Post Malone is one of the most searched musicians on the internet right now — and for good reason. In July 2026 he performed at the FIFA World Cup closing ceremony at MetLife Stadium, debuted a brand-new song called “Chrome Heartbreaker” in front of a global audience, and confirmed that a double album called The Eternal Buzz is on its way. This article covers everything you’re looking for: his real name, where he grew up, his career from SoundCloud to stadiums, his daughter, his net worth, and exactly what he’s doing right now.
🎵 Quick Answer: Post Malone’s real name is Austin Richard Post. He was born on July 4, 1995, in Syracuse, New York. He is 31 years old as of 2026. His estimated net worth is $50 million.
Background: Who Is Post Malone?
Post Malone started as a SoundCloud rapper in 2015 and spent the next decade quietly dismantling the idea that musicians have to stay in one genre. He put out rap albums. He put out pop albums. He won fans in rock circles. Then in 2024 he released a full country album, F-1 Trillion, that debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and sent the single “I Had Some Help” — a collaboration with Morgan Wallen — to the top of both the Hot 100 and the country charts at the same time.
That kind of crossover is almost unheard of in modern music. Most artists who try to shift genres stumble. Post Malone pulled it off because he’d spent years quietly absorbing country, rock, and folk influences and letting them bleed into everything he made — even when the packaging said rap. By the time he went full country, millions of listeners already felt at home in the sound.
He’s also deeply recognizable off the stage. His face tattoos, his laid-back delivery in interviews, his willingness to talk about everything from his daughter to his Bud Light habits — all of it has made him one of those rare artists who feel genuinely approachable despite being genuinely enormous.
Latest Update
As of August 22, 2026
As of August 22, 2026, Post Malone is one of the most talked-about musicians in the world, and the conversation is being driven by three things happening in quick succession.
First: on July 19, 2026, he headlined the closing ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, ahead of the Argentina vs. Spain championship match. He performed a three-song set that opened with a live debut of an unreleased track believed to be titled “Chrome Heartbreaker,” followed by his 2019 hit “Wow.” and the Swae Lee collaboration “Sunflower.” The performance was watched by one of the largest live television audiences of the year.
📅 Key 2026 Dates: July 19 — FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony performance, MetLife Stadium. July 2026 — Confirmed double album The Eternal Buzz (two 20-song discs). “Chrome Heartbreaker” expected as lead single. Big Ass World Tour continues through Asia, with Singapore stop confirmed for September 25, 2026.
Second: he has confirmed that his upcoming project, The Eternal Buzz, will be a double album — two discs of 20 songs each. He first teased it on a Twitch stream in December 2025, then confirmed the title and track structure in April 2026. At the end of his Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2 in Salt Lake City, he addressed the crowd and thanked them for their patience, signalling that the album was close. As of August 22, 2026, no firm release date has been announced.
Third: in mid-July 2026, a social media clip surfaced showing Post rapping over what sounded like a return to his earlier hip-hop style — melodic rapping more in the vein of Beerbongs & Bentleys than F-1 Trillion. Fans responded enthusiastically. Whether this represents one half of the double album or a separate project has not been officially confirmed.
Full Profile
Family and Early Life
Austin Richard Post was born on July 4, 1995, in Syracuse, New York. His parents separated when he was young, and he was raised by his father, Richard Post — who went by “Rich” — and his stepmother, Jodie. His biological mother’s name has not been confirmed in public reporting.
Rich Post was a disc jockey in his youth and introduced his son to a genuinely wide range of music: rock, hip-hop, country, pop. That early exposure became the foundation of everything Post Malone would later do as an artist. When Austin was about nine or ten years old, the family relocated to Grapevine, Texas, after his father took a job as manager of concessions for the Dallas Cowboys. That move put him in North Texas for his formative years.
Post Malone has spoken in interviews about how the video game Guitar Hero sparked his obsession with actually learning to play guitar. He joined a high school metalcore band in Grapevine, tried out for the band Crown the Empire in 2010 (he didn’t make the cut), and eventually enrolled at Tarrant County College — before dropping out and moving to Los Angeles with a group of friends to pursue music seriously. He was 18 or 19 at the time.
