Lil Yachty Biography: Age, Net Worth, Parents, Sibling, Girlfriend, Height, Children, Instagram, Wiki

Miles Parks McCollum, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor, rose to fame in 2015 with his hit singles “One Night” and “Minnesota” from his EP Summer Songs. 

His debut mixtape, Lil Boat, was released in March 2016. Notably, in June of the same year, Yachty revealed that he had signed a joint venture record deal with Motown, Capitol Records, and Quality Control Music.

Profile

• Full Name: Miles Parks McCollum
• Stage Name: Lil Yachty
• Born: August 23, 1997
• Age: 26 years
• Birthplace: Mableton, Georgia. 
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Songwriter and Rapper
• Height: 1.8 M
• Parent: Shannon McCollum
• Siblings: Kodie Shane
• Spouse: Rubi Rose, India Love, and Megan Denise
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Dating
• Net worth: $8 million

Early life and education

Lil Yachty, the talented rapper and musician, came into this world on August 23, 1997, in the vibrant town of Mableton, Georgia. Growing up, he was fortunate to have a loving and supportive family. His father, Shannon McCollum, played a significant role in shaping Lil Yachty’s life. 

While his mother’s name remains a mystery, her presence also influenced him. Moreover, Lil Yachty shared a special bond with his younger sister, Kodie Shane. Together, they navigated the ups and downs of childhood and formed an unbreakable sibling connection.

Lil Yachty, originally from Mableton, Georgia, attended Pebblebrook High School, excelled academically, and participated in football and drama clubs.

 Despite his achievements, he left high school during his senior year to dedicate himself to his music aspirations. Following this, he briefly enrolled at Alabama State University in 2015 but ultimately withdrew after a short period to concentrate solely on his music career.

Career

In 2017, Lil Yachty released his debut studio album, Teenage Emotions. He followed it up with two more studio albums, Lil Boat 2 and Nuthin’ 2 Prove, in 2018. In 2020, he released his highly anticipated album, Lil Boat 3. Yachty’s fifth studio album, Let’s Start Here, was released in 2023 and showcased his inspiration from psychedelic rock. 

His albums have achieved significant success on the Billboard charts, with Lil Boat 2 reaching number 2. Yachty has also released various mixtapes and EPs throughout his career, including his most recent project, Michigan Boy Boat, in 2021.

 In addition to his successful music career, Lil Yachty has expanded his talents into acting. This multi-talented artist has showcased his acting abilities in various films, including the 2019 movie “How High 2” and the 2018 animated film “Teen Titans Go! To the Movies.” 

Furthermore, Yachty has even taken on the role of a reality TV star, headlining his series titled “Lil Yachty: The Boat Life” in 2017. With these diverse ventures, Lil Yachty continues to demonstrate his versatility and passion for entertaining audiences across different mediums.

Awards and Nominations

BET Hip Hop Awards

• Best New Hip Hop Artist
• Best Mixtape for Lil Boat
• Best Club Banger for “One Night”
• Best Collaboration for “Broccoli”
• MTV Video Music Awards

Best New Artist (2016)

• Teen Choice Awards
• Choice Music: Breakout Artist 
• Choice Music: Hip-Hop/R&B Song for “Broccoli”

Social Media

• Twitter: @lilyachty
• Instagram: @lilyachty 
• Facebook: Lil Yachty Sailing Team
• Snapchat: Lil Yachty
• YouTube: Lil Yachty

Personal Life

Lil Yachty‘s romantic history includes relationships with Selangie Arlene Henriquez in 2021, India Love in 2017, Megan Denise from 2017 to 2018, Rubi Rose from 2016 to 2017, Kodie Shane, JT, and Mariah the Scientist.

He has also encountered Teanna Trump in 2019 and Blac Chyna in 2017. Additionally, Lil Yachty began dating Juliet Charlotte, also known as 222juliet, in December 2021.

Lil Yachty, 26, has chosen to keep his relationship status private and has not made any public statements regarding his romantic life. However, in the past, he has been rumored to be involved with a few notable women, such as Rubi Rose, India Love, and Megan Denise.

 Despite these speculations, Lil Yachty has consistently denied being in a committed relationship with them. Yachty made an announcement on October 20, 2021, revealing that he has become a father to a baby girl. However, he has chosen not to disclose the identity of the child’s mother.

Discography

Studio albums:

• Teenage Emotions 
• Lil Boat 2 
• Nuthin’ 2 Prove 
• Lil Boat 3 
• Let’s Start Here 

Mixtapes:

• Lil Boat 
• Summer Songs 2 
• Collaborative mixtape:
• A-Team: Familiar Territory 
• Extended plays:
• Summer Songs 
• Birthday Mix 
• Birthday Mix 2 
• Birthday Mix 3 
• Michigan Boy Boat 

Singles:

• “One Night” 
• “Minnesota” 
• “iSpy” (with Kyle) 
• “Broccoli” (with DRAM) 
• “Peekaboo” 
• “Minnesota (Remix)” (with Quavo, Offset, and Takeoff) 
• “Better” 
• “All Around Me” (with Future) 
• “Where U at?” (with Diplo) 
• “Oprah’s Bank Account” (with Drake and DaBaby) 
• “Popstar” (with Drake)
• “Flex Up” 
• “Oprah’s Bank Account (Remix)” (with Drake, DaBaby, and Lil Baby) 
• “Lil Boat 3” 
• “Michigan Boy Boat” (with Tee Grizzley, Offset, and Lil Durk) 
• “Hit Bout It” (with Playboi Carti)

Net Worth

Lil Yachty has an estimated net worth of $8 million. This significant wealth has been accumulated primarily through his successful music career, where he likely earned substantial amounts from album sales, concerts, and royalties. 

His financial success can also be attributed to endorsement deals with various brands and involvement in other profitable business ventures.