Offset is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter born on December 14, 1991. He gained fame as part of the hip-hop group Migos alongside Quavo and the late Takeoff. In 2017, he collaborated with producer Metro Boomin and rapper 21 Savage on the album “Without Warning” which reached the top ten on the Billboard 200 chart. The album included the hit single “Ric Flair Drip” which made it to the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100. That same year he featured with Drake on Metro Boomin’s track “No Complaints.”
Offset’s solo career took off in 2018 with the song “Taste” by Tyga his first solo top ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100. The track later achieved 9× platinum certification from the RIAA. He also collaborated with Travis Scott on Kodak Black’s “Zeze” which reached number two on the Hot 100.
As a solo artist, He released his debut studio album “Father of 4” on February 22, 2019. The album became his second to reach the top ten on the Billboard 200 and featured the single “Clout” with Cardi B earning him a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap Performance. In 2023, Offset and Cardi B released the single “Jealousy” which reached number 55 on the Billboard Hot 100. This song served as the lead single for his second studio album “Set It Off” released in October 2023.
Offset’s marriage to fellow rapper Cardi B has been widely covered by the media. The couple who have two children together separated in late 2023.
| Full Name | Kiari Kendrell Cephus (Offset) |
| Date of Birth | December 14, 1991 |
| Place of Birth | Lawrenceville, Georgia, USA |
| Occupation | Rapper, Songwriter, Actor |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (174 cm) |
| Spouse | Cardi B |
| Children | Kulture Kiari Cephus (daughter) |
| Net Worth | $28 million |
Offset’s Early Life
Offset whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus was born on December 14, 1991, in Lawrenceville Georgia. He had a typical middle-class upbringing in Gwinnett County Georgia along with his bandmates Quavo and Takeoff.
Interestingly they are all family: Quavo is Offset’s cousin and Takeoff is Offset’s cousin. They were influenced by music from artists such as Outkast Gucci Mane, Hot Boys, Lil Wayne, and Master P while growing up.
Career
Offset started his career as a backup dancer in Whitney Houston’s music video “Whatchulookinat” when he was just 11 years old in 2002. He grew up in Gwinnett County Georgia near Atlanta and 2008 he formed the group Migos with Quavo and Takeoff.
Migos gained fame after their 2013 single “Versace” and released their first album “Yung Rich Nation” in 2015. Offset gained attention for his performance in the 2017 hit “Bad and Boujee” which topped the Billboard Hot 100. That year Migos also released their album “Culture” which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
Besides Migos, Offset has released solo music and collaborated with many artists. He appeared on Metro Boomin’s “No Complaints” with Drake in 2017 and joined Macklemore on “Willy Wonka” in 2017.
Offset’s collaboration album “Without Warning” with 21 Savage and Metro Boomin came out in October 2017 featuring the hit “Ric Flair Drip.” His solo debut album “Father of 4” arrived in 2019 featuring the single “Clout” with Cardi B.
After Migos released “Culture III” in June 2021 he featured on the soundtrack of “Fast & Furious 9” with the song “Hit Em Hard.”
Rumors of Migos splitting surfaced in May 2022 when he and his wife Cardi B unfollowed Quavo and Takeoff after they announced their new project Unc And Phew.
In August 2022, Offset announced his second studio album and released two singles “54321” and “Code” featuring Moneybagg Yo and model Bella Hadid in the music video. He also filed a lawsuit against his record label Quality Control Music over rights to his solo music.
In October 2022, reports about Migos disbanding circulated after rumors that he had a relationship with Quavo’s ex-girlfriend Saweetie. Despite this Quavo and Takeoff released a collaborative album without Offset.
Tragically, Takeoff was shot and killed in November 2022 prompting Offset to delay his album release. His second studio album “Set it Off” dropped in October 2023 featuring singles like “Jealousy,” “Fan,” and “Worth It” with Don Toliver. The album includes guest appearances from Travis Scott, Future, Latto, and Young Nudy.
