Eazy-E Biography
Eric Lynn Wright, popularly known as Eazy-E was an American rapper and record producer. He was born on 7 September 1964 in Compton, California. Eric’s parents, Richard and Kathie Wright, had two more kids; Patricia Wright and Kenneth Wright. Eric dropped out from school when he was in the tenth grade. Initially, Eric earned his living by selling drugs.
He was introduced to the drug-dealing industry by his cousin. After the death of his cousin, Eric decided that he should do something else to earn his living. Later, he decided to join the music industry and become a rapper. In the year 1988, he released his first studio album Eazy-Duz-It. in 1987, he joined the group NWA which had some other members including Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and MC Ren.
He released a few albums with NWA including NWA and the Posse, 100 Miles and Runnin’, and Straight Outta Compton. Unfortunately, Eric died on 26 March 1995 due to HIV/AIDS. He has 7 kids from 6 different women. At the time of his death he was married to Tomica Woods. Their marriage took place a couple of weeks before Eric’s death.
Eazy-E Net Worth
According to the latest updates, Eazy-E net worth in 2020 is around $8 million. however, during his lifetime his wealth was over $35 million. he also owned a record label Ruthless Records which is now owned by his wife.
Eazy-E Personal Details | |
Real Name | Eric Lynn Wright |
Age | 31 Years |
Date of Birth | 7 September 1964 |
Place of Birth | Compton, California, United State |
Nationality | American |
Marital Status | Married |
Profession / Occupation | Rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur |
Eazy-E Body Stats | |
Height | 1.59 m |
Weight | 65 kg |
Body Type | Normal |
Chest Size | Unknown |
Biceps | Unknown |
Waist | Unknown |
Eyes Color | Dark brown |
Hair Color | Black |
Shoe Size | Unknown |
Dress Size | Unknown |
Eazy-E Family Details | |
Spouse / Wife Name | Tomica Woods (m. 1995–1995) |
Father Name | Richard Wright |
Mother Name | Kathie Wright |
Children | Lіl Еаzу-Е, Еrіn Вrіа Wrіght, Dоmіnісk Wrіght, Dаіјаh Wrіght, Rаvеn Wrіght, Ваbу Еаzу-Е (Е3) Мuѕісіаn, Маrquіѕе Wrіght, Еlіјаh Wrіght, Dаvіd Wrіght Еаzу-Е |
Siblings | Patricia Wright and Kenneth Wright |
Eazy spent a lavish life despite his less earning which eventually resulted in a decrease in his wealth. He also owned a mansion in Calabasas which he bought in 1991 worth $1.1 million. after his death, the mansion was transferred to his wife Tomica Woods who lost the mansion due to foreclosure.
“If we could, we’d change a lot of things. But the only thing that’s going to really change things is money and time. And time might just make it worse, too.”- Eazy-E
Interesting Facts about Eazy-E
- Eazy-E released an album Straight Outta Compton with NWA. This album became the most controversial album because of its lyrics. The album, however, made double platinum sales. The album had a single F*** the Police which became extremely controversial and the froup also received warning from the FBI.
- In the year 1991, George Bush invited Eazy-E to the White House.
- He faced a tragic death in 1995. He was admitted to the hospital for asthma and cough. After the tests were done, Eazy-E was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. His conditions worsened within days and he, eventually, died within a month after being diagnosed.
- His wife, Tomica Woods, was a few months pregnant when Eazy-E died. A few months later, she delivered a baby girl.