Fatman Scoop

About

American radio personality and hip-hop promoter best known for his hit song "Be Faithful" and for hosting the Full Throttle Radio Worldwide podcast. Having gained a wide following, he has gone on to also work as a consultant for aspiring and practicing musicians. 

Before Fame

He earned his stage name after appearing as an ice cream-serving movie theater worker in the music video for the song Killing Me Softly by The Fugees.

Trivia

He frequently appeared as himself on the Cartoon Network series The Boondocks. He has won two Grammy Awards throughout his career. On his podcast, he has interviewed a wide range of figures in the entertainment industry, such as Jemele Hill, Plaxico Burress, Slim Thug, and Cedric the Entertainer.

Family Life

He married Shanda Freeman.

Associated With

He was given his Fatman Scoop nickname by Fugees rapper and singer Lauryn Hill.