Donnie Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Songs, Nationality, Instagram, Albums

Donny Björn Stefan Ellerström also known as Donnie is a highly popular Dutch rapper, singer, songwriter, and entertainer known professionally as Donnie and under the pseudonym Maradonnie.

With his unique blend of humorous, party-oriented hip-hop, trap, hardstyle, and gabber influences, he has become one of the most commercially successful and entertaining figures in contemporary Dutch music.

His catchy lyrics, energetic performances, and viral hits have earned him a massive following and chart-topping success across the Netherlands.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Donny Björn Stefan Ellerström
• Stage Name: Donnie
• Born: August 5, 1994
• Age: 31 years old
• Birthplace: Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Nationality: Dutch
• Ethnicity: Dutch-Swedish
• Occupation: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
• Height: 1.78 m
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. Ellerström and Mrs. Ellerström
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Loïs
• Children: Odín Donny Ellerström and Sorén Luka Ellerström
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $4 million USD

Early Life and Education

Donny Björn Stefan Ellerström was born on August 5, 1994, in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Raised by his parents Mr. Ellerström (Swedish) and Mrs. Ellerström (Dutch) after his parents’ separation, he grew up primarily with his mother and grandmother in the Oost-Amsterdam neighborhood. He has no publicly known siblings. His ethnicity is Dutch-Swedish. His religion is unknown.

His childhood was marked by urban challenges, including frequent incidents that kept him indoors, fostering his early interest in music and internet culture.

He did not pursue formal higher education, instead focusing on self-taught skills in rapping, production, and performance from his teenage years, which directly led to his entry into the music industry.

Career

Donny Ellerström began his music career in the mid-2010s under the stage name Donnie (with Maradonnie as a key alias), releasing tracks that combined witty wordplay, humor, and high-energy party anthems.

His breakthrough came with viral hits and collaborations that highlighted his distinctive style, leading to chart success and widespread recognition in the Netherlands.

He has released multiple albums and singles that topped national charts, performed at major festivals, and built a strong digital presence through music videos and social media.

Known for his energetic live shows and collaborations in Dutch hip-hop and electronic scenes, he continues to produce music, tour, and engage fans with entertaining content that celebrates fun, nightlife, and cultural commentary.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @maradonnie
• YouTube channel: Maradonnie
• TikTok handle: @maradonnie94

Personal Life

Donny Ellerström, 31. His height is 1.78 m. He is in a long-term relationship with Loïs (his partner since before 2020), with whom he shares a private family life.

They have two sons: Odín Donny Ellerström (born February 2, 2020) and Sorén Luka Ellerström (born August 24, 2022).

He has spoken openly about embracing fatherhood despite growing up without his father present, emphasizing his efforts to be an involved parent.

Living in the Netherlands, he prioritizes family, creativity, and fan connections while maintaining discretion about romantic and deeper personal matters, often drawing from his Amsterdam roots and experiences in his music.

Net Worth

Donny Ellerström‘s net worth is estimated at $4 million USD. His income primarily comes from:

• Music streaming royalties and sales
• Live performances and concert tours
• Brand sponsorships and collaborations in music and lifestyle sectors
• YouTube and social media monetization
• Merchandise sales through his webshop
• Revenue from management and booking deals in the Dutch entertainment industry