Macklemore

Macklemore, born Ben Haggerty, landed on Earth (well, Seattle) in 1983, and honestly, you can tell he’s got that Pacific Northwest flavor. Dude’s been making waves in the music world for a while now—yeah, we’re talking about that “Thrift Shop” anthem that you probably couldn’t get out of your head back in 2012, but his story goes way deeper than just catchy tunes and wild music videos. He’s the type who wears his heart on his sleeve—talking openly about addiction, recovery, and the messiness of life, which honestly makes his music hit way harder. On top of the music, Macklemore’s dipped his toes into acting too, showing up in films like Tammy (2014), and even throwing down in those over-the-top, star-studded music videos. You ever catch “Downtown?” That’s the one with Eric Nally, Melle Mel, Kool Moe Dee, and Grandmaster Caz all vibing together. Wild stuff. And he keeps it fresh, dropping new projects like “Hind’s Hall” in 2024, which proves he’s not slowing down anytime soon. Offstage, the guy’s got a whole family scene going. He married his longtime partner, Tricia Davis, in 2015, and they’ve got three kids running around. Pretty wholesome, honestly. So yeah, Macklemore’s that rare breed who juggles fame, creativity, and family life without totally losing his mind. Not bad for a kid from Seattle, right?