Diggy Simmons, also known as Daniel Dwayne Simmons III, is a multi-talented American singer, actor, and model. He gained fame as the son of the renowned rapper and DJ Joseph “Rev. Run” Simmons and appeared alongside his family on the reality TV show ‘Run’s House’. Diggy has made significant contributions to the music industry as a former member of the hip-hop collective All City Chess Club and has released several successful singles. In addition to his musical endeavors, he also launched his own line of urban sneakers called ‘Chivalrous Culture’. Inspired by influential artists like Jay Z, Nas, and Kanye West, Diggy released his debut studio album ‘Unexpected Arrival’ in 2012, which received positive reviews from critics. His talent and achievements have earned him nominations for prestigious awards such as the BET Awards and Teen Choice Awards.
Quick Facts
- Also Known As: Daniel Dwayne Simmons III
- Age: 28 Years, 28 Year Old Males
- Family: father: Joseph Simmons, siblings: Angela Simmons, Joseph Simmons Jr., Russell Simmons II, Vanessa Simmons, Victoria Anne Simmons
- Rappers
- Hip Hop Singers
- Height: 5’9″ (175 cm), 5’9″ Males
- U.S. State: New Yorkers
Singing Career
In 2009, Diggy Simmons released his first ever mixtape titled ‘The First Flight’. Following its release, Simmons signed with Atlantic Records. Soon after this, he released his song “Made You Look” that went on to become a viral hit. Simmons next came up with his track “Oh Yeah” which featured Lupe Fiasco and Pharrell Williams. He then released his second mix tape ‘Airborne’. In December 2010, the singer released his third mix tape titled ‘Past Presents Future’ that included popular songs of the 1980s and 1990s by artists like A Tribe Called Quest, Nas and Rakim.
After this, Simmons joined a group called “B(before 20)12”. He released his first ever major label single titled “Copy, Paste” in 2011. On October 24, 2011, he released his song “Do It Like You” as the second single from his upcoming debut album ‘Unexpected Arrival.’ Then, he released the song “88” as the third official single of the album. The album itself was released on March 20, 2012, a day before the American singer’s 17th birthday. In 2014, Simmons released the first song titled “My Girl” from his upcoming Extended Play ‘Out of This World.’
Acting Career
From 2005 to 2009, Diggy Simmons appeared in the reality TV show ‘Run’s House’. He then had a minor role in the 2012 comedy ‘Parental Guidance’. After this, he landed his own TV movie/show pilot titled ‘The Start-Up’. He has also appeared in the TV series ‘Grownish.’
Personal Life
Diggy Simmons was born as Daniel Dwayne Simmons III to Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons and his second wife, Justine, on March 21, 1995 in New York. He has five siblings named Angela, Russell II, Vanessa, Victoria, and JoJo. He is a grandson of the popular actor Daniel Simmons and a nephew of Daniel J. Simmons and Russell Simmons. Information regarding the singer’s education and love life is not known.