Dave Chappelle's kids: Here is everything we know about them

Dave Chappelle's kids: Here is everything we know about them

Dave Chappelle is an American stand-up comedian and actor. In 2006, Esquire named him the comic genius of America, while Rolling Stone ranked him No. 9 in their 50 Best Stand-Up Comics of All Time. But beyond his on-screen persona, Chappelle is a family guy with three children. So, who are Dave Chappelle's kids?

Does Dave Chappelle have a son?
Dave Chappelle's zodiac sign is Virgo. Photo: Alex Edelman, Randy Holmes via Getty Images (modified by author)
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Like most celebrity parents, Chappelle has raised his children away from the buzz of Hollywood to give them a shot at a normal life. This is what we know about the celebrity kids so far.

Dave Chappelle's profile summary and bio

Full nameDavid Khari Webber Chappelle
Famous asDave Chappelle
GenderMale
Date of birth24 August 1973
Age 50 years old (2023)
Zodiac signVirgo
BirthplaceWashington, D.C., USA
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityAfrican-American
ReligionIslamic
Alma materDuke Ellington School of the Arts
Height in feet6’0’’
Height in centimetres183
Weight in kilograms78
Weight in pounds 172
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
SexualityStraight
Marital statusMarried
SpouseElaine Mendoza Erfe
Children3
ParentsWilliam David Chappelle III and Yvonne Seon
ProfessionComedian and actor
Years active1990-present
Net worth $60 million
Social mediaInstagramTwitter (X)

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How old is Dave Chappelle?

Dave Chappelle’s daughter?
Dave Chapelle at the UK premiere of Dave Chappelle: Untitled at Cineworld Leicester Square in London, England. Photo: Samir Hussein
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Dave Chappelle (aged 50 as of 2023) was born on 24 August 1973 in Washington, D.C., USA. His zodiac sign is Virgo. Chappelle’s mother, Yvonne Seon, is a Unitarian Universalist minister who worked for Congolese Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba.

In addition, she worked as a professor and university administrator at several institutions, including Prince George’s Community College and Wright State University.

On the other hand, Dave’s father, William David Chappelle III, was a professor of vocal performance and the dean of students at Antioch College.

The comedian attended Woodlin Elementary School before proceeding to Duke Ellington School of the Arts, where he majored in Theatre Arts, graduating in 1991.

Is Dave Chappelle married?

The Half Baked star is married to Elaine Mendoza Erfe. The couple exchanged nuptials in 2001 after a short dating period. They have enjoyed marital bliss for over a decade.

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Dave Chappelle’s children

Dave and his wife have two sons, Sulayman and Ibrahim, and one daughter, Sanaa. Here is a glimpse into their lives.

Sulayman Chappelle

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Sulayman leads a private lifestyle. Photo: Kevin Mazur, Richard Corkery, Geoff Robins via Getty Images (modified by author)
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Does Dave Chappelle have a son? Sulayman, Dave’s firstborn son, was born in 2001 in Washington, D.C. As of 2023, he is 22 years old. The celebrity son prefers a life away from the limelight.

Ibrahim Chappelle

How old is Dave Chappelle?
Ibrahim is Dave's secondborn son. Photo: Gilbert Carrasquillo, Ethan Miller, Earl Gibson via Getty Images (modified by author)
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Ibrahim (aged 20 as of 2023) was born on 11 April 2003 in Yellow Springs, Ohio, USA. Like his siblings, he was born in an interfaith family, as his father is Muslim and his mother is Christian.

Sanaa Chappelle

Dave Chappelle’s children
As of 2023, Sanaa is 14 years old. Photo: Valerie Macon, Paul Morigi, Kris Connor via Getty Images (modified by author)
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Dave Chappelle’s daughter, Sanaa, was born in 2009. The celebrity daughter is following in her father’s acting footsteps, gradually making her way into the entertainment industry. She is popularly known for starring in A Star Is Born.

Why is Dave Chappelle so famous?

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David has received numerous accolades for his satirical comedy skills, including six Emmys and four Grammy Awards. In 2019, he won the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, America’s highest comedy honour.

As an actor, the father of three has starred in several films and TV shows. They include:

  • Undercover Blues (1993)
  • Getting In (1994)
  • Home Improvement (1995)
  • Buddies (1996)
  • Joe’s Apartment (1996)
  • Con Air (1997)
  • The Real Blonde (1997)
Dave Chappelle’s profiles
Dave Chappelle at Focus Features' BlacKkKlansman premiere at Samuel Goldwyn Theatre in Beverly Hills, California. Photo: Axelle
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  • Woo (1998)
  • The Larry Sanders Show (1998)
  • Blue Streak (1999)
  • Screwed (2000)
  • Undercover Brother (2002)
  • Saturday Night Live (2020)
  • A Star Is Born (2018)
  • The Hall: Honouring the Greats of Stand-Up (2022)

How much is Dave Chappelle’s net worth?

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Dave has an estimated net worth of $60 million in 2023. In 2016, he inked a $20-million-per-release comedy-special deal with Netflix and delivered six stand-up specials under the agreement.

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Dave Chappelle’s profiles

How old is Dave Chappelle?
Chappelle is married to Elaine Mendoza Erfe. Photo: Larry Busacca, Jason Merritt via Getty Images (modified by author)
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The Hollywood star is active on social media. He has 1 million Twitter followers and 3.1 million followers on Instagram as of 6 September 2023.

This article has everything you need to know about Dave Chappelle’s kids. The three live with their parents on a 65-acre farm near Yellow Springs, Ohio, USA.

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