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Before They Were Famous

Michael McCrudden

Based on the popular YouTube Channel "Before They Were Famous" with over 3 Million YouTube Subscribers & nearly 1 Billion views. This is the audio version of those recordings documenting the rise to fame of both traditional stars but mainly internet stars. Artists in rap, comedy, instagram models & YouTubers. This channel profiles who they are, where they came from and how they reached the top of the entertainment industry. Thanks for tuning in.

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8:02

Nicole TV | Before They Were Famous | Kayla Nicole...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/14

Before Nicole TV would release a parody ponytail tutorial video and go viral. Before Nicole TV would buy her first house at the age of 19, announce her engagement and that she’s seven months pregnant, and shock her fans. Before Nicole TV would release several singles such as Recuperate, Move Like a Snake featuring Missy Elliott, and most recently Think About Me which has 2.1 million views in 6 months. Before Nicole TV would have over 5.5 million followers on Instagram and 4.69 million subscribers on

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12:29

Dr. Dre | Before They Were Famous | Updated Biography...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/13

Before Dr. Dre would become a founding member of the NWA, the pioneers of gangsta rap and then break off on his own to release classic albums like “The Chronic”. Before Dr. Dre would have a recent health scare after suffering a brain aneurysm and being rushed to the hospital where he has since been recovering. Before Dr. Dre would have over 5 Million followers on Instagram, almost 3 Million followers on Twitter, and over 4 Million subscribers on YouTube at the time of this recording. Music has been

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15:49

Eminem | The Dark Side of Fame | Beefing with Mom,...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/13

His lyrics have been combed over, his personal life and public appearance documented, analyzed, and picked apart. While dealing with drug addiction, lawsuits, and divorce Eminem has managed to stay on the tip of everyone's lips for the past twenty years. The Dark Side Of Fame is a different story altogether – Marshall was a child of a broken home with an absent father and had a troubled relationship with his mother. As he grew older and eventually found success, he rallied against drug and alcohol

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11:20

Tom MacDonald | Before They Were Famous | From Pro...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/13

Before Tom MacDonald would begin his professional career as a wrestler for organizations like Elite Canadian Championship Wrestling and Real Canadian Wrestling. Before Tom MacDonald would go on to drop “Best Rapper Ever” which would beat out songs from Eminem’s deluxe edition of “Music to Be Murdered By” to land at the top of the iTunes chart. Before Tom MacDonald would have over 60K followers on Twitter, 350K followers on Instagram, and over 1.5 Million subscribers on YouTube at the time of this

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9:50

Ryan Garcia | Before They Were Famous | Boxing Super...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/13

Before Ryan Garcia would knock out Olympic Gold Medalist Luke Campbell with the hardest body shot he has ever been hit with and win the biggest fight of his life. Before Ryan Garcia would announce that his dream fight would be versus Manny Pacquiao by the end of 2021. Before Ryan Garcia would be ranked as the world’s fourth-best active lightweight by ESPN, a 15-time national champion as an amateur, a pro with a 21-0 record and 18 KOs and be recognized as the future of boxing. In his most recent

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11:01

MF DOOM | Gone But Not Forgotten | A Tribute To The...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/12

Before MF DOOM would become a pioneer of underground hip hop and would be recognized globally for his iconic Dr. Doom inspired face mask. Before MF DOOM went by the monikers Zev Love X, King Geedorah, King Ghidra, Viktor Vaughn, Metal Fingers, DOOM, Metal Face, or “Super Villain”.Before MF DOOM would pass away at the age of 49. The way 2020 had went - was wrong in many ways, that has been happening in the world hasn’t been a major surprise. It’s been injury after injury AND THEN to add insult to

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9:29

James Wiseman | Before They Were Famous | Golden...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/12

Before James Wiseman would become ESPN’s Number 1 Basketball recruit in 2019. Before Wiseman would commit to the University of Memphis. Before James Wiseman would be projected by analysts to be the #1 Draft pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Before he would win a Gold Medal in the 2017 FIBA U16 Americas Championship. Before he would DOMINATE his high school competition. Before Wiseman would become a McDonald’s All American. You hear a lot about NBA number one picks long before they get drafted. Players

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9:31

SoLLUMINATI | Before They Were Famous | SPIRITUAL So...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/12

Before SoLLUMINATI would become a staple of the YouTube community off the back of his game-play, challenge, reaction, and personal vlog-style videos. Before SoLLUMINATI would reinvent himself in 2019 and open up a new channel called: “Spiritual So” where he offers his audience general tips on the well-being of all sorts. Before SoLLUMINATI would have 321K followers on Twitter, 612K followers on Instagram, and over 2 Million subscribers spread across two different active YouTube channels at the time

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8:58

Pooh Shiesty | Before They Were Famous | Gucci Mane's...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/12

Before Pooh Shiesty would get signed by Gucci Mane to his 1017 Record label. Before Pooh Shiesty would get arrested in connection with a shooting that took place in Bay Harbor Islands that left two men hospitalized. Before Pooh Shiesty would have over 250K subscribers on YouTube across two channels, 51K followers on Twitter, and over 1 Million followers on Instagram at the time of this recording. Memphis-born rapper Pooh Shiesty not only has one of the most unique rap names in the game he also spits

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13:45

2020 | Gone But Not Forgotten | Kobe Bryant, Pop...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/11

