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Travis Scott

Travis Scott is the stage name of Jacques Bermon Webster II, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer born in Houston, Texas.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Travis Scott is the stage name of Jacques Bermon Webster II, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer born in Houston, Texas. He is known for his psychedelic trap style, high-profile collaborations, and commercially successful albums, including Astroworld and Utopia.

Early life and name

Travis Scott was born Jacques Bermon Webster II in Houston, Texas, on April 30, 1991. He previously stylized his stage name as Travi$ Scott. The name is associated with family and musical influences.

Music career

Scott is known for work as a rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. His music is often described as psychedelic or atmospheric trap. He has released widely known projects including Astroworld and Utopia.

Astroworld festival tragedy

The 2021 Astroworld Festival in Houston ended in a crowd-crush disaster that killed 10 people and injured hundreds. The incident led to widespread scrutiny of event safety and multiple lawsuits involving Scott and organizers.

Personal life

Published biographical sources identify Kylie Jenner as his former partner, with the relationship listed as 2017–2023. He is also the father of two children with Jenner.

Key facts

  • Travis Scott was born Jacques Bermon Webster II in Houston, Texas, on April 30, 1991.
  • He is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer.
  • He previously stylized his stage name as Travi$ Scott.
  • Astroworld is one of his best-known albums and also the name associated with the 2021 festival tragedy.
  • He has been publicly linked with Kylie Jenner, with sources listing the relationship as 2017–2023.
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Canadian context

Travis Scott has a substantial Canadian audience as a mainstream hip-hop artist; his tours, streaming success, and festival coverage have made him familiar to Canadian music readers.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Travis Scott?
Travis Scott is the stage name of Jacques Bermon Webster II, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer from Houston, Texas.
How old is Travis Scott?
He was born on April 30, 1991, which makes him 35 years old as of July 23, 2026.
What is Travis Scott's net worth?
The provided search results do not give a verified net worth figure. Published estimates vary widely across media sources, so a precise number should be treated cautiously.
What happened at Astroworld?
The 2021 Astroworld Festival in Houston turned deadly in a crowd surge, killing 10 people and injuring hundreds.
Who is Travis Scott dating?
The search results list Kylie Jenner as his partner from 2017 to 2023 and do not confirm a current relationship.
What is Travis Scott's real name?
His real name is Jacques Bermon Webster II.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Travis_Scott
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  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6346805/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, stage name, age, stage-name origin
  3. IAM.com — https://www.iam.com/musicians/celebrity-musicians/travis-scott/
    Supports: Age, birthplace, relationship status, career overview
  4. Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/
    Supports: Astroworld festival tragedy context and biographical details
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6346805/
    Supports: Birth name, age, birthday, birthplace