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Daddy Yankee Trades Mic for Ministry at 50
3 Feb
Summary
- Daddy Yankee, turning 50, announced his retirement and conversion to Christianity.
- He recently concluded his farewell world tour in his homeland, Puerto Rico.
- A street in San Juan was approved to be renamed in his honor.
Reggaeton pioneer Daddy Yankee, born Ramon Ayala, celebrates his 50th birthday as he embarks on a new phase of life. He concluded his highly successful farewell world tour in Puerto Rico in 2023, where he revealed his conversion to Christianity and his commitment to spreading the gospel. This marks a significant shift following a three-decade career that reshaped Latin music.
Daddy Yankee, credited with naming the reggaeton genre, is being honored in his homeland, with a street in San Juan set to be renamed in his honor. His career, which began in his teens, saw massive global hits like "Gasolina" and "Despacito," cementing his status as an icon.
As he steps away from music, Daddy Yankee is exploring new ventures, including sports investments like co-owning a Padel team. He remains focused on entrepreneurship and supporting music with a purpose, particularly faith-based collaborations with young artists. He describes his current life stage as having a "blank canvas," dedicated to personal growth and living life to the fullest.
