Heavy D was born May 24, 1967

Heavy D was a rap icon who made a lasting impression on the music industry during the 1980s and 1990s. Born on May 24, 1967, in Jamaica, he immigrated to the United States with his family at a young age. His real name was Dwight Arrington Myers, but he became known by his stage name Heavy D due to his portly stature. Throughout his career, he released multiple platinum albums and singles, including “Now That We Found Love” and “Mr. Big Stuff.”