Waka Flocka Flame Biography: Albums, Awards, Wife, Child, Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents

Waka Flocka Flame is an American rapper, TV personality, and entrepreneur born on May 31, 1986, in Queens, New York.

He rose to fame with hits like Hard in da Paint and No Hands and became a key figure in Southern hip-hop.

He was formerly married to Tammy Rivera and helped raise her daughter, Charlie. Known for his energetic style and business ventures, Waka remains a cultural icon beyond music.

Profile

• Full Name: Juaquin James Malphurs
• Stage Name: Waka Flocka Flame
• Born: May 31, 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Birthplace: South Jamaica, Queens, New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Rapper, TV Personality, Entrepreneur
• Height: 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m)
• Parent: Mr. Malphurs (father), Debra Antney (mother)
• Siblings: KayO Redd (late brother)
• Spouse: Tammy Rivera
• Children: Charlie Rivera
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $7 million

Early Life And Education

Waka Flocka Flame was born Juaquin James Malphurs on May 31, 1986, in South Jamaica, Queens, New York. He is 39 years old. He was raised in Riverdale, Georgia, by his mother, Debra Antney, a prominent music manager. His father was absent during most of his childhood.

Waka is African-American and practices Christianity. His late brother, KayO Redd, was also a rapper. Though Waka did not pursue higher education, his upbringing around the music business helped shape his early interest in hip-hop and entertainment.

Career

Waka Flocka Flame burst onto the music scene in 2009 with the hit single “O Let’s Do It,” followed by major success in 2010 with his debut album Flockaveli, which featured hits like “Hard in da Paint” and “No Hands.” Known for his aggressive delivery and energetic performances, Waka became a key figure in Southern hip-hop and trap music.

In addition to music, he has appeared on reality TV, including Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta and Waka & Tammy: What the Flocka, which chronicled his relationship with then-wife Tammy Rivera. Over time, Waka also transitioned into entrepreneurship and activism, supporting mental health awareness, vegan living, and youth empowerment.

His music legacy includes mixtapes, albums, and collaborations with artists like Gucci Mane, Roscoe Dash, and Drake. Despite stepping back from full-time music, Waka remains influential in hip-hop and pop culture.

Awards and Nominations

• BET Hip Hop Award nominations
• Multiple platinum and gold-certified singles

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @wakaflocka
• Facebook handle: @WakaFlocka
• Twitter handle: @WakaFlocka

Personal Life

Waka Flocka Flame is currently single. He was previously married to reality star Tammy Rivera, and their marriage was featured in several TV shows before their separation in 2022.

Though Waka does not have biological children, he helped raise Tammy’s daughter, Charlie Rivera, whom he considers his own. He stands at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 meters) tall and is known for his towering presence and charisma.

Discography

• Albums: Flockaveli (2010), Triple F Life (2012), Flockaveli 2 (unreleased)
• Mixtapes: Salute Me or Shoot Me, DuFlocka Rant, and more
• TV: Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, Waka & Tammy: What the Flocka

Net Worth

Waka Flocka Flame has an estimated net worth of $7 million. His earnings come from music sales, live performances, television appearances, brand endorsements, and investments in cannabis, real estate, and wellness ventures. His shift from rapper to businessman and public figure has allowed him to maintain wealth while expanding into other industries.