Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio on March 10, 1994, is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is a major figure in contemporary Latin music. He is a leading voice in bringing Spanish-language rap and trap music to a global audience.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio |
| Date of Birth | March 10, 1994 |
| Place of Birth | Vega Baja, Puerto Rico |
| Nationality | Puerto Rican |
| Partner | Gabriela Berlingeri (previous) |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter |
| Labels | Hear This Music |
| Net Worth | $50 million (2024) |
Early Life and Education
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, he grew up in a working-class family. His father worked as a truck driver, and his mother was a teacher.
He has two younger brothers. From a young age, he was drawn to reggaeton, a genre blending hip-hop and reggae, and listened to various Latin music styles. He also enjoyed diverse genres like salsa, merengue, and even classic rock.
He sang in his church choir until his early teens. Later, he focused on creating his own music and freestyling. He attended university, studying audiovisual communications while also working to support himself.
Career
While attending college, Bad Bunny started sharing his music on SoundCloud. In 2016, his song “Diles” gained popularity and caught the attention of producers.
He teamed up with Noah Assad, and together they decided to release singles and videos on YouTube to gain recognition, instead of signing with a major record label.
In 2017, Bad Bunny participated in several successful singles, including “Pa Ti,” “Loco Pero Millonario,” and “Sensualidad.” His success continued into 2018 with Cardi B’s Grammy-nominated “I Like It” which he was featured on, alongside J Balvin.
Bad Bunny’s first album, X 100PRE, was released on Christmas Eve 2018 and reached the top spot on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart. The album won a Latin Grammy Award for Best Urban Music Album.
From 2020 to 2022, he was the most streamed artist on Spotify. Additionally, his album Un Verano Sin Ti became the most streamed album worldwide on Spotify and earned a nomination for Album of the Year at the Grammys. Bad Bunny is also the only artist with an all-Spanish language album to top the U.S. charts.
Professional Wrestling Career
Bad Bunny, a longtime professional wrestling enthusiast, started making appearances in WWE in 2021.
Highlights include a live performance of his song “Booker T” at the Royal Rumble, where he was joined by the wrestler Booker T.
He also briefly held the WWE 24/7 Championship, trading it to R-Truth for “Stone Cold” Steve Austin memorabilia.
His in-ring debut took place at WrestleMania 37, where he teamed with Damian Priest for a victory over The Miz and John Morrison.
Personal Life
Bad Bunny’s personal life has attracted considerable media attention, though he remains private.
He dated jewelry designer Gabriela Berlingeri from 2017 to late 2022, often seen together at events and collaborating on music.
In early 2023, he was linked to model Kendall Jenner, but their relationship reportedly ended by December 2023. Despite this, there were rumors of a brief reconciliation with Berlingeri in early 2024. Currently, Bad Bunny has no children.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Bad Bunny’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $50 million. This wealth primarily comes from his successful music career, including album sales, streaming, and concert tours.
Awards and Nominations
Bad Bunny has received numerous awards and nominations.
Grammy Awards:
- He has won three Grammy Awards.
- Awards include Best Latin Pop or Urban Album and two for Best Música Urbana Album.
- He has also received nominations for Album of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance.
Latin Grammy Awards:
- He has won twelve Latin Grammy Awards.
- Awards include Best Urban Music Album.
- He has also secured several nominations across various categories.
MTV Awards:
- He has won an MTV Video Music Award for Artist of the Year.
- He has also received MTV Movie + TV Awards nominations.
Billboard Awards:
- He has won multiple Billboard Music Awards.
People’s Choice Awards:
- He has won multiple People’s Choice Awards, including The Latin Artist and Male Latin Artist of the Year.
Discography
Studio Albums:
- X 100pre (2018)
- Oasis (with J Balvin) (2019)
- YHLQMDLG (2020)
- El Último Tour Del Mundo (2020)
- Un Verano Sin Ti (2022)
- Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana (2023)
- Debí Tirar Más Fotos (2025)
Compilation Albums:
- Las Que No Iban a Salir (2020)
EPs:
- Up Next (Live from Apple Piazza Liberty) (2019)
He has also released numerous singles as a lead and featured artist.
