Person in history
Kevin Abstract
Kevin Abstract, American rapper and singer-songwriter
Life at a glance
- Born
- 1996 · July 16
- Age this year
- 30No death recorded in our data
- Known as
- rapper, singer, record producer, music video director, and musician. Citizenship: United States
- Born
- 30th anniversary of their birth this year
Their story
Who they were
Personal life Abstract came out as gay in 2016, and his lyrics often mention his sexuality. He has stated he will rap about being gay as long as he can imagine a fan in need of a voice. [ 1 ] Abstract announced via Twitter that he was in a relationship with fashion designer Nick Holiday in September 2022, however they reportedly broke up in early 2024. [ 2 ] ^ Chesman, Donna-Claire (August 22, 2017). "How Many Times Does Kevin Abstract Need to Rap About Being Gay?" . DJBooth . Retrieved April 30,
Clifford Ian Fernando Simpson, known by his stage name Kevin Abstract, is an American rapper, singer, and producer, best known as the founder and de facto leader of hip-hop group Brockhampton. With Brockhampton, Abstract released eight studio albums from 2017 to 2022. He has released solo work since 2009, and self-released his debut albums MTV1987 (2014) and American Boyfriend: A Suburban Love Story (2016) to significant attention from online blogs and music publications.
Early life
Educated at: The Woodlands High School.
Early life Abstract was born in Corpus Christi, Texas , on July 16, 1996. [ 1 ] Abstract's mother was distant during his childhood; he did not know what her profession was. As Abstract began to realize his sexuality, he isolated himself from his family, feeling ashamed. It is speculated that this was one of the reasons that he ran away from home. Abstract has stated that his family members are "extremely religious" Mormons . [ 2 ] [ 3 ]
Why this date
Kevin Abstract appears on our July 16 calendar for 1996 as a birth entry.
The world when they were born
Other entries we record for 1996.
- July 18Saguenay flood
- May 11ValuJet Flight 592
- June 15The Troubles
- December 29Guatemala
- November 7NASA
Born the same day
Contemporaries — born the same year
- 1996Ross ColtonSeptember 11
- 1996Colin FordSeptember 12
- 1996Batuhan Altıntaş (footballer)March 14
- 1996Adin HillMay 11
- 1996Faker (gamer)May 7
- 1996MyKayla SkinnerDecember 9
- 1996Esteban OconSeptember 17
- 1996Sigrid (singer)September 5
Sources
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Questions about Kevin Abstract
When was Kevin Abstract born?
July 16 1996.
How old would Kevin Abstract be today?
30 this year, based on the birth year we hold. We have no death record for them in our data, which is not proof either way.
Who else was born on July 16?
Wizkid, Jarred Kelenic, Island Boys and others — the list is on this page and on the date page.
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