Kendrick Lamar is a highly influential American rapper known for his thought-provoking and storytelling-driven lyrics.
Kendrick Lamar Biography
| Real Name | Kendrick Lamar Duckworth |
| Nickname | Kendrick Lamar |
| Profession | Rapper, songwriter, record producer |
| Date of Birth | 17 June, 1987 |
| Age | 38 years (As of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Compton, California, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Compton, California, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Ethnicity | Not known |
| Religion | Christian |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) YouTube |
Education Qualification
| School | Centennial High School |
| College | Update soon |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
Kendrick Lamar Age
Rapper and songwriter Kendrick Lamar was born on June 17, 1987, in Compton, California, USA. As of 2025, he is 38 years old and his zodiac sign is Gemini.
Kendrick Lamar Wife
| Marital Status | Engaged (2015) |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Whitney Alford |
| Spouse/Wife | Whitney Alford |
| Children | Daughter – Uzi Lamar Son – Enoch Lamar |
Kendrick Lamar Family
| Father’s Name | Kenney Duckworth |
| Mother’s Name | Paula Oliver |
| Brother’s Name | Two younger brother |
| Sister’s Name | Kayla Sawyer (businesswoman) |
Career
| Debut | Kendrick started his career in 2003 |
| Awards | 22 – Grammy Awards 1 – Primetime Emmy Award 1 – Brit Award 4 – American Music Awards 6 – Billboard Music Award 11 – MTV Video Music Award 2 – Video of the Year 37 – BET Hip Hop Award 2018 – Pulitzer Prize for Music |
Kendrick Lamar Songs, Albums
Studio Albums –
- 2011 – Section 80
- 2012 – Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City
- 2015 – To Pimp a Butterfly
- 2017 – Damn
- 2022 – Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers
- 2024 – GNX
Filmography –
- 2014 – Lennon or McCartney
- 2015 – God Is Gagnsta
- 2018 – Quincy
- 2022 – Kendrick Lamar Live: The Big Steppers Tour
- 2023 – Renaissance: A Film By Beyonce
- 2024 – Piece by Piece
- 2025 – Untitled Trey Parker Film
Kendrick Lamar Tours
Headlining –
- 2013 – Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City World Tour
- 2015 – Kunta’s Groove Sessions
- 2017-18 – The Damn Tour
- 2022-24 – The Big Steppers Tour
Co-headlining –
- 2018 – The Championship Tour with Top Dawg Entertainment
- 2025 – Grand National Tour with SZA
Kendrick Lamar Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 168 cm In meters – 1.68 m In feet & inches – 5’ 6” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 75 kg In pounds – 155 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Kendrick Lamar’s Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $142 Million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Singing, songwriting, record producing, social media, business, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Kendrick Lamar
- Kendrick Lamar was born and brought up in Compton, California.
- His mother named him in honor of singer and songwriter Eddie Kendricks.
- He completed his preliminary education at McNair Elementary in Compton Unified School District.
- He was known to be a bright student and consistently got A grades.
- He released his first mixtape at age sixteen, eight years after watching Tupac and Dr. Dre’s music video “California Love” for the first time.
- He first gained critical acclaim for his 2011 album Section 80.
- His third album, 2015’s To Pimp a Butterfly, helped him earn a wide audience, leading to seven Grammy Awards.
- His second album, Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City won the award for Album of the Year at the 2013 Bet Hip Hop Awards.
- He has five siblings and said his parents raised him to have a socially conscious worldview.
- He began to work with the label and in 2005 released the album ‘Training Day’ a mixtape of 26 songs.
- He made guest appearances on albums by artists like YG, Tame Impala, and SZA.
- In 2015, he was featured in Taylor Swift’s official remix version of ‘Bad Blood’ as well as a video.
- He is a Christian by faith and discusses the same in his songs as well.
- In 2015, he got engaged to his high school sweetheart Whitney Alford.
- He and Whitney have a daughter named Uzi and a son named Enoch.
- Whitney has also appeared in vocals on his albums over the years.
- He has collaborated with Dr. Dre on several songs, including ‘The Recipe.’
- He made a guest appearance on the popular TV show “Power” in 2018.
FAQ:
How old is Kendrick Lamar?
38 years (as of 2025)
Who is Kendrick Lamar’s wife?
He got engaged to Whitney Alford in 2015.
What is Kendrick Lamar’s net worth?
Approx – $142 Million (As of 2025)
When did Kendrick Lamar start rapping?
He started rapping in 2003.
Does Kendrick Lamar have any kids?
He had a daughter named Uzi and a son named Enoch.