Angie Martinez Biography
Angie Martinez is an American radio personality, rapper, and actress. Known as “The Voice of New York,” she spent two decades at New York City’s HOT 97 (WQHT) before moving to Power 105.1 (WWPR) in 2014. Angie was the recipient of the 2018 Marconi Radio Award for “Major Market Personality of the Year” from the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB). In 2020, she received her Radio Hall of Fame induction.
Angie Martinez’s age
Angie was born on January 9, 1971, in Brooklyn, New York, United States. She celebrates her birthday on January 9 each year. She is 53 years old as of 2024.
Angie Martinez Height
Angie Martinez stands at a height of 5 feet, 0 inches (1.52 meters) and weighs around 59 kg.
Martinez Family
Angie’s father was Puerto Rican, and her mother was of Cuban and Dominican descent.
Who is Angie Martinez husband?
Angie has a son, Niko Ruffin, born in 2003 with Tamir “Nokio” Ruffin of Dru Hill, a rapper, songwriter, and record producer. Angie participated in the New York City Marathon in 2014, raising funds for CC Sabathia’s charity. In late 2019, she sustained major injuries, including a fractured lumbar and shattered vertebrae, in a serious car accident.
Angie Martinez’s career
Radio Career
Angie began her career in FM broadcasting at age 16, answering hotlines at the urban radio station WQHT (“Hot 97”). She worked with popular DJ Funkmaster Flex, quickly learning the craft of running a successful radio program. Angie hosted the Afternoon Drive weekdays with HOT 97’s DJ Enuff, interviewing top music artists like Jay-Z and Mariah Carey. On June 18, 2014, she resigned from Hot 97 and joined Power 105.1 (WWPR-FM) the next day.
Acting Career
In October 2002, Angie appeared in the film Paid in Full. She also appeared in Video Girl (2011), Generation Um… (2012), and the docu-comedy series This Is Hot 97 (2014). She had small roles in independent hip-hop films such as Blood Is Thicker Than Water and Paper Soldiers.
Music Career
In 1996, Angie was encouraged by her friend KRS-One to try rapping. She appeared on his track “Heartbeat” from the 1997 album I Got Next. After gaining a fan base, she featured on Lil’ Kim’s “Ladies Night Remix” of “Not Tonight” for the Nothing to Lose soundtrack. Angie’s debut album, Up Close and Personal, was released on April 17, 2001, featuring production by DJ Clue, Salaam Remi, Knobody, and Rockwilder, with guest appearances by Jay-Z, Snoop Doggy Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Wyclef Jean, Busta Rhymes, and Kool G. Rap.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Angie Martinez
- What is Angie Martinez’s age?
- Angie Martinez is 53 years old in 2024.
- Where was Angie Martinez’s birthplace?
- Angie Martinez was born in Brooklyn, New York, United States.
- What does Angie Martinez’s net worth look like?
- Angie Martinez’s net worth is $3 million.
- Is Angie Martinez married?
- She is divorced.
- What is Angie Martinez’s height?
- She is 1.52 meters tall.
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