Philip DeFranco Biography: Twitter, Net Worth, Spouse, Age, YouTube, Children, Height, Movies

Philip DeFranco, born Philip James Franchini Jr. on December 1, 1985, in The Bronx, New York City, is a prominent American YouTube personality and news commentator.

He gained widespread recognition through his YouTube channel, where he discusses current events, politics, and pop culture.

Profile

• Full name: Philip James Franchini Jr.
• Nickname: PhillyD
• Date of birth: December 1, 1985
• Age: 39 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: The Bronx, New York City, U.S.
• State of origin: New York
• Nationality: American
• Profession: YouTube personality, news commentator
• Height: 185 cm
• Parents: Father: Philip Franchini Sr.; Mother: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Lindsay Jordan Doty (m. 2015)
• Children: Philip “Trey” DeFranco III, Carter William DeFranco
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Atheist (formerly Catholic)
• Ethnicity: Italian descent
• Net worth: $12 million

Early Life and Education

Philip DeFranco was born on December 1, 1985, in The Bronx, New York City. He is of Italian descent and was raised in a Catholic household. He attended the University of South Florida, studying biology, and later enrolled at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College. Subsequently, he became a junior at East Carolina University.

During his college years, DeFranco worked various jobs, including waiting tables, to support himself. At one point, he faced financial hardships that led him to live in his car before moving back in with his father in Tampa, Florida, under the condition that he would return to college, which he ultimately did not do.

Personal Life

DeFranco married Lindsay Jordan Doty in 2015. The couple has two sons: Philip “Trey” DeFranco III and Carter William DeFranco.

Career

DeFranco launched his YouTube channel in 2006 under the username “sxephil,” where he initially posted vlogs discussing news, politics, and pop culture. His engaging and unfiltered commentary quickly attracted a substantial following. Over the years, his channel evolved into The Philip DeFranco Show, which has garnered millions of subscribers and billions of views.

In addition to his main channel, DeFranco has been involved in creating other successful YouTube channels, including SourceFed and Super Panic Frenzy. Throughout his career, DeFranco has received several accolades, including the Show of the Year award at the 2016 Streamy Awards.

Net Worth

Philip DeFranco‘s net worth is estimated to be approximately $12 million, accumulated through his successful YouTube career, production ventures, and merchandise sales.

Social Media

• Instagram: @philipdefranco
• Twitter: @PhillyD

Filmography

• The Philip DeFranco Show (2006–present)
• Hooking Up (2008)
• Internet Icon (2013)
• Hot Ones (2018)
• Gochi Gang (2019)
• The Philip DeFranco Show (2006–present)
• Hooking Up (2008)
• Internet Icon (2013)
• Hot Ones (2018)
• Gochi Gang (2019)