Fab 5 Freddy

Biography

Fab 5 Freddy is a hip-hop pioneer and former graffiti artist who emerged in New York's downtown underground creative scene in the late 1970s. As a member of the Fabulous 5, he became known for painting entire sides of New York City Subway cars and later transitioned into the art world, exhibiting in prestigious galleries. He is also credited with hosting the groundbreaking hip-hop music video show Yo! MTV Raps in the late 1980s.