Quick Info
| Profession | Entrepreneur, Fashion Designer, Television Personality |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 23/02/1969 |
| Age | 57 years |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Daymond John
Daymond John was named the kickoff keynote speaker for the new Keynote Theater at GlassBuild America 2026, the glass, window and door trade show held in Las Vegas in September 2026. He was scheduled to share his story of building a brand from nothing and the strategies that drive growth.
Daymond John filed a lawsuit against former business partners, claiming he is owed at least tens of millions of dollars. The dispute centres on a PPE sales deal his consulting firm, The Shark Group, secured at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to supply masks and gowns to state governments.
Daymond John aligned himself with HighLevel, a business software platform, to support its AI-powered approach to building and scaling businesses. The company's co-founder said the alignment strengthens its ability to deliver systems that help entrepreneurs scale sustainably.
Daymond John was announced as the opening keynote speaker for the Emerge Experience at HIMSS26, the healthcare innovation event held in Las Vegas. He was set to address healthcare innovators, investors and decision-makers at the event.
Daymond John announced the expansion of Black Entrepreneurs Day into a multi-city tour, bringing the event beyond the Apollo Theater in Harlem to additional U.S. cities in 2025. The initiative continues to partner with the NAACP and major corporate sponsors to spotlight Black-owned businesses and provide funding and mentorship opportunities.
Daymond John launched a new digital learning platform under the Next Level Success brand, offering structured courses and coaching for early-stage entrepreneurs and small-business owners. The platform emphasizes practical strategies for scaling businesses, building brands, and accessing capital, drawing on his experience from Shark Tank and FUBU.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Hip-hop fashion designer and entrepreneur, founder and CEO of FUBU (For Us, By Us), a global lifestyle brand that revolutionized the streetwear market. Known as the 'Godfather of Urban Fashion' and co-host of ABC's Shark Tank. Also founder of The Shark Group, his consulting venture, and an author and public speaker. |
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Personal Life
| Childhood | Grew up in Hollis, Queens, New York in a single-parent household |
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| Early Entrepreneurship | Began selling handmade pencil cases at age 10 on the streets of Queens |
| Notable Condition | Dyslexic |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Heather Taras (m. 2018) |
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Family
| Parents | Caribbean parents |
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| Household | Single-parent household with mother who worked multiple jobs |
| Children | 3 |
Career
| FUBU Foundation |
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| Television | Co-host of Shark Tank, investing personal capital in entrepreneur pitches |
Style Quotient
| Fashion Philosophy | Revolutionized sportswear by creating fashionable apparel appealing to urban youth and mainstream teens |
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| Brand Identity | FUBU represents streetwear reflecting urban culture and hip-hop aesthetic |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Took out second mortgage on mother's house to fund FUBU operations | |
| 2. Was rejected by 26 or 27 banks for loans before securing Samsung Textiles deal | |
| 3. Mother used last of their money for New York Times advertisement that led to Samsung partnership | |
| 4. Declined to recommend mortgaging homes as funding strategy due to risk of losing property | |
| 5. Author of two successful books: Display of Power and The Brand Within | |
| 6. In-demand motivational speaker | |
| 7. Mastery lies at intersection of creative and analytical thinking |
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