Career Path
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2015 | Released “White Iverson” on SoundCloud; it went viral almost immediately and reached No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 |
| 2016 | Signed to Republic Records; debut album Stoney released in December; “Congratulations” became a top-ten hit |
| 2017 | “Rockstar” featuring 21 Savage hit No. 1 on the Hot 100 and stayed there for seven weeks |
| 2018 | Beerbongs & Bentleys debuted at No. 1 and broke Apple Music’s first-day streaming record with 78.7 million streams; “Psycho” featuring Ty Dolla $ign hit No. 1 |
| 2019 | Hollywood’s Bleeding debuted at No. 1 in 13 countries; “Circles” reached No. 1; “Sunflower” with Swae Lee became one of Spotify’s most-streamed songs of all time |
| 2019 | Co-founded Maison No. 9, a French rosé brand; the company was later acquired by Future Brands Group in a deal reportedly valued around $50 million total |
| 2022 | Twelve Carat Toothache debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200; became a father |
| 2023 | Austin released; leaned into pop and rock sounds |
| 2024 | F-1 Trillion debuted at No. 1; “I Had Some Help” with Morgan Wallen topped both the Hot 100 and country charts simultaneously |
| 2025 | Big Ass Stadium Tour with Jelly Roll; Coachella headline performance |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup closing ceremony performance; The Eternal Buzz double album announced; Big Ass World Tour across Asia |
Age
Post Malone was born on July 4, 1995. He turned 31 years old on July 4, 2026.
Religion
Post Malone has not publicly identified with a specific religion. No verified statements about his religious beliefs have been found across major interviews or profiles. This is unconfirmed.
Spouse and Partner
Post Malone has never married. In May 2022, he announced that he and his then-girlfriend were expecting a child. Their daughter was born in May or June 2022. The couple became engaged around the same time, though Post never publicly confirmed his fiancée’s name — by his own deliberate choice. As of the latest confirmed reporting, he and his fiancée have since separated. His ex-fiancée filed for primary physical custody of their daughter, according to sources reported in 2025. The daughter’s name has also never been made public. Post has a tattoo reading “DDP,” believed to be his daughter’s initials.
Net Worth
Post Malone’s estimated net worth in 2026 is approximately $50 million, according to multiple sources including Celebrity Net Worth and GigWise. His wealth comes from music streaming royalties, album sales, touring — the F-1 Trillion Tour and the Big Ass Stadium Tour were both major earners — brand deals with Bud Light and Crocs, and the sale of his rosé wine brand Maison No. 9. Some sources estimate his net worth as high as $60 million, but the $50 million figure is the most consistently cited across credible outlets. An exact figure is impossible to confirm given private financial holdings.
Parents
His father is Richard “Rich” Post, a former DJ who shaped his musical taste from a young age. His stepmother is Jodie Post. His biological mother’s name has not been confirmed publicly across any major reporting.
Height
Post Malone is approximately 6 feet tall (about 183–184 centimetres). This figure is consistent across multiple biographical sources.
Education
Post Malone attended Grapevine High School in Grapevine, Texas. He enrolled at Tarrant County College in the Dallas–Fort Worth area after graduating but dropped out to pursue music. He moved to Los Angeles, where he joined a music group called BLCKVVD and began releasing original tracks online.
Hometown and State of Origin
Born in Syracuse, New York. Raised in Grapevine, Texas from approximately age 9 or 10. He lived in Los Angeles during his early career. He relocated to a property in Cottonwood Heights, Utah around 2020, citing his daughter and his preference for space and quiet over city life.
Official Social Media
Post Malone’s verified Instagram is @postmalone. His official X (Twitter) handle is @PostMalone.
Quick Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Austin Richard Post |
| Stage Name | Post Malone |
| Date of Birth | July 4, 1995 |
| Age (2026) | 31 years old |
| Birthplace | Syracuse, New York, USA |
| Raised In | Grapevine, Texas |
| Height | ~6 ft (183 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Father | Richard “Rich” Post (former DJ) |
| Stepmother | Jodie Post |
| Children | One daughter (born May/June 2022; name unconfirmed) |
| Relationship Status | Single (separated from fiancée; unconfirmed new relationship) |
| Religion | Unconfirmed |
| Net Worth (2026) | ~$50 million (estimated) |
| Record Label | Republic Records |
| Studio Albums | Stoney (2016), Beerbongs & Bentleys (2018), Hollywood’s Bleeding (2019), Twelve Carat Toothache (2022), Austin (2023), F-1 Trillion (2024) |
| Upcoming Project | The Eternal Buzz (double album; release date TBC) |
| Notable No. 1 Hits | Rockstar, Psycho, Circles, Sunflower, I Had Some Help |
| @postmalone |
Reader Questions (FAQ)
What is Post Malone’s real name?
