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Early Life And Background
King Von, a prominent American rapper of the drill genre, has fascinated his audience with his storytelling style of rapping. He was considered one of the best lyricists in Chicago because of his unique style. He has inspired a lot of artists coming from basic backgrounds and living an ordinary life.
In this article, we will cover everything about King von exploring his versatility, career milestones and achievements, physical appearances, education, and net worth.
Overview
Full name | Dayvon Daquan Bennett |
Date of Birth | August 9, 1994 |
Died on | November 6, 2020 |
Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois |
Profession | Rapper |
Parents | Walter E. Bennett and Taesha |
Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Arts (Dropped out) |
Girlfriend/Wife | Asian da Brat (Asian Doll) |
Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Height | 5’9 Feet |
Weight | 60 KGs |
Hair color | Black |
Eye color | Black |
Religion | Christianity |
Nationality | American |
Physical Appearance

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Just like his talent, he stood tall at 5 ‘9 feet (or 175 cm) in height. Weighing about 60 Kgs, he had a distinctive and lean physique that helped him to conduct agile and energetic stage performances during the show. He styled his black hair with intricate braids with black eyes that added to his defining features. Because of his adorable physical appearance, he was a successful part of his music videos and live performances.
Education
King Von’s journey of education was filled with significant challenges and setbacks. He was imprisoned for criminal charges in 2010 and was also sent to Juvenile detention for armed robbery at the age of 16 in 2011. He still managed to earn his GED while in imprisonment which illustrates his resilience and commitment to education.
Later after his release from incarceration, he joined South Suburban College briefly in his hometown but dropped the Bachelor of Arts soon.
Career

After being released from Jail in December 2017, King Von was signed by a fellow rapper Lil Durk. He then released music singles and albums including a single “War With Us”. He became famous after releasing another single “Crazy Story”. This was a record-breaking single by him and ranked 81 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In Jan 2019, Von was featured in remix music videos by a fellow rapper from Chicago. He had also appeared in a music video by his then-girlfriend, named Asian Doll.
Following these successful releases, Von released a song in Feb 2019 wherein Lil Durk was featured. This song topped at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 list. Both of these people released a collaborative single. Likewise, Von has released numerous singles including Grandson, 2 A.M., Take Her to the O, Rollin, etc among others.
Achievements
Before he died, he was a rising star in the musical industry. King Von had numerous opportunities that brought him the fame he deserved. Among these, some of the achievements are mentioned below:
- Musical Success
He released his first debut album, Welcome to O’Block, in October 2020, which received significant acclaim and commercial success. Among his remixes, Grandson, Vol. 1, and Levon James brought him fame and success. The unique feature of these remixes was in the storytelling and lyrics.
- Hit Singles and collaborations
The first single that gained immense popularity was “Crazy Story” which became a breakout and received recognition all over the world. He also collaborated with Lil Durk for multiple music videos like “Down Me”. This was his last music video featuring Lil Durk.
- Recognition after death
He was popular because of his unique ability of storytelling and lyrics through music. He is still remembered by the people, recognising his work even after death.
Style And Influence
King Von was known for his storytelling and out-of-the-box lyrics in his songs. Some of his songs that took strong efforts included Grandson, Vol. 1, Levon James, and Welcome to O’Block. His storytelling style revolved around his real-life experiences. Subsequently, he was compared to other narrating artists like Ice-T, Speaker Knockerz, etc.
His musical work through rap brought a significant attraction towards Drill music in his hometown, Chicago. Eventually, drill music became popular and led to its evolution in the city.
Personal Life
Von was indulged in an inconsistent relationship with an American rapper Asian Doll. She is a professional rapper and has the privilege of being the first woman to be featured in Gucci Mane’s 1017 Eskimo Records.
Von had three children – two daughters and a Son. He was shot dead at Monaco hookah lounge in Atlanta, Georgia as a result of a dispute with Quando Rondo’s crew at the lounge.
Net Worth
King Von’s work in music videos, singles, remixes, and various albums gained immense popularity. Around the time of his death, the net worth of Von was estimated to be $750K.