Proof (rapper)

Proof
Proof holding a microphone to the camera
Proof in 2005
Background information
Birth nameDeShaun Dupree Holton
Also known as
  • Big Proof
  • Derty Harry
Born(1973-10-02)October 2, 1973
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
DiedApril 11, 2006(2006-04-11) (aged 32)
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
GenresHip hop
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • songwriter
  • hype man
Years active1994–2006
LabelsIron Fist
Formerly of
  • D12
  • 5 Elementz
  • Funky Cowboys
  • Promatic
  • Goon Sqwad

DeShaun Dupree Holton (October 2, 1973 – April 11, 2006), known professionally as Proof, was an American rapper from Detroit, Michigan. During his career, he was a member of the groups 5 Elementz, Funky Cowboys, Promatic, Goon Sqwad,[1] and D12. He was a close childhood friend of rapper Eminem, who also lived in Detroit. Proof was often a hype man rapper at Eminem's concerts.

  1. ^ "Trick Trick on How Proof Introduce Him to Eminem". YouTube. March 22, 2016. Archived from the original on November 18, 2021.