Growing Up Hip Hop Explained

Genre:Reality television
Romance
Music
Drama
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Seasons:7
Num Episodes:105
Runtime:42 to 44 minutes
Network:WE tv

Growing Up Hip Hop is the original installment of the Growing Up Hip Hop reality television franchise on WE tv. The series premiered on January 7, 2016, and chronicles the lives of the children of hip hop legends. Its success has led to the creation of spin-offs and . The series is executive produced by Datari Turner Productions and Entertainment One Studios.[1] On December 29, 2022, WE tv announced the show's return for a seventh season which premiered on January 5, 2023.

Cast

Main

Romeo Millercolspan=“1”
Angela Simmonscolspan="7"
Kristinia DeBargecolspan="3"
Boogie Dashcolspan="1"
Egypt Crisscolspan="7"
TJ Mizellcolspan="4"
Vanessa Simmonscolspan="5"
Briana Latrisecolspan="5"
Tahira "Tee Tee" Franciscolspan="4"
Jojo Simmonscolspan="3"
Savannah Jordan colspan=“1”
Cree Campbellcolspan="2"
Sammattick
Layzie Bone
Sakoya Wynter
Tyran Denton
Shawn Rogers
Lil Eazy E

Current

Son of Master P and brother of Cymphonique Miller. Miller's career began with the release of his debut studio Lil' Romeo at the age of 11, which led to other opportunities including his own Nickelodeon sitcom, Romeo!, running from 2003 to 2006. Miller appeared on Dancing with the Stars during its twelfth season. In 2016, Miller appeared on Empire during its third season as Gram. The series chronicles his business ventures with his father. He broke up with his ex-fiance of Angela in the fifth season. He quit the show. He rejoined the show for season 7.

Daughter of Rev Run of Run–D.M.C. and sister of Vanessa Simmons. Simmons first gained public attention when she appeared with her family on the reality TV series Run's House. She has made a name for herself by making a clothing line. The third season chronicles her struggles of connecting with her family after becoming a mother.

Daughter of Pepa of Salt-n-Pepa and Treach of Naughty by Nature and wife of Sammattick. Criss has the desire to create a name for herself musically.

Daughter of Rev Run of Run–D.M.C. and sister of Angela Simmons. Simmons first gained public attention when she appeared with her family on the reality TV series Run's House. In the third season, she struggles to become closer to Angela.

Daughter of Kendu Isaacs. In the second season, Briana deals with an abusive relationship. The third season chronicles the fallout from the breakup of her father and Mary J. Blige. Boogie's ex-lover and Lil' Eazy-E's love interest.

Niece of Pepa. In the third season, Tee Tee goes to LA to watch over Egypt as Pepa goes on tour again, however, she becomes involved in a lot of drama.

Son of Rev Run and brother of Vanessa and Angela. Jojo will be joining the cast of along with his father.[2]

Daughter of Uncle Luke.

Husband of Egypt Criss.

Rapper and member of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony.

Daughter of Joel "JoJo" Hailey and baby's mama of Daniel Jacobs.

Rapper. He is currently signed to Young Money.

Son of Pepa and brother of Egypt.

Husband of Tee Tee.

Son of Eazy-E. Real name Eric Wright, Jr., he was previously in a relationship with Briana.

Rapper and Actor, who grew up a child rap star under the tutelage of Jermaine Dupri, Snoop Dogg, and Da Brat. Angela's ex-fiance. In the third season, Bow Wow tries to rekindle his friendship with Angela. Bow Wow is also main cast member of .

Former

Daughter of James DeBarge of DeBarge. DeBarge followed in her family's footsteps and went into music. DeBarge's debut single "Goodbye" released in 2009, went platinum and released an album Exposed along with it. DeBarge has continued to make music over the years. She has the desire to find out if she has a half-sister, whose mother was speculated for years to be Janet Jackson, in beginning in the second season. The third season chronicles her desire to put out music, but faces rumors about sleeping with her producer.[3]

Son of Jam Master Jay of Run–D.M.C.

