Justina Valentine — Biography
Hailing from Passaic County, New Jersey, Justina Valentine is a multifaceted artist recognized for her contributions as a rapper, singer, songwriter, reality television personality, host, and model. Her musical journey includes notable singles such as "Candy Land" featuring Fetty Wap, "All The Way," and "Unbelievable." Valentine is also a familiar face on the improv comedy show Wild 'N Out, having been a cast member since 2016.
Born in the same New Jersey county, Valentine has Italian heritage. Her childhood was immersed in music, with active participation in theater and dance. A lifelong enthusiast of hip hop and R&B, she began recording her original music in 2006. Her debut mixtape, Route 80, arrived in 2012, featuring popular YouTube hits like "Bubble Gum" and "Hip-hop Joan Jett." The following year, her EP Valentine charted at number 38 on the iTunes R&B charts. She continued her musical output with the mixtape Red Velvet in 2014, followed by her studio album Scarlet Letter in 2016. In 2017, she released Feminem, a mixtape noted as an homage to Eminem. Her 2019 album Favorite Vibe achieved commercial success, reaching the top 30 of the hip hop charts and garnering over a million streams within its first two weeks. Infrared, released in 2020, followed, debuting in the top 5 on the iTunes charts and is characterized by its blend of classic hip hop and R&B with pop influences.
Valentine joined the cast of Wild 'N Out for its eighth season in 2016 and has remained a consistent presence, becoming the longest-serving female cast member by season 17. Her hosting career expanded in November 2018 when she co-hosted a revived version of MTV's dating show Singled Out on the network's YouTube channel, alongside fellow Wild 'N Out cast member Conceited. In 2021, she became a regular contributor to Nick Cannon's syndicated daytime talk show, Nick Cannon, participating in segments like "The Rap Up." In February 2022, she joined B. Simone and Pretty Vee as a host for the iHeartRadio and MTV podcast series MTV's Women of Wild 'N Out. Beyond her television and music endeavors, Valentine has cultivated a significant social media following, particularly on TikTok. As of September 2022, her TikTok account, @justinavalentine, boasts over 10 million followers and more than 200 million likes.
Born in the same New Jersey county, Valentine has Italian heritage. Her childhood was immersed in music, with active participation in theater and dance. A lifelong enthusiast of hip hop and R&B, she began recording her original music in 2006. Her debut mixtape, Route 80, arrived in 2012, featuring popular YouTube hits like "Bubble Gum" and "Hip-hop Joan Jett." The following year, her EP Valentine charted at number 38 on the iTunes R&B charts. She continued her musical output with the mixtape Red Velvet in 2014, followed by her studio album Scarlet Letter in 2016. In 2017, she released Feminem, a mixtape noted as an homage to Eminem. Her 2019 album Favorite Vibe achieved commercial success, reaching the top 30 of the hip hop charts and garnering over a million streams within its first two weeks. Infrared, released in 2020, followed, debuting in the top 5 on the iTunes charts and is characterized by its blend of classic hip hop and R&B with pop influences.
Valentine joined the cast of Wild 'N Out for its eighth season in 2016 and has remained a consistent presence, becoming the longest-serving female cast member by season 17. Her hosting career expanded in November 2018 when she co-hosted a revived version of MTV's dating show Singled Out on the network's YouTube channel, alongside fellow Wild 'N Out cast member Conceited. In 2021, she became a regular contributor to Nick Cannon's syndicated daytime talk show, Nick Cannon, participating in segments like "The Rap Up." In February 2022, she joined B. Simone and Pretty Vee as a host for the iHeartRadio and MTV podcast series MTV's Women of Wild 'N Out. Beyond her television and music endeavors, Valentine has cultivated a significant social media following, particularly on TikTok. As of September 2022, her TikTok account, @justinavalentine, boasts over 10 million followers and more than 200 million likes.
