Percy Robert Miller Sr., Famously known as Master P, is a rapper, entrepreneur, actor, and philanthropist.
He rose to fame in the 1990s as the founder and CEO of No Limit Records, one of hip-hop’s most successful independent record labels.
He has also appeared in numerous films and TV shows and has used his success to give back to his community through various charitable endeavors.
Profile
- Full Name: Percy Robert Miller Sr.
- Stage Name: Master P
- Born: April 29, 1970
- Age: 53 years old
- Birthplace: Uptown, New Orleans, Louisiana
- Nationality: United States
- Occupation: rapper, entrepreneur, actor, and philanthropist.
- Height: 1.93m
- Parent: Josie Miller, Percy Miller
- Siblings: C-Murder, Kevin Miller, Silkk the Shocker, Germaine Miller.
- Spouse: Sonya C
- Children: Romeo Miller, Mercy Miller, Cymphonique Miller, Hercy Miller, Tytyana Miller, Veno Miller, Young V, Itali Miller, Inty Miller.
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $200 million
Early Life And Education
Master P, whose real name is Percy Miller, was born on April 29, 1970, in the Third Ward of Uptown New Orleans, Louisiana.
He was raised by his parents, Josie and Percy Miller, along with his three siblings, C-Murder, Kevin Miller, Silkk the Shocker, and Germaine Miller.
Despite winning a sports scholarship at the University of Houston, he left and moved to Richmond to study business at Oakland’s Merritt Junior College.
This decision led him to pursue a music career and become a successful rapper, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.
Career
Percy Robert Miller, better known as Master P, is a highly influential figure in the music industry. Rising to fame in the late 1980s, Master P started his music career as a member of the hip-hop group TRU.
After the group’s success, he launched his solo career and founded No Limit Records in 1991.
With his catchy lyrics and entrepreneurial spirit, he achieved mainstream recognition in the mid-1990s and built No Limit Records into a powerhouse, signing numerous successful artists and launching their solo careers.
His album “Ghetto D” solidified his position as a prominent figure in the industry when it went platinum in 1997.
Master P has also ventured into other industries, such as film, television, and fashion, further solidifying his status as a multi-faceted mogul.
He has also become a philanthropist, using his success to give back to his community and help others achieve their dreams.
Despite facing challenges and setbacks, Master P is a role model and inspiration, showing that hard work, determination, and innovation can lead to great success.
Master P is a multi-talented entrepreneur whose success goes far beyond the music industry. He has invested in various businesses, such as clothing lines, film production, and video games.
In addition, he has also established the “Let The Kids Grow Foundation” to give back to his community and support youth development.
Not content with just conquering the music and business world, Master P has also dabbled in acting, showcasing his versatility in films like “Gone in 60 Seconds” and “Hollywood Homicide.”
Awards and Nominations
Wins:
- 2001: American Music Award – Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist
- 2000: Acapulco Black Film Festival – Black Star Award (Film Entrepreneur)
- 2019: Urban Film Festival – Jury Award (Best Feature Film) (shared with Romeo Miller and Corey Grant) for the film “I Got the Hook Up 2”
NAACP Awards (2):
- Community Service
- Promoting Education for the Next Generation
Nominations:
- 1998: MTV Video Music Awards (VMA) – Best Rap Video (“Make ‘Em Say Uhh!”)
- Master P has also been recognized by various publications and organizations, including:
- 2005: Ranked at number 36 by VH1 in their list of “50 Greatest Hip Hop Artists”
- 2008: “Make ‘Em Say Uhh!” ranked at number 94 by VH1 in their list of “100 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs”
BET:
- Listed as number 28 in “The Most Influential Rappers of All Time”
- Listed as one of “The 25 Influential Black Music Execs”
Social Media
- Instagram: @masterp
- Twitter: @MasterPMiller
- Facebook: @masterp
Personal Life
The 53-year-old Master P, also known as Percy Robert Miller, was married to Sonya C. Miller for 24 years, from 1989 to 2014.
The two first met while attending college and had seven children together. However, their relationship eventually ended in divorce in 2014, citing infidelity as a contributing factor.
Despite the difficulties, Master P has stated that he continues to respect Sonya as the mother of his children. Master P is a father to nine children.
He shares seven children with Sonya C. Romeo Miller, Mercy Miller, Cymphonique Miller, Hercy Miller, Tytyana Miller, Veno Miller, Young V, Itali Miller, and Inty Miller.
Discography
- Get Away Clean (1991) (Released on In-A-Minute Records)
- Mama’s Bad Boy (1992) (Released on SOLAR Records)
- The Ghettos Tryin’ to Kill Me! (1994) (Released on Priority Records)
- 99 Ways to Die (1995) (Released on No Limit Records)
- Ice Cream Man (1996) (Released on No Limit Records)
- Ghetto D (1997) (Released on No Limit Records)
- MP da Last Don (1998) (Released on No Limit Records)
- Only God Can Judge Me (1999) (Released on No Limit Records)
- Ghetto Postage (2000) (Released on No Limit Records)
- Game Face (2001) (Released on No Limit Records)
- Good Side, Bad Side (2004) (Released on Guttar Music Entertainment)
- Ghetto Bill: The Best Hustler in the Game (2005) (Released on Guttar Music Entertainment)
- The Gift (2013) (Released on No Limit Forever Records & XLP Distribution)
- Empire, from the Hood to Hollywood (2015) (Released on No Limit Forever Records & Globy House Records)
Net Worth
Master P, also known as Percy Miller, is an American rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He rose to fame in the 1990s as a rapper and eventually founded his record label, No Limit Records.
In addition to music, Master P has also had successful ventures in film, television, and even sports management.
His hard work and business acumen have earned him an estimated net worth of $200 million, making him one of the wealthiest figures in the entertainment industry.
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