From Naya Rivera to Pop Smoke and King Von, the world of entertainment lost a lot of greats throughout the year 2020. In a year that will go down historically as one of great struggle for everyone on the planet, tragedy was felt by all in some way shape or form. From old school Hollywood legends like Alex Trebek and Regis Philman to Reality Television stars. Musicians, YouTubers, and children entertainment legends like William Dufris who voiced the character for Bob The Builder all had their lives

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9:18

Lil Xan | Where Are They Now? | Tupac, Fighting Fans...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/11

After Lil Xan hit single, “Betrayed” was certified platinum. After Lil Xan would quit rapping to focus on his clothing line but then uploaded a video with the caption: “not quitting” and even released an album entitled ‘sorry, I didn't quit’. After Lil Xan and Billie Eilish dressed up as each other for Halloween. After Lil Xan checked himself into rehab to combat his addiction to prescription pills and then reemerge saying he’s sober and seizure-free. After Lil Xan would be rushed to the hospital

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8:01

Lil Pump | Where Are They Now? | Trump Supporter,...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/11

After Lil Pump would get dragged for endorsing Donald Trump by posting photos of himself in a MAGA hat and with Donald Trump and then releasing his pro-Trump anthem ‘Lil Pimp Big MAGA Steppin’. After Lil Pump would cause PETA to call for an investigation after he visits Doc Antle’s zoo and climbs on Bubbles the elephant’s trunk and loses his balance and falls. After Lil Pump would get brutally shot down by Billie Eilish in response to his request to wife her on Instagram Live. After Lil Pump would

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8:58

Belle Delphine | The Rich Life | How She Spends Her...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/11

At 4.5 million followers on Instagram at the time, Belle Delphine’s account was banned from the platform on July 19, 2019, citing that she had continuously violated the company’s community guidelines. Could it maybe have been her close to pornographic content? She returned to YouTube this year in June with a parody song of 6ix9ine’s Gooba within it she promoted her NEW Instagram page along with a TikTok AND an OnlyFans account. She was later also banned from TikTok AND her YouTube channel was

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11:36

Danny Duncan | The Rich Life | Virginity Rocks Merch,...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/10

Though some people might still consider YouTube to be something of uncharted waters in terms of overall revenue sustainability, there’s no denying that with each passing day and month, more and more YouTubers are raking in millions of dollars from not only their content but merch sales as well – often out earning more traditional entertainers like actors and musicians. And Danny Duncan is sitting near the top of that earner’s list. The most amazing thing? He’s accomplished a lot without ever taking

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12:37

The Prince Family | The Rich Life | $8 Million Net Worth

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/10

About six years ago now, Damien Prince and Biannca Raines knew that their lives had to change. Both were living paycheck-to-paycheck while working at their local Little Caesar’s in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The two quickly struck up a relationship and before they knew it, Bianca was pregnant with the duo’s first child, an expense that they frankly could not afford at the time. They worked themselves to the bone to try and get ready for their upcoming kid, but they were constantly tired and needed a way

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14:06

Kanye West | The Dark Side of Fame | God Complex,...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/10

On the BRIGHT SIDE OF FAME – Kanye West is one of the world’s best-selling musicians, exploding onto the scene in 2004 with his debut album: “The College Dropout” and ultimately selling more than 20 million albums and 140 Million singles sold worldwide. He would also go onto become one of the most awarded artists ever, collecting 21 Grammy’s to this point in time, and even seeing six of his 10 albums included on Rolling Stones list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All-Time list. But on the DARK SIDE OF

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8:31

Macaulay Culkin | The Rich Life | How Home Alone Star...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/10

Macaulay Culkin is that name that always rolls around this time of the year…doesn’t matter that’s really been over 25 years that he’s seriously acted in a major motion picture. Macaulay took his hiatus from acting in 1994 and didn’t return until 2003 with a guest appearance in the TV show, Will and Grace and then after in the film Party Monster. In 2013, he co-founded a comedy rock band called The Pizza Underground where he was the lead singer - they even toured but three years later, the band split

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11:28

NBA Youngboy | The Rich Life | Lawyers, Cars &...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/09

YoungBoy NBA is not only the king of the rap game, but he’s also the king of YouTube, which makes him something of a double threat and a man with at least two massive revenue streams that are helping ensure he truly will never (ever) be broke again. In fact, my man is doing so well, he likes to let the entire world in on his success – like showing off a brand-new Porsche Panamera GTS that he bought for his girlfriend-of-the-month. An impulse gift that likely would have set him back a cool $80K at

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10:55

DDG | The Rich Life | $2.4 Million Mansion, Jewellery...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/09

YouTube has made many, many millionaires and Pontiac Made DDG is no different. His rise to fame began through reaction videos, parodies, challenges, pranks, and skit videos and eventually through vlogging his day-to-day life where he makes his viewers feel like they are truly part of the family and pretty much in the video themselves… and this is why he’s made the money he’s made. He’s a rapper, an entertainer, and a CEO.The DDG Family channel has over 3.95 million subscribers at the time of this

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14:03

MrBeast | The Rich Life | Insane Million Dollar...

Before They Were Famous ·

2021/08/09

For the last decade, few people have found the type of success that Mr. Beast has on YouTube – and I mean that in near any field. Not only is Mr. Beast one of the most successful YouTubers of all time, his overall net-worth rivals that of entertainers in most other revenue streams – with one BIG difference. Mr. Beast gives back almost as much as he gets. And over the years Mr. Beast would find more and more creative ways to spend his money on bigger prizes and stunts than anyone would think

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