Derek Keith Barbosa, famously known by his stage name Chino XL, is said to have amassed an estimated net worth of $4 million from his prolific career as a musician.
Beginning his music career at 16, signing a contract with music impresario Rick Rubin for his American Recordings label, Chino slowly widened his professional horizon by pursuing as a solo artist in the early 90s.
Over the years, he released four studio albums, including Here to Save You All (1996), which earned him critical acclaim, two collaborative albums, one extended play entitled Chino vs. Balt, and more than two dozen singles.
Further, he has had several musical tours and collaborations with artists across the country. Such a long list of work credits in music has undoubtedly earned Chino XL a net worth of millions.
Chino XL’s acting career has also contributed a lot to his fortune
While working as a musician, Chino XL also tried his hand at acting. In 2000, he was first featured in a music video entitled Big Pun Feat. Donell: It’s So Hard.
Soon after, he started acting in several movies and series like Barrio Wars, Alex & Emma, The Young and the Restless, and many others. According to IMDB, he had a total of 17 acting credits to his name.
According to sources, an actor in the United States earns an average of $56,903 per year. Since Chino XL worked as an actor for 16 long years, that means he may have accumulated almost $1 million during his tenure, eventually contributing to his net worth.
Further, his writing career has also accompanied much of his fortune, making Chino XL a millionaire. With such wealth, it’s for sure that he lived a luxurious life.
Chino XL recently passed away, leaving his million-dollar wealth to his family
At age 50, rapper Chino XL bid goodbye to the living world. On July 30, 2024, his family took to his Instagram handle to announce his passing.
The caption read, “The family of Derek Keith Barbosa, professionally known as Chino XL, is devastated to relay the news of his passing. Chino di*d on the morning of Sunday, July 28, 2024, at home….“
As he is no longer alive, his million-dollar wealth will naturally pass to his family, including his children Chynna, Bella, Lyric, Kiyana, and his mother, Carole.
Based on his passing announcement news, his inheritors list also appears to include his stepson Shawn and grandchildren Emmy, Emery, Chris, Luis, and Dyani.
Additional Information
- Chino XL was born ‘Derek Keith Barbosa’ in New York City on April 8, 1974. He grew up in East Orange, New Jersey.
- He was Puerto Rican from his father’s side and African-American from his mother’s.
- Since his father left his mom while she was pregnant with Chino, he grew up with his mother in East Orange, New Jersey.
