Donald Glover

September 25, 2024

Fast Facts
Background
Career Timeline
Why We Love
Surprising Facts
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Donald Glover, born September 25, 1983, started to work on his career during his college years, where he produced his first independent mixtape while studying Dramatic Writing. He has since become one of the most famous rappers in the U.S., under the stage name ‘Childish Gambino,’ as well as a renowned actor, producer, and comedian. His work in these fields has earned him many awards, including some Primetime Emmys, Golden Globes, and Grammys. He has gained a loyal fan following all over the world who adores both his music and acting projects and follow his career closely. Want to celebrate his special day? We’re doing that right here!

Fast Facts

Full Name:

Donald McKinley Glover Jr.

Nickname:

Childish Gambino, Bino

Birth date:

September 25, 1983

Age:

Zodiac Sign:

Libra

Height:

5' 9"

Relationship Status:

Single

Net Worth:

$35 million

Background

Glover was born in Edwards, California. His zodiac sign is Libra and his ethnicity is African American. He is the son of Beverly and Donald Glover Sr., and he has two siblings. He started his career by enrolling at Tisch School of the Arts, where he pursued and graduated with a degree in Dramatic Writing.

After graduating, his writing caught the attention of Tina Fey and David Miner, who hired him to become a writer for the sitcom “30 Rock,” and it was during this time he won his first-ever award along with his fellow writers, the ‘Writers Guild of America Award for Best Comedy Series in 2008.’ That same year, Glover released the independent mixtape “Sick Boi.” The following year, his sketch comedy group wrote and starred in a film, “Mystery Team,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.

Glover’s big break as an actor also came in 2009, when he starred as Troy Barnes in the Dan Harmon sitcom “Community.” From then on, numerous doors kept opening for this talented performer. He has been a winner of numerous awards including the Golden Globe, Emmy Awards, The Grammy, M.T.V. Video Music Award, B.E.T Award, N.A.A.C.P Image Award, Critics’ Choice Television Award, T.C.A. Award, Danny Thomas Producer of the Year Award and Gotham Independent Film Award. In 2017, he was listed in “Times” magazine’s ‘100 Most Influential People in the World.’

Career timeline

2006

The First Writing Job

Glover starts his career by working as a writer for the sitcom “30 Rock.”

2009

The Acting Gig That Opens Doors

Glover stars as Troy Barnes in the sitcom “Community” and the gig lasts until 2014.

2011

The First Album

Gloverreleases his debut studio album, “Camp.”

2016

The Award-Winning T.V. Show

Glover leads, writes, and executive produces his T.V. show, “Atlanta,” which earns him many awards.

2018

The Chart-Bursting Single

Glover releases his most successful single - “This is America.”

2020

The Fourth Album

“3.15.20,” his fourth studio album, sees the light.

Why We Love Donald Glover

Glover is multi-talented
If he’s acting, you will love his character. If he’s making music, you’re sure to hear it and acknowledge it’s good. If he wants to produce or write, that project will get made and reach a big audience. It seems like there’s nothing he can’t do well.
He understands the importance of boundaries
Glover is not often seen on social media or doing interviews, except to promote his work. This is because he prioritizes keeping his private life private, and is only active on sites where he can remain anonymous.
Glover cares about important causes
In “This is America,”, especially in the single music video, he denounces the systemic racism faced by African Americans. He has also shown support for charities such as Community Connections and the Motion Picture and Television Fund Foundation

5 Surprising Facts

Glover was born on an air base
He was born at Edwards Air Force Base in California since his father was stationed there at the time.
‘Most Likely to Write for The Simpsons’
It seems that Glover’s talents have shone since high school when he was voted “Most Likely to Write for The Simpsons.”
His stage name’s from a name generator
Glover got his stage name, Childish Gambino, from a Wu-Tang Clan name generator.
Glover inspired a new Spiderman
After comics writer Brian Michael Bendis saw him wearing a Spiderman t-shirt on “Community,” he was inspired to create Miles Morales, whose looks were also influenced by Glover’s.
His surprise album
To release “3.15.20,” his fourth studio album, Glover surprise streamed it on his website, Donald Glover Presents, on a loop for twelve consecutive hours.