# Megan Thee Stallion

> Megan Thee Stallion is a Grammy Award-winning rapper, entertainer, and entrepreneur from Houston, Texas, who turned a childhood in recording studios into one of hip-hop's most commanding careers. Known for anthems of self-confidence and female empowerment, she graduated college while topping charts, built her own label (Hot Girl Productions), made her Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge!, and runs a foundation in honor of her late parents. Off stage she is an anime devotee, horror movie enthusiast, and tireless mental health advocate whose 'Hot Girl' philosophy has become a genuine cultural movement.

- **Role:** Recording Artist & CEO at Hot Girl Productions
- **Organizations:** Hot Girl Productions, Pete and Thomas Foundation, 1501 Certified Entertainment (former), 300 Entertainment (former)
- **From:** San Antonio, Texas, USA
- **Nationality:** American
- **Education:** General Studies (did not complete), Prairie View A&M University, Bachelor of Science in Health Administration, Texas Southern University
- **Known for:** 3 Grammy Awards including Best New Artist (2021) - only second female rapper after Lauryn Hill (1999), 6 BET Awards, 5 BET Hip Hop Awards

## Career timeline

- **2013** — Began posting freestyle videos on social media while attending Prairie View A&M University; viral cypher video gained widespread attention
- **2016** — Released debut single 'Like a Stallion' and mixtape 'Rich Ratchet' on SoundCloud
- **2017** — Released EP 'Make It Hot'; enrolled at Texas Southern University
- **2018** — Signed with 1501 Certified Entertainment and 300 Entertainment as first female rapper on both labels
- **2019** — Released commercial mixtape 'Fever'; peaked in Top 10 of Billboard 200; collaborated on 'Hot Girl Summer' with Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla Sign
- **2020** — Released EP 'Suga'; 'Savage' remix with Beyonce hit #1 on Billboard Hot 100; WAP with Cardi B hit #1; named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People
- **2021** — Won 3 Grammy Awards including Best New Artist and Best Rap Song; graduated from Texas Southern University with BS in Health Administration
- **2022** — Founded Pete and Thomas Foundation on her 27th birthday; became Revlon global brand ambassador; released second studio album 'Traumazine'
- **2023** — Returned to TSU to award Flamin' Hot Scholarship Fund recipients; released 'Something for Thee Hotties'
- **2024** — Released 'Hiss' - hit #1 on Billboard Hot 100; launched Hot Girl Productions as independent label; released self-titled album 'Megan'
- **2025** — Won 2025 Mental Health Champion award from The Trevor Project; launched Hot Girl Swim swimwear line; held Hottieween show; began relationship with NBA player Klay Thompson
- **2026** — Made Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical (March 24 - May 17); won defamation case against blogger Milagro Cooper ($75,000 damages); new music in development

## Achievements

- 3 Grammy Awards including Best New Artist (2021) - only second female rapper after Lauryn Hill (1999)
- 6 BET Awards
- 5 BET Hip Hop Awards
- 4 American Music Awards
- 4 MTV Video Music Awards
- Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People (2020)
- Three solo #1 hits on Billboard Hot 100: 'Savage' remix, part of 'WAP', and 'Hiss'
- Graduated with BS in Health Administration while maintaining an active music career
- Founded Pete and Thomas Foundation serving underserved Houston communities
- 'Savage' remix with Beyonce raised over $2.5 million for COVID-19 relief via Bread of Life
- Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical (2026)
- Won defamation lawsuit against blogger who spread false narratives about her (April 2026)
- Named Revlon global brand ambassador (2020)
- Launched own record label Hot Girl Productions (2024)

## Latest updates

- **2026-04** — Won defamation lawsuit against blogger Milagro Cooper; jury awarded $75,000 in damages for defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress
- **2026-03** — Made Broadway debut in Moulin Rouge! The Musical playing nightclub impresario Zidler; run March 24 - May 17, 2026
- **2026-01** — Hinted at new album project on Instagram; confirmed 'Act Three' of her artistic trajectory is in progress
- **2025-10** — Confirmed relationship with NBA player Klay Thompson; moved in together
- **2025-07** — Launched Hot Girl Swim swimwear line during Miami Swim Week
- **2025-06** — Honored with 2025 Mental Health Champion award by The Trevor Project
- **2025-05** — Hot Girl Summer Tour grossed over $40 million across North America and Europe

## Links

- Website: https://store.megantheestallion.com/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/theestallion
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKrdjiuS66yXOdEZ_cOD_TA
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theestallion/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MeganTheeStallion/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theestallion

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Last updated: 2026-04-22