David Choe Biography: Movies, Parents, Children, Age, Siblings, Height, Net Worth, Wife

November 12, 2024 0 Posted By Gift Nworie

David Choe is a renowned American artist, musician, actor, and former journalist and podcast host from Los Angeles, California.

Choe’s work appears in various contexts, including urban culture and entertainment.

He has illustrated and written for magazines including Hustler, Ray Gun, and Vice.

Choe has an ongoing relationship with the Asian pop culture website, store, and former magazine Giant Robot.   

In addition to his art, music, acting, and journalism work, Choe has also been involved in various other projects.

He has created large-scale murals in various locations worldwide, often incorporating his signature style.

Choe has also collaborated with musicians on music videos and other projects.

Profile

  • Full Name: David Choe
  • Stage Name: David Choe
  • Born: April 22, 1976
  • Age: 48 years old
  • Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: American artist, musician, actor, and former journalist and podcast host
  • Height: Unknown
  • Parent: Jimmy Choe and Jane Choe
  • Siblings: Esther Choi
  • Spouse: Heather Choe
  • Children: Unknown
  • Relationship: Marriage
  • Net Worth: $300 million

Early Life And Education

David Choe is an American artist and musician who was born on April 22, 1976, in Los Angeles, California. He was born to Korean immigrant parents, Jimmy Choe and Jane Choe, and has a sister named Esther Choi.

Choe attended the California College of the Arts in Oakland, California, but still needs to complete his degree. Despite not finishing his formal education, he has achieved significant success as an artist and musician. Choe identifies as Korean-American and was raised in Koreatown, Los Angeles. He is also a born-again Christian.

Career

David Choe is a multitalented individual who has made a name for himself in various creative and entertainment fields. After a brief stint at the California College of the Arts and Crafts, he self-published his first graphic novel, “Slow Jams,” in 1996.

Choe gained significant recognition in 2005 when Sean Parker commissioned him to create sexually graphic murals inside Facebook’s first Silicon Valley office.

Though he initially thought Facebook’s business model was “ridiculous and pointless,” he opted to receive company stock instead of cash, which ended up being valued at around $200 million when Facebook went public in 2012.

Over the years, Choe has held several successful solo art exhibitions in the US and UK. He has also worked as a writer and artist for Vice magazine, co-starring in their web series “Thumbs Up!” documenting his travels. 2013, Choe began hosting an online DVDASA podcast with adult film star Asa Akira.

In addition to his artistic pursuits, Choe has also gained recognition for his watercolor paintings, exhibited at the Museo Universitario del Chopo in Mexico City in 2013. After receiving extensive therapy and treatment, Choe has reemerged and continues to explore his diverse creative talents across multiple mediums and platforms.

In addition to his creative pursuits, Choe has been actively involved in philanthropic work. He has collaborated with various organizations to support charitable causes, including fundraising for Haiti and working with children in underserved communities.

Social Media

  • Instagram handle: @davidchoe
  • Facebook handle: David Choe
  • Twitter handle: @davidcho
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 30: (L-R) Steven Yeun, David Choe, Ali Wong and Lee Sung Jin attend Netflix’s Los Angeles premiere “BEEF” afterparty on March 30, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images for Netflix)

Personal Life

David Choe is an American artist and musician. He is married to his wife, Heather Choe, though the exact date of their marriage is unknown. The couple has been together for some time, but details about whether they have any children are unclear and not publicly available.

Filmography

  • Beef (2023)    
  • The Mandalorian (2019)    
  • We Are the Strange (2007)    
  • Violent Blue (2011)    
  • Charlie the Ox (2004)
  • The Choe Show (2021)
  • Dirty Hands: The Art & Crimes of David Choe (2008)   
  • Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain (2021)
  • LA Originals (2020)   
  • Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013)   
  • The Vice Guide to Travel (2007)

Net Worth

David Choe, the renowned figure painter and graffiti artist, is estimated to have a net worth of around $300 million.

This staggering wealth can be attributed mainly to his prescient decision 2005 to accept stock instead of cash payment for his mural work at the Facebook headquarters. In addition to his lucrative investment, Choe’s prowess as a figure painter has also contributed to his substantial wealth.




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