Chanel West Coast is a well-known name in the music and entertainment industry. She is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality. Born on September 1, 1988, in Los Angeles, California as Chelsea Chanel Dudley, she rose to fame with her appearances on MTV’s reality show “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory” and “Ridiculousness”.
Early Life
Chanel West Coast grew up in North Hollywood. She had an interest in music from a young age and started taking singing and dancing lessons when she was just 3 years old.
Her father was a DJ and introduced her to the world of hip-hop at a young age. Chanel attended Taft High School but dropped out after her sophomore year to pursue her career in the entertainment industry.
Career
Chanel West Coast’s career started when she was just 17 years old with her debut single “Melting Like Ice Cream” which was released in 2009. She continued to release music over the years with singles like “I Love Money”, “Karl”, and “Bass In The Trunk”. In addition to her music career, Chanel also became a television personality with her appearances on “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory” and later on “Ridiculousness”.
Musical Career
- In 2013, Chanel released her first mixtape called “Now You Know”. The mixtape featured collaborations with artists like French Montana, Snoop Dogg, Ty Dolla Sign, and Robin Thicke.
- In 2015, she released another mixtape called “Waves” featuring collaborations with YG and Liam Horne.
- In 2019, Chanel released her debut studio album called “America’s Sweetheart”. The album features collaborations with Dreezy, Too $hort, and Anaya Lovenote.
Television Career
- “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory” – Chanel West Coast joined the show in 2009 and appeared in all seven seasons. The show followed the life of skateboarder Rob Dyrdek and his friends as they ran their businesses and embarked on various adventures.
- “Ridiculousness” – Chanel also appeared on this MTV show from 2011 onwards. The show features viral videos that are humorous or ridiculous and is hosted by Rob Dyrdek.
- “Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood” – In 2020, Chanel joined the cast of this VH1 reality TV series which follows the lives of several people in the music industry in Los Angeles.
Personal Life
Chanel West Coast has been linked to several celebrities over the years, including Liam Horne, Solo Lucci, and Chris Pfaff. However, she has not confirmed any serious relationships. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and pets.
Conclusion
Chanel West Coast is a multi-talented artist who has made a name for herself in both music and television. Her unique style and personality have earned her a huge fan following over the years. With more music releases and television appearances on the horizon, we can expect to see a lot more of this talented artist in the future.