Childhood and Education Journey of Dr. Dre in Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Dr. Dre, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Dr. Dre, born Andre Romell Young, is a highly influential American rapper, record producer, music executive, and actor. He launched his career with the World Class Wreckin' Cru and later gained prominence as a member of the pioneering gangsta rap group N.W.A., which popularized explicit lyrics depicting the realities of street violence. In the early 1990s, Dr. Dre significantly contributed to the development and widespread appeal of West Coast G-funk, a distinctive hip-hop subgenre known for its synthesizer-driven sound and laid-back production style. He is the founder and CEO of Aftermath Entertainment and Beats Electronics, and co-founded Death Row Records.
1964: Parents Married
In 1964, Dr. Dre's parents, Theodore and Verna Young, got married.
February 18, 1965: Andre Young Born
On February 18, 1965, Andre Romell Young, later known as Dr. Dre, was born in Compton, California, to Theodore and Verna Young. His middle name comes from his father's R&B group, the Romells.
1968: Parents Separated
In 1968, Dr. Dre's parents, Theodore and Verna Young, separated.
1972: Parents Divorced
In 1972, Dr. Dre's parents, Theodore and Verna Young, divorced.
1976: Started at Vanguard Junior High School
In 1976, Dre began attending Vanguard Junior High School in Compton, but later transferred due to gang violence.
1979: Attended Centennial High School
In 1979, Dre attended Centennial High School in Compton during his freshman year, later transferring due to poor grades.
December 15, 1981: Dr. Dre's Son Curtis Young is Born
On December 15, 1981, Dr. Dre's son, Curtis Young, was born to Dre and his then-girlfriend Cassandra Joy Greene.
1983: Birth of La Tanya Danielle Young
In 1983, Dr. Dre and Lisa Johnson had a daughter named La Tanya Danielle Young.
1987: Dr. Dre Starts Dating Michel'le
In 1987, Dr. Dre began dating singer Michel'le, who frequently contributed vocals to Ruthless Records and Death Row Records albums.
1988: Birth of Andre Young Jr.
In 1988, Dr. Dre and Jenita Porter had a son named Andre Young Jr.
1990: Jenita Porter Sues Dr. Dre for Child Support
In 1990, Jenita Porter sued Dr. Dre, seeking $5,000 of child support per month.
1990: Tairrie B Claims Dr. Dre Assaulted Her
In 1990, former labelmate Tairrie B claimed that Dr. Dre assaulted her at a post-Grammy party.
January 27, 1991: Dr. Dre Assaults Dee Barnes
On January 27, 1991, Dr. Dre assaulted television host Dee Barnes, resulting in a lawsuit and subsequent legal repercussions.
1991: Birth of Marcel
In 1991, Dr. Dre and Michel'le had a son named Marcel.
April 1992: Dr. Dre Shot in Leg
In April 1992, Dr. Dre was shot four times in his leg following a verbal dispute with his engineer.
May 25, 1996: Dr. Dre Marries Nicole Threatt
On May 25, 1996, Dr. Dre married Nicole (née Plotzker) Threatt, who was previously married to basketball player Sedale Threatt.
1996: End of Relationship with Michel'le
From 1987 to 1996, Dr. Dre dated singer Michel'le, marking the end of their relationship.
1997: Birth of Truice Young
In 1997, Dr. Dre and Nicole Threatt had a son named Truice.
2001: Birth of Truly Young
In 2001, Dr. Dre and Nicole Threatt had a daughter named Truly.
August 23, 2008: Death of Andre Young Jr.
On August 23, 2008, Andre Young Jr., son of Dr. Dre and Jenita Porter, died at the age of 20 from an overdose of heroin and morphine.
September 2014: Inaugural Class at USC Academy
In September 2014, the first class of the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation began.
2014: Dr. Dre Purchases Home from Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen
In 2014, Dr. Dre purchased a $40 million home in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles from Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen.
2014: Sale of Beats to Apple Excluded from Divorce
In October 2021, Dr. Dre was served more divorce papers during his grandmother's funeral. The financial owings in this case excluded his past stock ownership of Beats Electronics, prior to its sale to Apple in 2014.
June 2020: Nicole Plotzker-Young Files for Divorce
In June 2020, Dr. Dre's wife, Nicole Plotzker-Young, filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.
November 2020: Nicole Accuses Dr. Dre of Violence and Infidelity
In November 2020, Nicole Plotzker-Young filed legal claims accusing Dr. Dre of verbal violence and infidelity during their marriage, which Dr. Dre's representative denied.
January 5, 2021: Dr. Dre Suffers Brain Aneurysm
On January 5, 2021, Dr. Dre suffered a brain aneurysm and was admitted to the ICU at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
July 2021: Dr. Dre Ordered to Pay Spousal Support
In July 2021, Dr. Dre was ordered to pay $293,306 a month to Nicole Threatt in spousal support by the Los Angeles Superior Court.
August 2021: Dr. Dre's Daughter Speaks Out About Homelessness
In August 2021, Dr. Dre's oldest daughter, LaTanya Young, revealed she was homeless and struggling to support her four children.
December 2021: Dr. Dre Finalizes Divorce from Nicole Threatt
In December 2021, Dr. Dre finalized his divorce from Nicole Threatt for a reported sum of $100 million of his estate.
December 2021: Dr. Dre Divorce Settlement Finalized
In December 2021, Dr. Dre's divorce from Nicole Young was settled, with Dre keeping most of his assets due to the prenuptial agreement but paying a significant settlement.
February 2024: Launch of Gin and Juice Cocktails
In February 2024, Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre launched a range of pre-mixed cocktails named after their hit single, Gin and Juice.
March 2024: Dr. Dre Reveals He Suffered Three Strokes
In March 2024, Dr. Dre revealed that during his hospitalization for a brain aneurysm in 2021, he also suffered three strokes.