Net Worth
Offset has an estimated net worth of $28 Million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The main source of Offset’s net worth mainly comes from his music career as a member of the rap group Migos, which has released several hit albums and singles.
Additionally, he earns money through solo music projects, collaborations with other artists, and performances. He also benefits from various business ventures, including investments in fashion and real estate. Endorsement deals with major brands further boost his income. Overall, it’s the combination of music, business investments, and endorsements that contribute significantly to his net worth.
Personal life
Offset began dating fellow rapper Cardi B in 2017. They married privately on September 20, 2017. Cardi B became a stepmother to his three children from previous relationships. Their public engagement happened a month later during a live show in Philadelphia.
In 2017, he faced a cheating scandal with a woman named Celina Powell who falsely claimed to be pregnant with his child to disrupt their relationship.
In May 2018, he was in a serious car crash with his green Dodge Challenger narrowly escaping death.
On April 7, 2018, Cardi B announced on “Saturday Night Live” that they were expecting their first child. However, by December 2018 Cardi B revealed on Instagram that they had separated due to Offset cheating on her during her pregnancy with an aspiring rapper and model named Summer Bunni. Offset had also been involved in another cheating scandal with Jade the girlfriend of 6ix9ine.
In 2018, Cardi B was involved in legal issues after allegedly assaulting two bartenders whom she accused of being involved with Offset.
Despite their ups and downs, the couple released the song “Clout” in 2019. They filed for divorce in September 2020 but reconciled the following month.
Offset faced personal tragedy in 2020 when his great uncle died from COVID-19.
On June 27, 2021, Offset and Cardi B announced they were expecting their second child together. Cardi B gave birth to their son later that year.
Offset’s groupmate Takeoff tragically passed away on November 1, 2022, after being shot in Houston Texas. The group Migos disbanded the next year.
In a 2023 interview with Variety, it was clarified that Offset, Quavo, and Takeoff are not biologically related but have considered each other “cousins” since childhood.
He is a father of five children by four different women with his children prominently featured on the cover art of his 2019 album “Father of 4.”
Legal issues
When Migos gained fame in 2013 he faced legal troubles. He was jailed in DeKalb County Georgia for violating probation due to past felony convictions for burglary and theft.
In April 2015, during a Migos concert at Georgia Southern University authorities arrested Offset and the group’s members and entourage. He denied bail and faced charges including drug possession marijuana possession carrying a firearm in a school zone and using a firearm during a crime.
While in custody May offset was charged with battery and inciting a riot in jail after a serious altercation with another inmate.
At a bond hearing, he and some entourage members were denied bail due to prior records. Offset’s lawyer argued they were unfairly targeted but prosecutors cited safety concerns at the concert.
After eight months Offset accepted a plea deal in December 2015 pleading guilty to inciting a jail riot. He paid a fine got five years’ probation and was banned from several Georgia counties.
In 2016, Offset was briefly arrested for driving with a suspended license. In 2019, he faced felony charges for possessing handguns and drugs. In 2020, he was detained near a Donald Trump rally for carrying a concealed weapon but was released shortly after.
In a 2021 lawsuit, He was sued by a car rental company for allegedly failing to return a Bentley Bentayga and ceasing payments. He also had a public feud with Chris Brown in 2019.
Other ventures
Offset a member of the group Migos appeared on Donald Glover’s show Atlanta in 2016 specifically in an episode titled “Go For Broke”. He’s also been featured in campaigns for fashion brands like Gosha Rubchinskiy, Bryce Barnes, and Lavati.
In February 2019, Offset made his first appearance on Sean Evans’ YouTube series Hot Ones.
By August 2019, Offset had invested in the Esports organization FaZe Clan expressing his passion for gaming and belief in Esports’ future. He even appeared in videos with FaZe Clan on YouTube.
Offset ventured into acting with his debut on NCIS: Los Angeles. In 2020, Offset joined Axis Replay to support struggling artists.
Offset faced personal loss when his grandmother passed away from bladder cancer in 2012. He raised $500000 for the American Cancer Society in her honor.
