Nicholas Diego Leanos, known as Lil Xan or Diego, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Redlands, California. He gained prominence with his song "Betrayed," which reached number 64 on the Billboard Hot 100. Leanos released his debut studio album, Total Xanarchy, on April 6, 2018. His second album, Diego, was released on September 6, 2024. Lil Xan's music career and releases define his presence in the music industry.
September 6, 1996: Lil Xan's Birth
On September 6, 1996, Nicholas Diego Leanos, known as Lil Xan, was born in Redlands, California.
August 2017: "Betrayed" Music Video Release
In August 2017, Lil Xan's popularity grew following the release of the music video for his song "Betrayed".
December 2017: Total Xanarchy Tour Announcement
In December 2017, Lil Xan announced his "Total Xanarchy" tour, which Billboard reported sold out in five hours.
April 6, 2018: Total Xanarchy Album Release
On April 6, 2018, Lil Xan released his debut studio album, "Total Xanarchy".
May 2018: Heartbreak Soldiers Mixtape Announcement
In May 2018, Lil Xan announced the mixtape "Heartbreak Soldiers".
June 30, 2018: Began Dating Noah Cyrus
On June 30, 2018, Lil Xan started dating singer and actress Noah Cyrus.
July 8, 2018: Heartbreak Soldiers Mixtape Release
On July 8, 2018, Lil Xan released the mixtape "Heartbreak Soldiers".
August 2018: "Live or Die" Collaboration with Noah Cyrus
In August 2018, Lil Xan and Noah Cyrus released the collaboration "Live or Die".
September 2018: Broke Up With Noah Cyrus
In September 2018, Lil Xan and Noah Cyrus broke up, with both parties accusing the other of being unfaithful.
September 2018: Be Safe Album Announcement
In September 2018, Lil Xan announced he was working on an album titled "Be Safe" as a tribute to Mac Miller.
2018: Considered Name Change to Diego
In 2018, Lil Xan considered changing his stage name to Diego to support his anti-drug message.
2018: On-and-Off Relationship with Tana Mongeau
In 2018, Lil Xan had an on-and-off relationship with Tana Mongeau.
2018: Hospitalized After Eating Hot Cheetos
In 2018, Lil Xan was reportedly hospitalized after eating "too many Hot Cheetos".
February 2019: Announced Expecting a Child
In February 2019, Lil Xan announced that he and his then-fiancée Annie Smith were expecting a child.
November 2019: When September Ends Album Announcement
In November 2019, Lil Xan announced his next album would be titled "When September Ends" and released an album cover.
January 2020: Sorry I Didn't Quit Album Announcement
In January 2020, Lil Xan announced that his album was finished and would be called "Sorry I Didn't Quit".
2021: On-and-Off Relationship with Tana Mongeau
In 2021, Lil Xan had an on-and-off relationship with Tana Mongeau.
June 24, 2022: have a nice day EP Release
On June 24, 2022, Lil Xan and Chris Miles released the collaborative EP "have a nice day".
August 2024: Diego Album Announcement
In August 2024, Lil Xan announced that his second album entitled "Diego" was finally finished.
September 6, 2024: Diego Album Release
On September 6, 2024, Lil Xan released his second album, "Diego".
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