DC Young Fly is an American comedian, actor, rapper, and social media personality. He gained fame through his hilarious and high-energy comedy videos on social media platforms, particularly on Vine and Instagram.
He became known for his comedic roasts of popular celebrities and his unique catchphrases, which contributed to his rapid rise in popularity.
Aside from his social media success, DC Young Fly has ventured into other entertainment fields. He pursued a career in music as a rapper under the name "Young Fly," releasing mixtapes and collaborating with other artists.
He also transitioned to television and film, appearing in various projects such as MTV2's "Wild 'N Out," TV movies like "The New Edition Story" and "Almost Christmas," and the film "Digital Lives Matter," where he starred as himself.
In 2017, DC Young Fly took on the role of one of the hosts for the revived version of MTV's iconic show "Total Request Live" (TRL). He has continued to thrive in the entertainment industry, showcasing his comedic talents, acting skills, and charismatic personality.
DC Young Fly was revealed to be the new host of TRL and he utilized his platform on TRL to speak out against then-President Donald Trump. He used his voice to criticize Trump's response to the Hurricane Maria disaster in Puerto Rico, emphasizing that paper towels wouldn't solve the crisis.
Growing up in Atlanta as the youngest of seven siblings, DC Young Fly knew from a young age that he wanted to be an entertainer. He leveraged multiple social media platforms, particularly Vine and Instagram, where his comedic prowess, distinctive voice, and high-energy performances made him stand out.
Additionally, his ability to tease and provoke Hollywood superstar Kevin Hart also played a role in his rise to fame.
DC Young Fly, born John Whitfield, hails from Atlanta, Georgia, specifically Adlerville Bankhead Camberton on the west side. He was born on May 2nd, 1992, and grew up as the youngest among seven siblings - three brothers and three sisters. During his early years, he sang in the church choir, which sparked his passion for performing.
John attended Benjamin E. Mays High School, where he gained a reputation as a class clown and occasionally got into trouble. Despite this, he displayed a strong work ethic and attempted to find a job at the age of 14, eventually securing one at a warehouse when he turned 18. However, he didn't enjoy the job and moved on to other pursuits.
In honor of his late brother Richard, John got a face tattoo of the letters "DC," which stands for "the crew." His brothers also have similar tattoos as a tribute to their late sibling. John was determined to pursue a career in entertainment and began building his social media presence on platforms like Twitter, where he gained a following of 165,000.
His breakthrough on social media came when he joined Vine on November 21st, 2013, posting high-energy comedy videos, roasts, and sketches. As Vine's popularity declined, he transitioned to other platforms like Facebook and YouTube, where he continued to gain a significant following. On Instagram, he experienced remarkable success, amassing over 5.3 million followers to date.
In 2014, DC Young Fly's social media growth skyrocketed, largely due to his hilarious roasts of popular celebrities such as Meek Mill, LeBron James, Lil Wayne, and Drake. One of his most successful series involved roasting celebrities and responding to their fashion choices with the catchphrase "Junk man, beat his ass," which became a hashtag trend.
One of his most notable roasts was aimed at Kevin Hart in September 2014. Kevin responded with a tweet warning DC Young Fly not to mess with him, claiming he was undefeated in roasting. Kevin then posted a shirtless picture of DC Young Fly on Instagram with a series of humorous burns in hashtag form, igniting a playful beef between the two.
Alongside his social media success, DC Young Fly pursued a career in music as a rapper under the name "Young Fly." He released his first mixtape titled "Industry Most Wanted" in March 2014 and later appeared on a track called "DC Young Fly Speaks" from Mike Will Made It's "Ransom" mixtape in December of the same year.
Despite starting as a comedian and gaining fame through his comedic roasts, DC Young Fly diversified his career, expanding into music and entertainment, making a name for himself on various platforms.
In 2015, DC Young Fly released two new mixtapes, "Fly Allegiance" and "Supplying Pressure." Notably, he featured Kevin Gates on the track "Stripes" from "Supplying Pressure." His social media fame and rap career began to intertwine in 2016 when he remixed "Panda" and gained recognition from WorldStarHipHop.
DC Young Fly's television career started in 2015 when he joined the cast of MTV2's "Wild 'N Out," hosted by Nick Cannon. As his popularity grew, he received mainstream attention, making appearances on shows like "Steve Harvey," "Made in Hollywood," and "Donnie After Dark." He also produced and starred as himself in the film "Digital Lives Matter."
In 2017, DC Young Fly hosted "Gotham Comedy Live" and appeared on various shows, including "Laugh Out Loud" by Kevin Hart, MTV's "Summer in the City," and "Hip-Hop Squares" as a panelist. He also appeared in TV movies like "The New Edition Story," "Almost Christmas," and "Dirty South House Arrest."
His significant role in 2017 was hosting the revamped version of MTV's classic show "Total Request Live" (TRL), alongside four other rotating hosts. The show returned as an ongoing series after several revivals over the years. DC Young Fly continues to host TRL while maintaining his social media presence and pursuing acting opportunities.
In addition to his hosting duties, DC Young Fly has two upcoming movies, an action thriller called "Armed" and a romantic comedy titled "My Cousin's Wedding." His career continues to thrive both in entertainment and on social media.
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