Son of Linda Williams and music mogul / fashion designer Damon Dash. The second and third seasons showcase his struggle with drinking alcohol and hiding DUIS.

Daughter of Stevie J and new love interest of Boogie.

Supporting

Cast memberSeasons
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Master Pcolspan="2"
Pepacolspan="7"
Damon Dashcolspan="2"
Rev Run
Andre Kingcolspan="5"
Kyndall Fergusoncolspan="3"
Raquel Horncolspan="2"
Tanice Amira colspan="3"
colspan="3"
Ava Dash colspan="2"
Troy colspan="2"
Maureen "Aunt Bev"
Stevie J
Steven Jordan, Jr.
Uncle Lukecolspan="2"
Devin Hailey colspan="2"
Joel "JoJo" Haileycolspan="1"
Tashaunda "Tiny" Hailey colspan="2"
Buck colspan="1"
Drew Sangster colspan="1"
colspan="1"
Aaliyah Wright

Current

Mother of Egypt Criss. Pepa is a part of the female rap trio Salt-n-Pepa. Pepa serves as a support system for Egypt and looks out for her well-being. They clash about Egypt's singing career plan throughout the series.

Father of Angela and Vanessa Simmons. Rev Run was a part of the hip hop group Run–D.M.C. Rev Run helps Angela with her stalker situation in the first season. Run will be joining the cast of the spin-off along with his son Jojo.[2]

Fiance & Wife of Jojo Simmons.

Father of Egypt.

Father of Cree. Uncle Luke is a rapper who was the lead rapper of 2 Live Crew.

Son of Cedric "K-Ci" Hailey is a rapper.

Father of Sakoya Wynter.

Mother of Sakoya Wynter and ex-wife of Joel "JoJo" Hailey.

Stepfather of Tanice and rival of JoJo Simmons.

Girlfriend and baby's mama of Romeo Miller.

Father of Devin Hailey.

Wife of Lil Eazy E.

Former

Father of Romeo Miller. Master P is a rapper from New Orleans who is best known for his singles "Mr. Ice Cream Man" and "Make 'Em Say Uhh!". Master P supports Romeo throughout the series, while also clashing with him when it comes to business deals.

Father of Boogie Dash. Damon is one of the founders of Roc-A-Fella Records Damon makes sure his son stays on the right path.

Brother of Swizz Beatz. The second season showcased King coming out to his friends and family.

Daughter of El DeBarge and cousin of Kristinia.

Girlfriend of Damon Dash. Also known as Rocky.

Daughter of Damon Dash and sister of Boogie Dash.

Former hairstylist and friend of Pepa.

Mother of Tee Tee and sister of Pepa.

Father of Savannah, Dorian and Steven, Jr. Stevie is a record producer who has worked multiple artists including Mariah Carey, Eve, The Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z.

Son of Stevie J and brother of Savannah and Dorian.

Episodes

Season 7 (2023)

Spin-offs

Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta

The first spin-off titled premiered on May 25, 2017.

Growing Up Hip Hop: New York

The second spin-off titled premiered on August 29, 2019.[2] [4]

Notes and References

  1. News: WE tv Greenlights 'Growing Up Hip Hop,' 'Marriage Boot Camp' Spinoffs. Schwindt. Oriana. 2017-03-08. Variety. 2018-01-13. en-US.
  2. Web site: WE tv Announces New Series: "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York," Coming This Summer with Cast including Ja Rule, Irv Gotti, Fat Joe, Flavor Flav's Daughter and More!. The Futon Critic. April 11, 2019.
  3. Web site: Adonis - Growing Up Hip Hop, Kristinia DeBarge . Empire BBK . 2017-08-18 . 2017-08-18.
  4. Web site: Video: WE tv Releases Sneak Peek of "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York" Newest Series in WE tv's Hit Franchise Premieres Thursday, August 29 at 9PM ET/PT. The Futon Critic. July 25, 2019.