Date of Birth: January 28, 1978
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Big Freedia, born Freddie Ross Jr., is an American musician and performer known for her role in popularizing New Orleans bounce music, a vibrant and high-energy subgenre of hip-hop. Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, Freedia began her career in the late 1990s. Her larger-than-life personality and infectious beats quickly made her a staple in the local music scene. She gained national recognition with her hit album “Just Be Free” in 2014 and her reality TV show “Big Freedia: Queen of Bounce,” which aired on Fuse TV from 2013 to 2017. Freedia’s influence extends beyond music; she has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility. Her collaborations with mainstream artists like Beyoncé and Drake have further cemented her place in the music industry. Big Freedia continues to tour and release new music, bringing the spirit of New Orleans bounce to a global audience.
5 Interesting Facts about Big Freedia
1. Big Freedia was featured on Beyoncé’s “Formation” and Drake’s “Nice for What,” both of which became massive hits.
2. She started singing in the church choir at a young age, which helped develop her powerful vocal skills.
3. Freedia’s reality TV show, “Big Freedia: Queen of Bounce,” ran for six seasons and significantly boosted her popularity.
4. She holds a Guinness World Record for leading the largest number of people twerking simultaneously.
5. Big Freedia has written a memoir titled “Big Freedia: God Save the Queen Diva!”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Big Freedia
1. “You already know. It’s Big Freedia, the Queen Diva. You best believe-a.”
2. “I want people to know that you can be yourself and still be successful.”
3. “Bounce music is all about having fun and being yourself.”
4. “I’m here to shake things up, literally and figuratively.”
5. “Music has the power to change lives, and I’m living proof of that.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Big Freedia’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
Big Freedia does not have any biological children, but she often refers to her fans and her team as her “children” or “family.”
Relevant Links
1. [Official Website](https://www.bigfreedia.com
2. [Big Freedia on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bigfreedia/
3. [Big Freedia on Twitter](https://twitter.com/bigfreedia
4. [Big Freedia’s Discography on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6xE7pO0z3tC0Tig4zF9fF6
5. [Big Freedia’s Memoir on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Big-Freedia-God-Queen-Diva/dp/1501101235
