Jack Harlow

Jack Harlow was born on March 13, 1998, in Louisville, Kentucky, and began rapping at the age of 12. He released his first mixtape, “Extra Credit,” while still in middle school, and continued honing his craft throughout high school. His early dedication to music set him apart from his peers, and by the time he graduated from Atherton High School in 2016, he had already built a devoted local following in Louisville’s hip-hop scene.

Harlow’s breakthrough came in 2020 with the release of “Whats Poppin,” a track that went viral on TikTok and eventually peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. The song earned him a Grammy nomination and catapulted him into mainstream stardom. He signed with Generation Now and Atlantic Records, which provided him with the platform to reach a global audience. His debut studio album, “Thats What They All Say,” was released in December 2020 and debuted at number five on the Billboard 200.

His second studio album, “Come Home the Kids Miss You,” released in 2022, featured the chart-topping single “First Class,” which sampled Fergie’s “Glamorous” and debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The album solidified his position as one of the leading voices in contemporary hip-hop. Harlow also made his acting debut in the 2023 reboot of “White Men Can’t Jump,” showcasing his versatility beyond music.

Beyond music and acting, Harlow has built significant wealth through endorsement deals with brands like New Balance, KFC, and Pepsi. His partnership with New Balance has been particularly lucrative, making him one of the most visible faces in sneaker culture. With continued touring revenue, streaming income, and brand partnerships, Harlow has accumulated an estimated net worth of $12 million by 2026.