DDG Biography: Age, Real Name, Nick Name, Career, Education, Parents, Height, Religion, Siblings, Wife, Relationship, Children, Nationality, Ethnicity

Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., better known as DDG, is an American rapper and YouTube star. He started his career on YouTube in 2014, making gaming and vlog videos. After finishing high school in 2015—where he was valedictorian—he went to Central Michigan University but dropped out within a year. DDG said he was already making $30,000 a month from YouTube. After leaving college, he moved to Hollywood to focus on entertainment full time.

DDG always loved music. He grew up around it, as his father was an audio engineer. He started releasing music in 2016 and became popular with songs like “Balenciagas” and “Free Parties.” One of his early hits, “Lettuce” (featuring Famous Dex), gained massive attention online. In 2018, DDG signed a deal with Epic Records and later started his own label, Zooted Music.

One of DDG biggest songs is “Moonwalking in Calabasas,” which was remixed with Blueface and made it onto the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was later certified double platinum. He released several successful projects, including albums Valedictorian (2019), It’s Not Me It’s You (2022), Maybe It’s Me... (2023), and Blame the Chat (2025). He also worked with well-known artists like Gunna, Polo G, NLE Choppa, and Kevin Gates.

In 2021, DDG showed his boxing skills when he won a match against TikTok star Nate Wyatt. He was also chosen as a member of the XXL Freshman Class in 2021. In 2022, he released a song called “Elon Musk” with rapper Gunna and became the first rapper to film a music video with NASA’s zero gravity training. That same year, he made Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list in music.

Personal Life

DDG faced a tragedy when his brother, Darion, was killed in 2014. The event pushed him to avoid street life and focus on creative work. He dated rapper Rubi Rose in 2020–2021. In 2022, he started dating singer Halle Bailey. The couple had a son in December 2023 but broke up in October 2024. In May 2025, Bailey was granted a restraining order against DDG.

DDG continues to release music and build his brand across YouTube and the music industry. His story shows how someone can go from YouTube videos to becoming a chart-topping artist and entrepreneur.

Parents

DDG father, Darryl Granberry Sr., works in the automotive industry and has a YouTube channel called “DDG Daddy.” His mother, Tonya Yvette Granberry, works in retail and runs her own YouTube channel called “Mama DDG.”

Siblings

DDG had an older brother named Darion Breckenridge, who sadly passed away in 2014. He also has a brother named Dajaun Bridge (also known as DuB), who is a YouTuber. DDG has two sisters—Tawanna Rochelle Adams, who stays out of the public eye, and Tiarra “Tee Tee,” who is also a YouTube creator.

Height

DDG is 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 meters) tall.

Religion

DDG is a Christian.

Wife / Relationship / Children

DDG was in a relationship with singer and actress Halle Bailey from 2022 to 2024. They have a son named Halo, born on December 22, 2023.

Nationality

DDG is American. He was born in Pontiac, Michigan.

Ethnicity

DDG is African-American.

Controversy

In May 2025, Halle Bailey got a restraining order against DDG. She accused him of emotional, physical, verbal, and financial abuse.

Boxing

DDG started boxing in June 2021. He won his first fight against Nate Wyatt by unanimous decision at the “YouTubers vs. TikTokers” event.

FAQs 

1. What is DDG real name?

- DDG real name is Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.

2. What is DDG nickname or stage name?

- DDG stage name is DDG, and he is also known as PontiacMadeDDG.

3. How old is DDG?

- DDG was born on October 10, 1997, so he is 27 years old as of 2025.

4. What is DDG career?

- DDG is a rapper, singer, songwriter, YouTuber, and also a boxer.

5. Where did DDG go to school?

- DDG went to International Tech Academy and then studied at Central Michigan University before dropping out to focus on YouTube and music.

6. Who are DDG parents?

- DDG parents are Darryl Granberry Sr. and Tonya Yvette Granberry.

7. Does DDG have siblings?

- Yes. DDG had an older brother named Darion (who passed away), a brother named DuB, and two sisters, Tawanna and Tee Tee.

8. How tall is DDG?

- DDG is 5 feet 8 inches tall (about 1.73 meters).

9. What is DDG religion?

- DDG is a Christian.

10. Is DDG married?

- No, DDG is not married.

11. Who was DDG in a relationship with?

- DDG was in a relationship with Halle Bailey from 2022 to 2024.

12. Does DDG have any children?

- Yes, DDG has a son named Halo, born on December 22, 2023.

13. What is DDG nationality?

- DDG is American.

14. What is DDG ethnicity?

- DDG is African-American.

15. Has DDG appeared in any movies or TV shows?

- Yes. DDG acted in "YouTube Rewind 2019", "PontiacMade DDG VLOGS", and the TV series "Blueface & DDG: BGC" (2023).

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