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Who Is Rick Ross? Rick Ross’s Net Worth, Career, Family and Everything You Need To Know

Introduction

Rick Ross (born William Leonard Roberts II; January 28, 1976) is an American rapper. He derived his stage name from the drug trafficker “Freeway” Rick Ross, to whom he has no connection. Rick Ross was born William Leonard Roberts II on January 28th, 1976. He attended the University of Alabama but dropped out due to financial troubles. His music career began around 1994 where he formed The Carol City Cartel after his nickname Boss. Eventually, in 2006 he joined Slip-n-Slide Records and released his debut album Port of Miami later in 2006.

Private life

Rick Ross was born William Leonard Roberts II on January 28, 1976 in Coahoma County, Mississippi. He was raised by his mother Carol Jackson and a father who abandoned him when he was five years old. During his youth, he had numerous run-ins with the law. He during another young boy years was shot by a man who stole his jewelry. In 1996, he began dealing cocaine after graduating from high school and spending some time in the United States Navy, which he says was “among the worst of his life”.

Achievements

In college at Tennessee State University, he met a former back-up singer that once worked with artist T-Pain named Shateria Moragne-el. They have two children together: William Leonard Roberts III and Toi Jackson. At age 33, Ross founded his own label Maybach Music Group and signed fellow rappers Meek Mill and Wale to the label while canceling their old contracts on South Beach Records.

He signed Popcaan to the label in 2015 before making an agreement with the distribution company Warner Bros. Records which is also home to rapper Jay-Z who was formerly an artist on Ross’ roster at Def Jam Recordings.

Debut album

Ross released his debut album Port of Miami through Slip-n-Slide/Def Jam Recordings in 2006. The lead single, “Hustlin'” became a hit, peaking at number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 and getting certified gold by the RIAA for selling more than 500,000 copies in the United States. His second album Trilla was released in 2008; Deeper Than Rap peaked at position 5 on the US Billboard 200 chart while topping both of Billboard’s component charts, Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and Top Rap Albums. It is lead single “Speedin’ featuring R. Kelly peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100.

His last album

Ross released his fourth album, God Forgives, I Don’t in 2012 with the lead single “The Devil Is a Lie” peaking at number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100. His last album Mastermind debuted at position 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and features Meek Mill and French Montana on its introductory track, as well as guest appearances from Jay-Z and The Weeknd. It was met with generally positive reviews from music critics, who drew comparisons to other artists such as: JAY-Z, Gucci Mane and DJ Khaled.

Net worth of Rick Ross

In 2019, Rick Ross had a net worth of $25 million. He is currently the second wealthiest rapper next to Jay-Z and has been featured in songs like “Billionaire” and “Maybach Music”.

Audio albums

Ross has released 15 studio albums and 5 mix-tapes along with numerous charting singles which have brought him a significant fan base. Currently, he also owns Maybach Music Group (MMG) which acts as an umbrella for all artists under them singing directly with MMG.

Signed with female

Rick Ross was known for working with other rappers such as Drake and 2 Chainz until Maybach Music Group (MMG) was founded in 2011 by him and signed Wale soon after that along with Meek Mill and many others who had yet to be discovered. In 2015, Rick Ross signed his first female to MMG as he brought aboard singer Sevyn Streeter. As of 2019, the rapper is in the process of releasing multiple albums under Maybach Music Group (MMG) including “Port of Miami 2” and “Black Market II”.

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Charges on Rick Ross

After six albums in seven years, Rick Ross has become known for his ability to address controversial topics while recording music. He’s also been the focus of many rappers who have tried to discuss his lifestyle saying he doesn’t come from a street background. These charges are false because Rick Ross was raised by his grandmother who worked three jobs just to take care of him and his mother who had brain cancer when he was younger.

In 2009, an investigation began after it was reported that William Leonard Roberts II used the name “Rick Ross” as an alias when being booked at DeKalb County jail in Georgia. This investigation sparked a feud between the rapper and the lead detective who worked on his case, resulting in more charges against him.

Ailment period

2009 also brought about his first “beef” with rapper 50 Cent which was never really resolved because it wasn’t long after that Ross suffered from seizures and put on bed rest. The controversy surrounding the beef started when Rick Ross called into New York’s Hot 97 radio station to talk about a challenge he had with 50 Cent over who would sell more records.

After describing his early life as less than “comfortable”, he proceeded with making comments about how successful Curtis Jackson has been becoming post-criminal life. He went on to brag about being drug dealer turned musician who led to an argument between himself and Jim Jones as well as French Montana.

Injury of Rick Ross

Rick Ross has had ankle surgery before due to an injury he sustained while filming scenes for a video game called Black Ops III where he was portraying himself in virtual form. He’s also been sued by rapper Freeway after calling him gay on Twitter when he criticized Rick Ross’ album “Mastermind”. The lawsuit went through with the judge dismissing it because they said there was no evidence proving that anyone but Rick Ross himself filed it.

Real estate investment

Ross purchased a 10,000-square-foot waterfront mansion in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for $5.2 million in 2012. This three-story Mediterranean home has eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, and two half-baths.

An elevator, a swimming pool with a bar and spa, a theater, a game room, a full bar, and two master suites are among the house’s features. Located in Fort Lauderdale’s Seven Isles community, this property is built on nearly half an acre and features 150 feet of private waterfront. A bit more than $6 million was paid for the home in 2016 after it was listed for $9.25 million in 2014.

Ross spent $5.8 million on a 109-room mansion outside Atlanta that was once owned by Evander Holyfield in 2014. Georgia’s most prominent home is believed to be this one. There are 12 bedrooms and 21 bathrooms in the estate.

An additional 87 acres of land near the rapper’s suburban Atlanta mansion were purchased for $1 million in October 2020. As a result, he now owns 322 acres in total. ” Promise Land ” is his property’s name.

Donation and charities

Ross also has put on for his city of Miami, Florida, in more ways than one. He’s used some of the money he has made off of rapping to donate to various charities throughout South Florida and even started a youth football league called the Carol City Chiefs. As far as politics go, Rick Ross claims to have no political affiliation but did say he is “for sure” going to vote in the 2016 elections though.

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