Personal Details :
- Full Name: Safaree Lloyd Samuels
- Stage Names: SB, Scaff Beezy, VVS Beezy
- Date of Birth: July 4, 1981
- Age: 43 years (as of 2025)
- Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York City, USA
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Jamaican descent
- Height: 6’2″ (188 cm)
- Profession: Rapper, Television Personality, Entrepreneur
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Career Overview :
Early Career and Breakthrough (2000–2014)
Safaree Samuels began his career as a hype man for the hip-hop group Hoodstars in the early 2000s, which included rapper Nicki Minaj. He later gained public attention for dating and working as a hype man for Minaj until 2014. During this period, he contributed to Minaj’s album *Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded* (2012) as a co-executive producer and credited writer for ad-libs on several tracks.
Solo Career and Reality Television (2015–2021)
After parting ways with Minaj in 2014, Safaree embarked on a solo career. He released his debut studio album, Straitt, in 2020. His music blends hip-hop with Caribbean influences, reflecting his Jamaican heritage. In 2015, Safaree released two mixtapes, *It Is What It Is* and *It Is What It Is, Vol. 2*. He also appeared on the VH1 reality show *Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood* in 2016, and later joined *Love & Hip Hop: New York*, *Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta*, and *Love & Hip Hop: Miami*, making him the only cast member to appear in all four shows. In 2020, he launched an OnlyFans account, sharing exclusive content with his followers.
Recent Projects and Ventures (2022–2025)
In 2022, Safaree released his studio album *Straitt*, showcasing his growth as an artist. He has continued to engage with his audience through social media platforms and has been involved in various entrepreneurial ventures, including launching a line of hair and beauty products.
Personal Life & Interests :
Relationships
- Nicki Minaj (2003–2014): Safaree dated rapper Nicki Minaj for over a decade, during which he was also her hype man.
- Erica Mena (2018–2022): He became engaged to actress Erica Mena on Christmas Eve 2018, and they married on October 7, 2019. They have two children together: a daughter named Safire Samuels (born February 3, 2020) and a son named Legend Samuels (born June 28, 2021). The couple separated in September 2021 and finalized their divorce in 2022.
Hobbies & Interests
- Music: Safaree is passionate about music and continues to release new tracks and mixtapes.
- Fashion: He is known for his distinctive style, often incorporating bold prints and flashy jewelry into his outfits.
- Entrepreneurship: Safaree has ventured into various business opportunities, including launching his own line of hair and beauty products and creating an OnlyFans account.
Philanthropy
- Jamaica Cancer Society: Donated $5,000 in 2017 after losing his uncle to cancer.
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Attended their annual gala in 2018 and donated $10,000 to their cause.
- Safaree Cares Foundation: Launched in 2019, the foundation aims to help underprivileged children in Jamaica and New York with education, health, and sports opportunities.
- One Love One Heart Foundation: Partnered in 2020 to distribute food and supplies to families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in Jamaica.
Net Worth :
As of 2025, Safaree Samuels’ estimated net worth is between $3 million and $5 million. His income sources include:
- Music Sales & Streaming: Revenue from his albums and singles.
- Reality Television: Earnings from his appearances on various *Love & Hip Hop* series.
- Brand Endorsements: Collaborations with various brands.
- Social Media Platforms: Income from platforms like OnlyFans, where he reportedly generates over $20,000 a month.
- Entrepreneurial Ventures: Profits from his clothing line and hair and beauty products.
Awards & Achievements :
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While Safaree Samuels has not yet secured major music awards, his contributions to entertainment and culture have been recognized through various honors and accolades:
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Blue & Bougie Impact Award (2018): Safaree was honored with the Blue & Bougie Impact Award by Blue & Bougie NY in February 2018. This award recognizes individuals who have made a positive impact on their community and culture. Safaree was acknowledged for his contributions to Jamaican music and entertainment, particularly his representation of Jamaica on VH1’s reality shows .InformationCradle
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HelloBeautiful’s Sexiest Man of 2017: In 2017, Safaree was voted HelloBeautiful’s Sexiest Man of the Year. He won by a significant margin, securing over 6,000 more votes than the previous year’s winner. This recognition highlighted his breakout year, during which he starred in both the New York and Hollywood franchises of VH1’s ‘Love & Hip Hop’ and launched his own line of coconut oil .Power 107.5+2101.1 The Wiz+2Hello Beautiful+2
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Winner of ‘House of Villains’ Season 2 (2023): Safaree emerged victorious in the second season of E!’s reality competition series ‘House of Villains,’ defeating Wes Bergmann in a tiebreaker. His strategic gameplay and social connections earned him the title of America’s Ultimate Supervillain and a $200,000 prize .Parade
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