Macklemore

Date of Birth: June 19, 1983

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Macklemore, born Benjamin Hammond Haggerty, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter hailing from Seattle, Washington. He rose to international fame with his hit singles “Thrift Shop” and “Can’t Hold Us,” both of which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2013. Partnering with producer Ryan Lewis, Macklemore’s unique blend of humor, social commentary, and infectious beats garnered widespread acclaim. His debut album, “The Heist,” won several awards, including four Grammy Awards in 2014. Macklemore is also known for his advocacy on various social issues, including same-sex marriage and addiction recovery, drawing from his own experiences with substance abuse.

5 Interesting Facts about Macklemore

1. Macklemore’s real name is Benjamin Hammond Haggerty.

2. He has been open about his struggles with substance abuse and has advocated for addiction recovery.

3. “Thrift Shop” was the first song since 1994 to reach the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart without the support of a major record label.

4. Macklemore has a degree in marketing from Evergreen State College.

5. He is a vocal supporter of LGBTQ+ rights and released the song “Same Love” to promote same-sex marriage.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Macklemore

1. “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.”

2. “Music is therapy. Music moves people. It connects people in ways that no other medium can.”

3. “It’s easy to get caught up in the cycle of negativity, but it’s also easy to break out of it.”

4. “I want to be someone who is respected and not just liked.”

5. “Everyone is going through something, and the more we talk about it, the less stigmatized it becomes.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Macklemore’s highest net worth achieved is approximately $25 million.

Children

Macklemore has two daughters with his wife, Tricia Davis. Their names are Sloane Ava Simone Haggerty, born in May 2015, and Colette Koala Haggerty, born in March 2018.