Who is Ray Hushpuppi? And how much does he worth?
The name Hushpuppi has been a household. Many around the world first heard about him when he started making headlines in the news due to his flamboyant lifestyle.
Ray Hushpuppi strikes a pose in a white hoodie.
Hushpuppi who joined Instagram in 2012 became popular to the point of having 2 million followers on IG in December 2019. According to him, he chose Instagram because he can show himself to the world beyond his location.
Nigerians were not only enticed by his wealth but were interested in his source of wealth. One notable person who did openly is Deji Adeyanju. Deji asked EFCC to investigate his source of wealth.
However, Hushpuppi was able to defend himself. He later wrote a long note on Instagram where he said Deji’s claims were unfounded and only did so to tarnish his image.
He was known as the Gucci master and had all their latest collection. From bespoke Gucci Tux to Gucci socks, briefs, jackets and pants. He claimed he wears the brand often because the services they render to him cannot be gotten elsewhere.
Also, Hushpuppi wore other brands like Louis Vuitton (he had an LV duvet), Versace, Chanel, Nike, Hermes, Off White (bespoke Offwhite shirt by Virgila Bloh), Dior, Fendi, Givenchy, Icon, Berluti and more.
On numerous occasions, Hushpuppi posted photos of himself wearing items and or holding shopping bags from these luxury stores.
Hushpuppi’s shoe closet.
Often he bought and rode luxurious cars worth million of dollars. More than two dozens images on his IG showed him inside, on top of in front of luxury vehicles. Simply put he loves a luxury lifestyle. Also Read: Lady Dies from Burnt While Answering Phone Close to Cooking Gas
The interior of Hushpuppi’s Bugatti as he drives round Dubai during Lockdown.
He only flew first-class and private jets, attended elaborate parties constantly and graced the fashion shows, thus drawing notable profiles to himself including the royal family in the middle east; footballers, and Nigerian celebrities.
Due to his constant patronage, so many brands catered and cared for him. In fact, Fendi and Painzzo Versace Dubai sent him customized cakes in October 2018, for his birthday. You see how much he is worth in the business world?
Although he was a constant preacher of hard work, struggle and success, his lifestyle still kept many questioning his true source of wealth.
In one of his post, Hushpuppi said: “A lot of you are aware of my struggles, my journey, I have been called many names, I have been dragged multiple times but I didn’t let none of that distracts me from staying focused and staying on the right path of success…”
Many times he cleared the rumour which went round about he engaging in illicit drugs and weapon. Some accused him of sodomy and all forms of rotten activities including cyber heist.
But the Gucci master would always come out to defend himself with well-structured words. He always identified himself as a fashion icon who was promoting nothing but fashion and hard work on his page.
Well, this didn’t stop people from asking questions. In fact, many bet he made his money illegally and wanted to see him go down.
Hushpuppi responded: “In life, we all get at a point we go through trying times, don’t be quick to mock anyone or use anyone’s as a tool to chase clout, yours will come and you might not survive it”.
The Big Question: Who Really is Hushpuppi? And How Much Does he Worth?
Ray Hushpuppi’s real name is Ramon Olorunwa Abbas. Although he claimed to be 30 years old, (he celebrated his 30th birthday on October 11, 2019) an investigation carried out after his arrest shows that he is 38 years old. He was born in October 11, 1982.
Hushpuppi was born and bred in Nigeria. The news circulating the webs says he struggled in the street of Lagos before he moved to Malaysia and later Dubai where he amassed great wealth for himself from engaging in Cybercrime.
This man often spoke of his past life in Nigeria where he inherited poverty as an infant. He was born into poverty and had no infant as a child. Thus, he wanted to make it at all cost.
His life turned around and little wonder why he always expressed gratitude towards the major shifting in wealth sharing in the society.
Hushpuppi or Ramon Abbas also came to limelight in 2015. He quickly drew attention and followers due to his flashy lifestyle on Instagram. Many said he has his own unique way of standing out.
His Net worth:
As to his net worth, the media has a way of making figures. Hushpuppi’s net worth, although has not been verified or confirmed by any official channel, is around $15 to $20 million. Although he poses as a Real Estate Developer, he has longed been suspected of yahoo: cyber criminal.
The Gucci master or self-acclaimed brand ambassador has been accused of showcasing rented cars and other items as his, just to be seen as a billionaire.
Like we have mentioned above, he loves not just luxurious clothes but flashy cars.
In 2019, Hushpuppi acquired a brand new bespoke black badge Rolls-Royce Wraith. He took to his Instagram page to share the news of his purchase just a few days after he had shown off his also newly purchased Bentley Bentayga.
The Gucci master always updated and upgraded his garage with the latest cars like they were mere apps.
Some expensive cars he showcased in his garage in August 2019 include a Limited Edition Ferrari 458 Italia worth $150 million, Benz, Phantom Rolls Royce, and a Bentley G.
Hushpuppi showcases his cars in August 2019.
In May 2019, he bought a Maybach worth $650. Before buying the Maybach, he acquired a Bentley Bentayga in February 2019 for valentine estimated to worth N84 million.
Hushpuppi’s Maybach worth 650 dollars.
His latest is a white Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the first SUV ever produced by the British manufacturer.
Aside from these cars, he boasted of Mercedes Benz, G-Wagon, Range Rover Sport, Bugatti and many others. (Based on review of publicly available pricing information conducted by the FBI, the starting price for each of this vehicle is approximately $330,000.)
Watches were also among his collections. His wristwatches were not just expensive but specially ordered too.
Hushpuppi patronized brands like Richard Mille watch worth $150,000, Rolex, Audemars Piguet (Solid rose gold worth $95,850) and Hublot to mention a few.
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Hushpuppi’s bespoke Richard Mille Watch worth 150,000 dollars.
Hushpuppi poses before his new Bentley Bentayga he bought on February 2019.