Post Malone’s real name is Austin Richard Post. He came up with the stage name “Post Malone” when he was 14 or 15 years old using an online rap name generator, according to interviews he gave early in his career. He confirmed this in multiple sources over the years.
How old is Post Malone in 2026?
Post Malone turned 31 on July 4, 2026 — his birthday is Independence Day in the United States. He was born in 1995 in Syracuse, New York.
What is Post Malone’s net worth?
Post Malone’s estimated net worth in 2026 is approximately $50 million. His money comes from music streaming and sales, sold-out stadium tours, brand partnerships with companies like Bud Light and Crocs, and the partial sale of his rosé wine brand Maison No. 9. Some sources place the figure closer to $60 million, but $50 million is the most widely cited estimate across credible outlets.
Does Post Malone have a daughter?
Yes. Post Malone welcomed a daughter in May or June 2022 with his then-fiancée, whose identity he has kept private. The daughter’s name has also never been confirmed publicly — Post Malone has chosen not to share it. He has a tattoo reading “DDP,” believed to be her initials. He and his ex-fiancée have since separated, and custody arrangements were reportedly being worked out as of 2025.
What genre is Post Malone?
Post Malone doesn’t fit neatly into any single genre, which is by design. He started in hip-hop and rap, moved through pop-rap and pop-rock, and in 2024 fully committed to country music with his album F-1 Trillion. He has described himself simply as someone who makes “music” and has consistently resisted being labelled. His ability to sit across genres is one of the reasons he has held an unusually large and varied fanbase for a decade.
What is Post Malone’s new album in 2026?
Post Malone’s upcoming project is called The Eternal Buzz. It’s a confirmed double album — two discs with 20 songs each — that he announced the title and structure for in April 2026. He debuted the expected lead single “Chrome Heartbreaker” at the FIFA World Cup closing ceremony on July 19, 2026. As of August 2026, no firm release date has been confirmed.
Where does Post Malone live?
Post Malone relocated from Los Angeles to Cottonwood Heights, Utah, around 2020. He purchased a multi-million dollar property there and has spoken about the move being important for his mental health and his family life. He cited the space, the animals, and the privacy as major factors in the decision.
Has Post Malone won a Grammy?
Post Malone has received multiple Grammy nominations across his career — various sources cite figures as high as 18 nominations — but as of the most recent available information, he had not won a Grammy Award in a competitive category. His nominations have spanned rap, pop, and most recently country categories following F-1 Trillion. This may change with future ceremonies.
Wrap-Up
Post Malone’s career is one of the more unusual ones in recent music history — not because it’s been dramatic or controversial in the way celebrity careers often are, but because it’s been consistently, almost stubbornly, surprising. Every time the industry thought it had him categorized, he released something that didn’t fit the box. He went from SoundCloud rap to arena pop to full-on country without any of it feeling forced, because the musical curiosity that drove each move was real and had been there from the beginning — planted by a father who played every genre under the sun on the turntable.
✅ Career Snapshot: Six studio albums. Multiple Billboard Hot 100 number ones. A debut at number one in 13 countries with Hollywood’s Bleeding. A country album that topped the Billboard 200 in 2024. A FIFA World Cup closing ceremony performance in 2026. A double album still incoming. At 31, he’s arguably still accelerating.
The personal side of his life has stayed quiet by choice. He’s talked openly about his daughter changing him, about valuing the stillness of Utah over the noise of LA, and about finding it easier to sleep at night since becoming a father. What he’s been less public about — his fiancée’s identity, his daughter’s name, the details of their separation — he’s kept locked down entirely, and the press has largely respected that. It’s a rare balance for someone who performs in front of hundreds of thousands of people. In 2026, with a double album on the horizon and a world tour under way, Post Malone is very much still building the story.
John Wood is the founder and lead editor of Biography Region. He researches and writes accurate, engaging biographies of celebrities, entrepreneurs, influencers, and public figures, delivering well-sourced, reader-focused content that informs and inspires.