From SoundCloud Obscurity to Rap-Rockstar: Post Malone

What Is Post Malone’s Real Name?

Post Malone, aka Austin Richard Post, was born on July 4, 1995, in Syracuse, New York. His parents, Richard Post and Nicole Frazier, separated when Malone was a child, and he spent most of his life living with his father and stepmother, Jodi. He initially lived with his mom before moving to Texas.

Austin Richard Post known by his stage name Post Malone

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At nine years old, Malone and his father and stepmother moved to Grapevine, Texas, because his dad took a job as the manager of concessions for the Dallas Cowboys. Life was much different in Texas, but Malone quickly adjusted and found a passion for music when he learned to play the guitar.