Biography - A Short Wiki
Take a look at Damian Marley's nationality, net worth, and other interesting facts!
Damian Robert Nesta “Jr. Gong” Marley is a Jamaican based deejay, rapper, songwriter, singer and record producer. He is the youngest son of reggae singer Bob Marley. His nickname Junior Gong is derived from his father’s nickname of Tuff Gong.
Career Highlights
Damian Marley has experienced an exciting and successful career, to say the least.
When he was 13, Damian Marley already began his career as a reggae artist. He started with the musical group Shephards. The band fell apart in the 1990s, and Damian started his solo career.
Family and Personal Life
Read about the family members and dating life of Damian Marley.
He usually doesn’t like to brag about his private life in the media and public. Damian prefers people focusing on his work rather than his own life.
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | N/A |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (Elijah Marley, Christian Marley) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | Cristal Chaitram |
| Civil Status | In a relationship |
Nationality, Net Worth and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Damian Robert Nesta “Jr. Gong” Marley |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 44 years |
| Date of Birth | July 21, 1978 |
| Place of Birth | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Nationality | Jamaican |
| Height | 1.78 m, 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 71 kg, 156.5 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $22 million |
| Occupation | Singer |
Height, Weight, and Age
Damian Marley's height is above average measuring 1.78 m. Damian Marley weighs 71 kg. Being born on July 21, 1978, translates to an age of 44 years as of todays date (July 18, 2023).
Quotes
We take for granted electricity, water, even concerts. Count your blessings.
Damian Marley
The U.K. is one of the places that has always been an advocate of my music and I spend a lot of time touring here. I’ve got family and friends over here, but more than that, there’s a large Jamaican community and the Jamaican culture is very widespread in the U.K. which I love.
Damian Marley
It might sound like I’m a dreamer, but economic models have reached their height of evolution. Technology has evolved. What hasn’t evolved is mankind’s spirituality; everything is from 3,000 years ago. With spirituality comes morals, a better way of thinking.
Damian Marley
The U.K. crowds always have a lot of energy, and I’ve done some milestone shows there that I’m very proud of.
Damian Marley
In Jamaica, them always have throwback riddims, recycled old beats, and the hardcore reggae scene is always present. You have faster stuff like the more commercialized stuff, but you always have that segment of music that is always from the core, from the original root of it.
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