Karim Kharbouch, known professionally as French Montana, was born on November 9, 1984, in Rabat, Morocco. He spent his early childhood with his parents and younger brother on a family estate near Casablanca. As a child, he developed a strong interest in rapping and playing football, which became his favorite hobbies.
In 1996, at the age of 13, Karim immigrated with his family to the South Bronx in New York City. Adjusting to a new culture and language, he learned English while attending a local high school. After two years, his father returned to Morocco, leaving Karim and his younger brother in the United States. Karim stepped up to support his family, while his mother received public assistance during their early years in America.
French Montana began gaining traction in the hip-hop industry as the CEO of Cocaine City Records, a label and video series that showcased street music and interviews with emerging artists. His breakthrough came with a growing fanbase and a unique style that blended his Moroccan heritage with New York’s hip-hop culture.
In 2012, he launched his debut studio album Excuse My French, which was produced under a joint venture with Bad Boy Records and Maybach Music Group. The album featured collaborations with renowned artists and helped cement his status in the mainstream rap scene. Montana also founded the rap collective known as the Coke Boys, with whom he continues to release music and collaborate.
Noted for his multilingual skills, French Montana speaks Arabic, French, and English. He has also expressed a strong passion for high-end fashion brands including Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Versace, and Fendi, which align with his public persona and lifestyle.
| Birth Date: | 9 Nov, 1984 |
| Age: | 35 yrs |
| Occupations: | Rapper Singer |
| Citizenship: | Morocco |
| Birth Place: | Casablanca |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Moroccan-American rapper and singer from New York |
| Twitter Id: | FrencHMonTanA |
| Net Worth 2021: | 16 million |
