Andr 3000 height, weight, age, body stats

May 2024 · 6 minute read

André 3000 Quick info
Height5 feet 10 inches
weight72 kg
Date of birth27. May 1975
Star signTwins
girlfriendnone

As a rapper , André 3000 is best known for his work with hip-hop duo, Outkast, who have released a couple of platinum-certified studio albums. As an actor, he has worked in popular TV shows and films such as Families, The Shield, Semi-Pro, Revolver , and Four Brothers. He was also cast in the lead role of Jimi Hendrix in the biopic, Everything Is By My Side. He has also done extensive work as an animal rights activist.

Born name

Andre Benjamin

nickname

André 3000, Andre 3K, 3000, Dre, 3 Stapel, Johnny Geier, ice cold

Sun sign

Twins

Place of birth

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

nationality

training

André 3000 went to Sarah Smith Elementary School . He later studied at Sutton Middle School .

For his high school education, he was enrolled at Northside High School and Tri-Cities High School .

occupation

Rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, actor

family

Manager

He is signed with William Morris Endeavor Entertainment .

Genre

Hip Hop, Funk, Jazz, R & B

instruments

Vocals, guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, bass clarinet, kalimba

labels

Epic, LaFace, RCA Records

To build

Slim

Height

5 feet 10 inches or 178 cm

weight

72 kg or 159 lbs

girlfriend/spouse

André 3000 has dated

  • Erykah Badu (1996-1997) – In 1996, Andre officially started dating singer Erykah Badu. In November 1997, she gave birth to their son, Seven Sirius Benjamin. Their relationship seemed to end that same year.
  • Rozonda Thomas (2000) – Andre reportedly dated singer Rozonda Thomas, best known for being a member of girls band TLC in 2000.
  • Karrine Steffans (2001) – In her memoir, former model and video vixen Karrine Steffans claimed that Andre had a sexual encounter with her.
  • Joi (2001) – In 2001, it was reported that Benjamin had hooked up with singer Joi. They had met while working on the single, Movin’ Cool (The After Party) , which was featured on Outkast’s greatest hits album, Big Boi and Dre Present… Outkast . Joi was a featured artist in the song.
  • Shannyn Sossamon (2003) – Andre reportedly had a short-lived affair with actress and musician Shannyn Sossamon in 2003. It was reported that they met after being played in the lead roles of the film in Memphis in the mid-’70s . He was cast in the role of the piano prodigy who falls in love with a punk rocker played by Sossamon. The film was shelved, but it helped them meet for a short time.
  • Tila Tequila – Andre reportedly had an affair with TV and social media personality Tila Tequila.
  • Christina Milian (2005) – In 2005, Andre was romantically involved with fellow ‘Be Cool’ star Christina Milian for a few months.
  • Eufaula Garrett (2006) – In September 2006, Benjamin was reported to be dating film producer Eufaula Garrett. Bossip ‘s report claimed she was his production partner for Moxie Films. It was alleged that they had been dating for 6 months and were regularly spotted jogging together at the Chastain Memorial in Atlanta.
  • Sky Nellor (2006) – In August 2006, American media announced that he was having an affair with Australian actress Sky Nellor. He had brought her along as his date for the premiere of the film, OutKast: Idlewild . After the event, he continued with her in the same car. It was also reported that this affair led to an end to his relationship with Eufaula Garrett.
  • Shay Johnson (2007) – Some media outlets linked Benjamin to actress Shay Johnson in the summer of 2007. It has also been claimed that she herself referenced their relationship in one of their interviews.
  • Melyssa Ford (2008) – In 2008, Andre was in a relationship with model and actress Melyssa Ford. However, their relationship barely lasted a few months.
  • Tiffany Limos (2008) – In late 2008, Andre Benjamin began dating actress Tiffany Limos. However, their affair did not extend into the next year.
  • Vashtie Kola – Andre 3000 reportedly had an affair with party promoter and music video director Vashtie Kola in the past. They reportedly met at a party.
  • Da Brat – Andre has been linked to rapper and actress Da Brat in the past.
  • Keisha Spivey – According to tabloid reports, Andre had a short-lived affair with actress Keisha Spivey.
  • race/ethnicity

    Schwarz

    He is of Haitian-American descent.

    hair colour

    Schwarz

    eye color

    dark brown

    sexual orientation

    Just

    distinguishing features

    Mole on the left side of his nose

    brand promotion

    André 3000 has done support work for the following brands –

    Known for

    As one half of the popular hip hop duo, Outkast. The duo is known for the commercial success of their studio album. ATLiens . The album sold more than 350,000 copies within the first two weeks of its release. The album also debuted at number 2 on the US Billboard 200 chart.

    First album

    His first studio album with Outkast was Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik The album eventually certified platinum in the US.

    In 2018 he released his debut EP Look Ma No Hands as a solo artist.

    first movie

    He made his big screen debut as a voice actor in the English version of the Chinese action comedy film. Hwasango in 2001. His voice was used in the film.

    He made his first motion picture appearance in the action comedy film, Hollywood Murder which was released in 2003. He was cast in a supporting role in the Harrison Ford film role.

    First TV show

    In 1994, André 3000 made his first TV show appearance on the music talk show, Soul Train .

    André 3000 favorite things

    André 3000 facts

  • He was studying in high school when he worked with Antwan “Big Boi” Patton to form the hip-hop duo. outcast . They signed a record deal shortly after high school.
  • They won Best New Rap Group of the Year at the 1995 Source Awards .
  • He picked up guitar while he and Patton were preparing for their second and third studio albums. In his spare time he began to paint.
  • His popular stage name André 3000 became popular with the release of Outkast’s fourth album, Stankonia .
  • In 2008 he announced the launch of his clothing line under the Benjamin Bixby label. He revealed that he was inspired by college football for his designs circa 1935.
  • In 2004, he was voted by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) as the sexiest male vegetarian. He later became vegan and eventually abandoned the vegan lifestyle after following it for more than a decade. He felt he would have a hard time socializing.
  • GQ magazine included him in their list of the 50 most stylish men of the past 50 years.
  • In March 2009 he was arrested for exceeding the speed limit. He was found to be driving at 109 mph in a 65 mph speed zone.
  • In 2013, Complex Magazine named him one of the 10 Best Rappers of the 2000s.
  • Billboard magazine included him in their 2015 list of the 10 greatest rappers of all time.
  • He was featured in a Declare Yourself print ad ahead of the 2008 US Presidential election. The campaign aimed to encourage voter registration and in the advertisement he was bow tie gagged.
  • Follow him on Instagram and SoundCloud.
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