Professor Griff

Quick Facts

Full Name	Professor Griff
Occupation	Rapper
Date Of Birth	Aug 1, 1960(1960-08-01)
Age	64
Birthplace	Roosevelt
Country	United States
Birth City	New York
Horoscope	Leo

Professor Griff Biography

Professor Griff is one of the most popular and richest Rapper who was born on August 1, 1960 in Roosevelt, New York, United States. Richard Griffin was born Richard Griffin. He is most well-known as a member the influential rap group Public Enemy. He is also a highly-respected public speaker and lecturer.

Along with He was a member of Public Enemy along with Chuck D., he was also a member in Public Enemy.

In a series of press conferences, Griffin was either fired, quit, or never left. Def Jam co-founder Rick Rubin had already left the label by then; taking his place alongside Russell Simmons was Lyor Cohen, the son of Israeli immigrants who had run Rush Artist Management since 1985. Before the dust settled, Cohen claims to have arranged for a Holocaust Museum to give the band a private tour.

Before the release of It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, Professor Griff, in his role as Minister of Information, gave interviews to UK magazines on behalf of Public Enemy, during which he made homophobic and anti-Semitic remarks. In a 1988 issue of Melody Maker he stated, “There’s no place for gays. When God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah, it was for that sort of behaviour” and “If the Palestinians took up arms, went into Israel and killed all the Jews, it’d be alright.” However, there was little controversy until May 22, 1989, when Griffin was interviewed by the Washington Times. At the time, Public Enemy enjoyed unprecedented mainstream attention with the single “Fight the Power” from the soundtrack of Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing.

He was born in Roosevelt New York. In 2008, his family was severely burned in a house fire.

Professor Griff Net Worth

Professor Griff is one of the richest Rapper from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Professor Griff 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

After returning from the U.S. Army, he started Utility Force, a security company that works at local parties.

In 1989, he was heavily scrutinized after he said in an interview that Jews were responsible for most of the wickedness in this world.

Richard Griffin (born August 1, 1960), better known by his stage name Professor Griff, is an American rapper, spoken word artist, and lecturer currently residing in Atlanta. He was a member of the hip hop group Public Enemy, serving as the group’s ‘Minister of Information’ before departing due to a controversy regarding alleged homophobic and anti-semitic statements made during an interview.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Professor Griff Dating?

According to our records, Professor Griff married to Solé. As of December 1, 2023, Professor Griff’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Professor Ranked on the list of most popular Rapper. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Professor Griff celebrates birthday on August 1 of every year.

Top Facts about Professor Griff

1. Professor Griff is a musician, rapper, and member of Public Enemy.
2. He joined Public Enemy in 1986 as the group’s Minister of Information.
3. Griff’s real name is Richard Griffin.
4. He released his solo album “Pawns in the Game” in 1990.
5. In 1989, he made controversial anti-Semitic remarks that led to his departure from Public Enemy.
6. Griff has been involved in various activism and conspiracy theories.
7. He has written several books on topics like hip-hop culture and secret societies.
8. Griff has collaborated with artists such as KRS-One and The Last Poets.
9. He continues to perform and speak at events around the world.
10. Despite controversy, Professor Griff remains influential within the hip-hop community.
11. Note: Please be aware that some of these facts may be subjective or controversial depending on personal opinions and perspectives about Professor Griff’s career and statements.

Is Solé still married to Professor Griff?

Rapper Solé and Public Enemy’s Richard Griffin, a.k.a. Professor Griff, are now husband and wife. The regal-themed wedding took place over the weekend following a platonic friendship of 27 years that just recently turned romantic after the two reconnected in August of 2016.

Who is Professor Griff wife?

Solé

What is Professor Griff real name?

Richard Griffin

How many original members of Public Enemy are there?

The original members were Chuck D (original name Carlton Ridenhour; b. August 1, 1960, Queens, New York, U.S.), Flavor Flav (original name William Drayton; b. March 16, 1959, Long Island, New York), Terminator X (original name Norman Lee Rogers; b.

Did Ginuwine and Solé divorce?

In the height of his career, Ginuwine and Solé tied the knot in the early 2000s and he’s best known for the songs “Pony,” “Differences” and “So Anxious.” During their marraige, the couple welcomed two daughters, Story and Dream. In 2014, the pair separated and their divorce became finalized in July of 2015.