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Maddie Ziegler's Producer Boyfriend: Kid Culture's Rise
25 Mar
Summary
- Kid Culture co-wrote and produced Justin Bieber's Grammy-nominated song 'Yummy'.
- He won a Grammy at 18 for his work with YBN Cordae's 'Bad Idea'.
- Kid Culture has also collaborated with artists like Cardi B and Ed Sheeran.

Maddie Ziegler, renowned for her role in 'Dance Moms' and appearances in Sia's 'Chandelier' music video, is currently gaining attention for her role in 'Pretty Lethal,' which debuted digitally on March 25, 2026. Amid this, her relationship with producer Daniel Hackett, professionally known as Kid Culture, has sparked public interest.
Kid Culture is a Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer who notably co-wrote and produced Justin Bieber's 2020 hit 'Yummy.' He achieved a significant career milestone at just 18 years old, winning a Grammy in 2021 for his contribution to YBN Cordae's 'Bad Idea' in the Best Rap Song category.
His extensive work includes collaborations with music industry titans such as Cardi B, Ed Sheeran, and Usher. Kid Culture also produces his own music, having released four tracks since 2023, including 'KEEP IT' and 'HOW I FEEL.' His passion for music was influenced by his father, also a producer and songwriter, with Kid Culture beginning to play drums at age two and composing music by age five.
The couple, who made their relationship Instagram official in June 2024, share a unique connection with Maddie's sister, Mackenzie Ziegler, as they reportedly share a June 4th birthday. As of March 2026, Ziegler and Kid Culture appear to be a strong couple, following Ziegler's previous three-year relationship with Eddie Benjamin.




