What was Chino XL's net worth?
Chino XL was an American rapper and actor who had a net worth of $500 thousand. Chino XL was born Derek Keith Barbosa in The Bronx, New York on April 8, 1974. Unfortunately, he died on July 28, 2024, at the age of 50.
Chino XL he began his career in the early 1990s as part of the group Art of Origin. He gained attention with his solo debut album "Here to Save You All" in 1996, which showcased his intricate wordplay and dark humor. Chino XL has released several albums and mixtapes, collaborating with various artists in the hip-hop industry. His style was characterized by multisyllabic rhymes, pop culture references, and often provocative content. While not achieving mainstream commercial success, he has earned respect among hip-hop enthusiasts and fellow artists for his technical skill and lyrical prowess. Chino XL also ventured into acting, appearing in television shows and films. Despite periods of relative inactivity, he continues to release music and maintain a dedicated fanbase within the underground hip-hop scene.
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He started rhyming back in 1986 and released his debut studio album Here to Save You All in 1996. Chino XL has also released the albums I Told You So in 2001, Poison Pen in 2006, Something Sacred in 2008 (with Playalitical), and Ricanstruction: The Black Rosary in 2012. As an actor he starred as Syndicator in the television series Zane's Sex Chronicles in 2010.
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Chino XL starred in the films Barrio Wars, Vatos, The Beat, Crime Partners, Alex & Emma, Playas Ball, Gang Warz, and Young Cesar. He has also appeared in episodes of the TV series The Young and the Restless, Reno 911!, CSI: Miami, and El Show. Chino XL is a member of Mensa and his uncle Bernie Worrell was a member of the group Parliament/Funkadelic.
