Who is Bun B?
Bernard James Freeman, professionally known as Bun B, is an American rapper born on March 19, 1973, in Houston, Texas. He gained fame as one half of the southern rap duo UGK (UnderGround Kingz), which he co-founded in 1987 with Pimp C. After Pimp C’s passing in 2007, Bun B pursued a successful solo career, releasing several albums, including the highly praised “Trill OG” in 2010. Additionally, he serves as a guest lecturer at Rice University in Houston.
Bun B’s age and birthday
B was born on March 19, 1973, in Houston, Texas, and his zodiac sign is Pisces.
Bun B’s height and weight
Bernard stands 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 meters) tall and weighs about 104 kg. He has a bald head and usually wears a goatee, with a hip-hop-inspired style that includes streetwear like hoodies, t-shirts, and sneakers.
Bun B’s educational background
B attended Thomas Jefferson High School in Port Arthur, Texas, and initially focused on his music career with UGK instead of pursuing higher education. Later, he became a Distinguished Lecturer at Rice University, teaching a course on Hip-Hop and Religion.
Bun B dating life, spouse and children
B Bun has been married to Angela Wells, also known as Queenie, since 2003. They marked their 20th anniversary in 2023. Angela has two children from a previous relationship, and Bun B has played a role in raising them as his stepchildren.
Bun B’s nationality, parents and siblings
Bernard James Freeman was born in Houston, Texas and grew up in Port Arthur, Texas. His father worked for the railroad, and his mother was a homemaker; they divorced when Bun B was young, and he mainly lived with his mother. He has one brother.
Bun B career and rapping
B has had a long and impactful career in hip-hop, particularly in the Southern rap scene. He initially rose to fame as one-half of the iconic duo UGK (UnderGround Kingz), which he formed with Pimp C in the late 1980s. The duo achieved great success with albums like “Too Hard to Swallow” (1992), “Super Tight…” (1994), and “Ridin’ Dirty” (1996), cementing their legacy in the world of hip-hop.
Following the incarceration of Pimp C in 2002 and his tragic death in 2007, Bun B continued to thrive as a solo artist. His debut solo album, “Trill” (2005), was a major commercial hit, featuring popular tracks such as “Draped Up” and “Get Throwed.” He further solidified his solo success with albums like “II Trill” (2008) and the critically acclaimed “Trill OG” (2010), which earned a prestigious 5-mic rating from The Source.
In addition to his music career, Bun B has made numerous guest appearances on songs by other artists, contributing to hits like “International Players Anthem” by OutKast and “They Don’t Know” by Paul Wall. His pursuits extend beyond music into acting, entrepreneurship, and education. He is a Distinguished Lecturer at Rice University, where he teaches a course on Hip-Hop and Religion.
Bun B’s net worth
He has a net worth of approximately $5 million.
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