Markquez Lao Santiago (born April 11, 1988), known professionally as Kid Buu, is an American rapper and singer based in South Miami, Florida. His career has been marked by his attempts to generate controversy as well as his run-ins with the law.
Early life and career
Markquez Santiago was born on April 11, 1988, at St. Elizabeth Child Care Center in Jersey City, New Jersey. He later moved with his brother, Jason, and his mother to South Florida, specifically the Hialeah and Opa-locka areas, in search of a better life. He is of Sicilian and Puerto Rican descent.[1]
In late 2018, Santiago changed his stage name from "Humongous The God" to "Kid Buu", in reference to Dragon Ball ZcharacterMajin Buu.[2]
Personal life
In 2019, Santiago was convicted on charges of child abuse following a domestic dispute with then girlfriend Blac Chyna.[3]