Growing Up Hip Hop

Growing Up Hip Hop is the original installment of the Growing Up Hip Hop reality television franchise on WE tv. The series premiered on January 7, 2016, and chronicles the lives of the children of hip hop legends. Its success has led to the creation of a spin-off Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta. On May 25, 2017, WE tv announced the show's return for a third season, which will premiere on July 20, 2017.

Cast

Main

Current

• Romeo Miller

Son of Master P and brother of Cymphonique Miller. Miller's career began with the release of his debut studio Lil' Romeo at the age of 11, which led to other opportunities including his own Nickelodeon sitcom, Romeo!, running from 2003 to 2006. Miller appeared on Dancing with the Stars during its twelfth season. In 2016, Miller appeared on Empire during its third season as Gram. The series chronicles his business ventures with his father.

• Angela Simmons

Daughter of Rev Run of Run–D.M.C. and sister of Vanessa Simmons. Simmons first gained public attention when she appeared with her family on the reality TV series Run's House. She has made a name for herself by making a clothing line. The third season chronicles her struggles of connecting with her family after becoming a mother.

• Kristinia DeBarge

Daughter of James DeBarge of DeBarge. DeBarge followed in her family's footsteps and went into music. DeBarge's debut single Goodbye released in 2009, went platinum and released an album Exposed along with it. DeBarge has continued to make music over the years. She has the desire to find out if she has a half-sister whose mother would be Janet Jackson beginning in the second season. The third season chronicles her desire to put out music, but faces rumors about sleeping her producer.

• Damon "Boogie" Dash

Son of Damon Dash. The second and third seasons showcase his struggle with drinking alcohol and hiding DUIs.

• Egypt Criss

Daughter of Pepa of Salt-n-Pepa and Treach of Naughty by Nature. Criss has the desire to create a name for herself musically.

• Vanessa Simmons (Season 3–present) (supporting cast member in seasons 1–2)

Daughter of Rev Run of Run–D.M.C. and sister of Angela Simmons. Simmons first gained public attention when she appeared with her family on the reality TV series Run's House. In the third season, she struggles to become closer to Angela.

Former

• TJ Mizell (Seasons 1–2)

Son of Jam Master Jay of Run–D.M.C..

Supporting

Current

• Master P

Father of Romeo Miller. Master P is a rapper from New Orleans who is best known for his singles "Mr. Ice Cream Man" and "Make 'Em Say Uhh!". Master P supports Romeo throughout the series, while also clashing with him when it comes to business deals.

• Pepa

Mother of Egypt Criss. Pepa is apart of the female rap trio Salt-n-Pepa. Pepa serves as a support system for Egypt and looks out for her well-being. They clash about Egypt singing career plan throughout the series.

• Damon Dash

Father of Boogie Dash. Damon is one of the founders of Roc-A-Fella Records Damon makes sure his son stays on the right path

• Briana Latrise (Season 2–present)

Daughter of Kendu Isaacs. In the second season, Briana deals with an abusive relationship.

• Tahira "Tee Tee" Francis (Season 3–present)

Niece of Pepa. In the third season, Tee Tee goes to LA to watch over Egypt as Pepa goes on tour again, however, she becomes involved in a lot drama.

Former

• Rev Run (Season 1)

Father of Angela and Vanessa Simmons. Rev Run was apart of the hip hop group Run–D.M.C.. Rev Run helps Angela with her stalker situation in the first season.

• Andre King (Season 2)

Brother of Swizz Beatz. The second season showcased King coming out to his friends and family.

Series overview

Episodes

Season 1 (2016)

Season 2 (2016)

Season 3 (2017)