Tory Lanez

Daystar Shemuel Shua Peterson, who’s more known by his stage name Tory Lanez, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer.

He rose to prominence by releasing mixtapes such as Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story (2013) and Lost Cause (2014).

Profile Overview

Real Name: Daystar Shemuel Shua Peterson
Stage Name: Tory Lanez
Nickname: Lanez
Birthday: July 27, 1992
Birthplace: Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Nationality: Canadian
Religion: Christian
Professions: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Education: Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School
Hobbies: Traveling
Parents: Sonstar Peterson (father), Luella Peterson (mother)
Siblings: Suheyb Ali Isse (brother)
Height: 170 cm (5’7”)
Weight: 68 kg (150 lbs)
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Facebook: Tory Lanez Official
X: @torylanez
Instagram: @natashabassett
TikTok: @torylanez
YouTube: Tory Lanez Official

Tory Lanez: Biography and Career Journey

With various mixtapes and self-directed recordings, he took steady steps toward his stardom during the first half of the 2010s.

His 2014 mixtape Lost Cause became a huge hit after he uploaded it on YouTube. His slow jam Say It and the Grammy-nominated song Luv from the album were the source of multi-platinum hits.

Because of his huge success, the great singer was signed by Interscope Records and Mad Love Records.

His breakthrough came when he released his first proper album I Told You in 2016. The album made it to a Top Ten hit in Canada and the U.S.

In 2020 the gorgeous rapper came back with an album Daystar and secured a position within the Top Ten Canadian and U.S. charts.

Personal Life and Relationships

Trina

Tory and Trina, who’s a Miami-based rapper, were linked together in around 2014 to 2015. There were reports that the two dated.

However, years later in 2023, Trina clarified the speculations during her appearance in Caresha Please podcast, by stating that he had a crush on her but their relationship never took anywhere further than that.

Kaylin Garcia

Tory was rumored to date Kaylin Garcia, who appeared on Love & Hip Hop reality TV show, in 2017.

Their alleged relationship came to surface when there were reports that the pair attacked Celina Powell, a model, who speculated to he Tory’s former girlfriend.

Bria Myles

In 2017, Tory posted a cute picture of him with Bria Myles, Drake’s former girlfriend. In the picture, they can be seen lying down together and he touched her stomach, so fans speculated that she might be pregnant.

However, neither side has ever addressed the rumor so it most likely is not true.

Kash Doll

Tory began dating Kash Doll in May 2018. However, their short-lived romance only lasted until August that year.

It is not known why they chose to separate with each other.

Megan Thee Stallion

Tory and Megan Thee Stallion were rumored to date each other in around 2020, as they were seen multiple times together.

Many believed they also spent most time during the COVID-19 pandemic in one another’s houses.

That being said, he allegedly shot her in her foot in July 12th, after having argument inside an SUV car.

After the incident, he still stated that they were “still friends” while she referred to him as someone who is “genuinely crazy.”

Iggy Azalea

In 2022, Tory was linked to Iggy Azalea. The rumors swirled around for months.

However, no clarification has ever came out from both sides and they have not say anything regarding their alleged romance.

Tory Lanez: Net Worth and Earnings

Multiple sources estimated his net worth to be around $1 million to $5 million. He seems to earn his income primarily from his music career as a rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer.

Fun Facts about Tory Lanez

Tory is known for his crazy antics in front of an audience which includes swinging from stage equipment, climbing the walls, and an impromptu group surf session.
He comes from Ontario, Canada. However, he moved to Florida U.S.A. toward the start of his teenage years when he fostered an interest in rap music.
Tory’s friend gave him the stage name ‘Lanez’ because of Tory’s troublemaker tendencies where he used to run into the streets and play in the lanes without checking the traffic first.
His mother died from an uncommon illness when he was still young. Music is what helped him through his difficult situation.
At a young age, he had to live on the roads for around three years. Over time, he found his passion for hip hop.
Tory’s father is from Barbados, while his mother was from the Caribbean island, Curacao.
He turned into a renowned rapper before he was even endorsed by a record label.
Tory is motivated by senior artists like Brandy and R. Kelly.
He is old buddies with American rapper Meek Mill.
Tory considers his music style swavey. Swavey means that he can rap, sing, and do numerous other music-related stuff at the same time.

Discography

Alone at Prom (2021)
Daystar (2020)
Chixtape 5 (2019)
Love Me Now? (2018)
Memories Don’t Die (2018)
I Told You (2016)

Awards

2020 Juno Award – Juno Award for R&B/Soul Recording of the Year – Feel It Too
2019 Juno Award – Rap Recording – Freaky
2018 Juno Award – Rap Recording – Love Me Now?
2017 Juno Award – Rap Recording of the Year – Shooters

Nominations

2020 Juno Award – Juno Award for R&B/Soul Recording of the Year – Chixtape 5
2019 Juno Award – Artist of the Year
2019 Juno Award – Fan Choice Award
2019 BET Hip Hop Award – Best International Flow
2018 Juno Award – Artist of the Year
2018 Juno Award – Fan Choice Award
2018 NAACP Image Award – Best New Artist
2017 Juno Award – Breakthrough Artist of the Year
2017 Juno Award – Fan Choice Award
2017 Grammy Award – Best R&B Song – Luv
2016 Soul Train Music Award – Best New Artist
2016 MOBO Award – Best International Act
2016 BET Hip Hop Award – Best New Hip Hop Artist
2016 BET Award – Best New Artist
2015 Much Music Video Award – Best Hip Hop Video – Henny in Hand

Quotes

“I’m not a hater. I’ve expressed this before.”

“I’m not a singer. I’m not an R&B singer. I’m an artist.”

“I’m a very cultural person, and Canada is a very cultural place.”

“I’m definitely more of a rockstar than anything.”

“Swavey, it puts more than one genre of music together. That’s the approach I have with all music I do.”

“I have a lot of fans, but a lot of people don’t know who I am.”

“People have to remember this – I’ve literally been going at this music thing since my mother passed away.”

“Hip-hop is a contact sport.”

“I try to make music, all kinds of music, whether it be singing or rapping.”

“There’s a different energy at one of my shows than anybody else’s.”

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who is Tory Lanez and what is she famous for?

He is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He rose to prominence by releasing mixtapes such as Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story (2013) and Lost Cause (2014).

What is Tory Lanez’s real name?

His real name is Daystar Shemuel Shua Peterson.

When does Tory Lanez celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 27th of every July.

What is Tory Lanez’s current relationship status?

He is not married. His ex-girlfriends are Kash Doll and Megan Thee Stallion. He also used to be rumored to date Trina, Kaylin Garcia, Bria Myles, and Iggy Azalea.

What is Tory Lanez’s estimated net worth?

His net worth is around $1 million to $5 million.

The multitalented rapper, Tory Lanez, has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry and his passion for music has positively inspired those around him.