed at age 17 (reportedly a $3 million advance), streaming royalties, his 2025 debut album Withered, and tours. Other outlets estimate closer to $3 million, factoring in live performances, merchandise, and social media income.

The September 2025 investigation led to tour cancellations, the withdrawal of brand deals, and paused promotions, halting further growth and introducing financial uncertainty, though streaming reportedly increased temporarily.

Discography

Studio Albums

• Withered (April 25, 2025; bonus tracks added May 30, 2025)
  • Where’d It Go Wrong?
  • Feel It
  • What Are You Waiting For?
  • One More Dance
  • Crashing (feat. Kali Uchis)
  • Is This Really Love?
  • Invisible String Theory (Interlude)
  • Somewhere In The Middle
  • Friend Again
  • Say It Back
  • You Left Me First
  • Sky
  • Atomic Land
  • Afterlife
  • Ghost
  • Unrequited (Bonus)
  • Where Did You Go? (Bonus)

Extended Plays

• Petals to Thorns (May 26, 2023)
  • Sleep Well
  • Here With Me
  • This Is How It Feels (feat. Laufey)
  • Don’t Forget About Me
  • Backstreet Girl
  • Romantic Homicide
  • You and I
  • The Bridge
  • WORTHLESS
• The Lost Petals (September 8, 2023)
  • Notes From A Wrist
  • Hollow Prayers
  • Once More
  • Rehab
  • Poetic Vulgarity

Notable Singles & Collaborations

• Romantic Homicide (2022)
• Here With Me (2022)
• Feel It (2024)
• Remember Me (from Arcane soundtrack, 2024)
• Leave Her (2024)
• Where’d It Go Wrong? (2024)
• One More Dance (2025)
• Crashing (feat. Kali Uchis, 2025)
• Superbloodmoon (with Holly Humberstone, 2023)
• This Is How It Feels (with Laufey, 2023)

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