Bad Bunny is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and record producer.
He’s often referred to as the “King of Latin Trap.” Bad Bunny made history as the first non-English-language act to become Spotify’s most streamed artist of the year, leading the list from 2020 to 2022. In 2022, he achieved the second-biggest streaming year of any artist in Spotify’s history, amassing over 18.5 billion streams. By December 2023, his album “Un Verano Sin Ti” had become the most streamed album on Spotify, garnering over 14 billion streams.
Early life and Education
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, was born on March 10, 1994, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Raised in the town of Vega Baja, he developed an interest in music at a young age. Bad Bunny studied audiovisual communications at the University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo but left before completing his degree to focus on his music career. His early life and education played a significant role in shaping his artistic expression and the themes he explores in his music.
Career
Bad Bunny’s career took off in 2016 when he began releasing music independently on SoundCloud. His breakthrough came with the song “Diles,” which caught the attention of DJ Luian and led to collaborations with major artists in the Latin music scene.
In 2017, Bad Bunny gained widespread recognition with his feature on the hit song “Mayores” by Becky G. This collaboration propelled him into the mainstream, and he quickly became one of the most sought-after artists in Latin music.
Since then, Bad Bunny has released multiple successful singles and albums, including “X 100pre” (2018), “YHLQMDLG” (2020), and “El Último Tour Del Mundo” (2020). He’s known for his boundary-pushing music that blends reggaeton, Latin trap, and other genres, as well as his bold fashion sense and outspoken advocacy for social issues.
In addition to his solo work, Bad Bunny has collaborated with numerous artists across various genres and has won several awards, including multiple Latin Grammy Awards and Billboard Latin Music Awards. He’s also made waves in the fashion and acting worlds, further solidifying his status as a cultural icon.
WWE
Bunny has been a lifelong fan of professional wrestling and began making appearances in WWE in 2021. During WWE’s Royal Rumble event on January 31, 2021, he performed his song “Booker T” live, alongside a cameo from the former wrestler of the same name. Following this, he started appearing regularly on WWE’s weekly television show, Monday Night Raw.
Teaming up with fellow Puerto Rican wrestler Damian Priest, Bad Bunny won the WWE 24/7 Championship from Akira Tozawa on the February 15 episode of Raw. However, he relinquished the title to R-Truth on the March 15 episode in exchange for “Stone Cold” Steve Austin memorabilia, ending his reign at 28 days.
Bad Bunny made his in-ring wrestling debut at WrestleMania 37, teaming with Damian Priest to defeat The Miz and John Morrison in a tag team match. He returned to WWE at the 2022 Royal Rumble, competing in the men’s Royal Rumble match and making a strong showing before being eliminated by Brock Lesnar.
In January 2023, it was announced that Bad Bunny would be a playable wrestler in the WWE 2K23 video game as a pre-order bonus. He later served as the host for WWE’s Backlash event in Puerto Rico and even joined the Spanish announce team during a match at WrestleMania 39.
Subsequently, Bad Bunny got entangled in a feud with Damian Priest, culminating in a San Juan Street Fight at Backlash, which Bad Bunny won to the delight of his home fans. He later aligned himself with the Latino World Order (LWO) faction and continued to make waves in the WWE universe.
Personal life
In 2017, Bad Bunny met jewelry designer Gabriela Berlingeri while dining at a restaurant with his family after a concert. They initially collaborated professionally before their relationship became public, confirmed when Berlingeri provided vocals for Jennifer Lopez on Bad Bunny’s track “Te Guste”. The couple’s public appearance was in 2020 at a basketball game, followed by social media posts together. Despite their breakup in late 2022, they continued to collaborate professionally.
Rumors of Bad Bunny dating model Kendall Jenner emerged in February 2023, with photos and videos of them on dates spreading online. Their first official public outing was at an NBA playoff game in May 2023. They also appeared together in a campaign for Gucci’s Valigeria in September 2023, exploring the intimacy of traveling together.
Regarding his sexuality, Bad Bunny has been an advocate for LGBT rights. He criticized homophobic behavior, supported transgender rights, and publicly identified as fluid in his sexuality. He received recognition from GLAAD for his allyship in 2023. Additionally, Bad Bunny has been active in humanitarian efforts, establishing the Good Bunny Foundation to aid children in poverty in Puerto Rico and participating in protests against government corruption on the island.
Legal issue
In March 2023, a woman who had previously been in a relationship with Bad Bunny from 2011 to 2016 filed a $40 million lawsuit against the rapper and his manager. The lawsuit alleged unauthorized usage of a recording of her voice in the songs “Pa Ti” and “Dos Mil 16”. The recording reportedly featured the woman saying “Bad Bunny, baby” and was claimed to have been used without her permission.
Net Worth
Estimated to be over 25 million dollars