Biography / Wiki
Michael Santiago Render, professionally known as Killer Mike is an American actor, rapper, and activist who knew as the founder of ‘Grind Time Official Records’ which was launched through the Fontana Distribution and the SMC Recordings. Apart from rapping, he is famous for his vocal activism and outspokenness for numerous social and political causes.
He is the type of person who always loves to challenge himself and maintains his dreams. He was a visible and vocal supporter of Sanders in his 2020 presidential campaign. He massively hit the headlines when he held a massive marijuana-themed party to celebrate his birthday which included weed worth $10k.
Height / Weight / Age
Born on April 20, 1975, Killer Mike turns 48 years old. He is towering tall with a height of 190 centimeters and 6’3” in feet & inches. He possesses a fit and healthy personality with a weight of 120 kilograms and 264 lbs in pounds.
He seems younger with his black eyes and black hair. His body measures 44 inches chest, 36 inches waist, and 36 inches hips and his biceps size is 17 inches approximately.
Net Worth
He earned a handsome amount of money from his music career and also made money from the sales of his album either as a solo artist or a duo. His estimated net worth is around $5 Million.
Education / Family
Mike was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, and belongs to the Afro-American ethnic group. He didn’t reveal the names of his father and mother. His father worked as a policeman while his mother worked as a drug trafficker and a florist.
As Per his education, he completed his schooling at Douglass High School and further attended Morehouse College but dropped out of college shortly after.
Name |
Killer Mike |
| Birth Name | Michael Santiago Render |
| Nickname | Killer Mike, Run the Jewels, Mike, Mike Bigga, |
| Birth Place | Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
| Date Of Birth | April 20, 1975 |
| Age | 48 Years |
| Height | In centimeters – 190 cm
In feet inches – 6’3” |
| Weight | In Kilograms – 120 kg
In Pounds – 264 lbs |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Profession | Rapper |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
| School | Douglass High School |
| College | Morehouse College |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Nationality | American |
| Home Town | Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
| Fathers Name | Not Known |
| Mothers Name | Not Known |
| Brothers | Not Known |
| Sister | Not Known |
Career / Fashion And Style
As per his career, he commenced his career with the single called Snapping & Trapping and later he made another appearance in their single titled The Whole World. After that, he appeared in single titled Popping Tags. In 2003, he released his debut album called Monster and two of its singles were Akshon as well as A. D. I. D. A. S.
His second album Ghetto Extraordinary was delayed due to the conflict between Big Boi and Sony Records in 2005. He released his second album with the name of I Pledge Allegiance to the Grind in 2006. In 2011, the Cartoon Network introduced him to El-P, a rapper and producer. After that, he produced his album known as R.A.P. Music.
Following this, he formed a duo with the name Run the Jewels along with EI-P. They released an eponymous album in 2013. They released their second one called Run the Jewels 2 in October 2013. In 2016, they released a third one named Run the Jewels 3. He also portrayed characters in three films Idlewild, 20 Funerals, and ATL.
He also lent his voice to the character of Taqu’il in the Frisky Dingo cartoon. He along with his wife opened a barbershop in 2011. Apart from that, he also focuses on social equality, police brutality, and systemic racism.
Girlfriends, Affairs, Wife, and More
Reflecting on his personal life, he married knot in 2006 with her long-term girlfriend, Shana Shay with whom he welcomed four children together; Pony, Mikey, Aniyah, and Malik. Their bond is going stronger with the passage of time and the couple is enjoying their present life a lot without any disturbances.
| Girlfriends | Shana Shay |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Shana Shay
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| Children | Pony, Mikey, Aniyah, and Malik
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Favorite Things
Here we are providing you a list of her favorite things.
| Favorite Actors | Not Known |
| Favorite Actress | Not Known |
| Favorite Musical Instrument | Not Known |
| Favorite Singer(s) | Not Known |
| Favorite Sport | Not Known |
| Favorite Destinations | Not Known |
| Favorite Color(s) | Not Known |
Some Interesting Facts About Killer Mike
- He hails from Afro-American ethnicity.
- His full name by birth is Michael Santiago Render.
- He is called by various nicknames such as Mike, Mike Bigga, Killer Mike, Run the Jewels.
- Mike is the founder of ‘Grind Time Official Records’.
- His zodiac sign is Aries.
- Mike held a massive marijuana-themed party to celebrate his birthday in 2017.
- He gave lectures on race relations and tensions at leading universities such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
- He is a political and social activist who focused on race-related issues.
- He also appeared on the Grammy-winning song “The Whole World”.
