Big Sean Biography: Siblings, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Children, Height, Wikipedia, Girlfriend, Songs, Awards, Books

Big Sean, born Sean Michael Leonard Anderson on March 25, 1988, is an American rapper and songwriter known for his introspective and energetic style.

He first gained widespread attention in 2007 after Kanye West signed him to G.O.O.DG.O.O.D. Music, which catapulted him into the hip-hop scene.

His breakout single, “My Last,” featuring Chris Brown, gained mainstream recognition in 2011.

Over the years, he has released several successful albums, with “Finally Famous” and “Dark Sky Paradise” cementing his status in the music industry.

Known for his collaborations with prominent artists like Kanye West, Drake, and Jhene Aiko, Big Sean has built a reputation for delivering chart-topping hit lyrics.

Profile

•   Full name: Sean Michael Leonard Anderson
•   Nickname: Big Sean
•   Date of birth: March 25, 1988
•   Age: 36 years old
•   Gender: Male
•   Place of birth: Santa Monica, California, U.S.A.U.S.A.
•   Nationality: American
•   Profession: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
•   Height: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
•   Parents: Myra Anderson (mother), James Anderson (father)
•   Siblings: Gregg Pluta, Chris Jinkins
•   Spouse: Jhene Aiko (partner)
•   Children: Noah Hasani Anderson
•   Relationship status: In a relationship with Jhene Aiko
•   Religion: Christianity
•   Ethnicity: African American
•   Net worth: $26 million

Early Life and Education

Big Sean was born in Santa Monica, California, but moved to Detroit, Michigan, at three months old, where he was raised by his mother, Myra, and grandmother, Mildred Leonard.

His grandmother served in World War II, becoming one of the first Black female captains in the U.S.U.S. Army. Growing up in Detroit, Sean attended the Detroit Waldorf School and later graduated from Cass Technical High School in 2006 with a 3.7 GPA.

His early years in Detroit significantly shaped his music career, and he often references the city in his songs. As of 2024, Sean is 36 years old. He was raised in a Christian household and continues embracing his faith, influencing his outlook on life and music.

Personal Life

Big Sean has had high-profile relationships throughout his career. He was engaged to actress Naya Rivera in 2013, but they ended their relationship in 2014.

He later dated pop star Ariana Grande before the two parted ways in 2015. In 2016, he began dating singer Jhene Aiko, with whom he shares a deep personal and musical connection.

The couple welcomed their first child, Noah Hasani Anderson, in 2022.

Although they are not married, their relationship remains strong, and they frequently collaborate musically, including on their joint project, “Twenty88.”

Career

Big Sean’s career began in 2007 when he was signed to Kanye West’s G.O.O.DG.O.O.D. Music label after a chance freestyle performance at a Detroit radio station.

His first mixtape, “Finally Famous,” released in 2007, started building his fanbase. His debut studio album, “Finally Famous,” dropped in 2011 and featured hit singles such as “My Last” and “Dance (Ass),” which climbed the charts and established him in the rap world.

He followed up with albums like “Hall of Fame” (2013) and “Dark Sky Paradise” (2015), the latter of which was his first album to top the Billboard 200 chart.

Big Sean continued his success with subsequent albums, including “I Decided” (2017) and “Detroit 2” (2020). Over the years, he has collaborated with many artists, including Kanye West, Drake, Nicki Minaj, and his partner Jhene Aiko.

Awards

•   B.E.T.B.E.T. Hip Hop Awards (Best New Artist) – 2011
•   MTV Video Music Awards (Best Video with a Social Message) – 2015
•   Grammy Nominations (Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song) – Various years
•   B.E.T.B.E.T. Awards – Multiple wins
•   Soul Train Awards – Multiple nominations

Net Worth

Big Sean’s estimated net worth is $26 million. He amassed his wealth primarily through his successful music career, including several chart-topping albums and collaborations with significant artists.

Social Media

• Instagram: @bigsean
•   Twitter: @BigSean

Filmography

•   Animals (2017)
•   Justin Bieber: Seasons (2020)
• Trouble (2019) [Voice]

Discography

•   Finally Famous (2011)
•   Hall of Fame (2013)
•   Dark Sky Paradise (2015)
•   I decided (2017)
•   Detroit 2 (2020)

Books

•   Go Higher: Five Practices for Purpose, Success, and Inner Peace (2024)