Diplo: quick facts
Sourced, updated Sep 2026- Real name
- Thomas Wesley Pentz Jr.
- Born
- November 10, 1978 (age 47)
- Zodiac sign
- Scorpio
- Birthplace
- Tupelo, Mississippi, United States
- Nationality
- American
- Based in
- United States
- Genres
- EDM, Trap, Moombahton, Hip hop
- Labels
- Mad Decent (founder)
- Active since
- 1997
Essential tracks
- Where Are Ü Now (Jack Ü with Justin Bieber)2015
- Lean On (Major Lazer and DJ Snake feat. MØ)2015
- Close To Me (with Ellie Goulding and Swae Lee)2020
- Heartless (feat. Morgan Wallen)2020
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Diplo
Where is Diplo from?
Diplo is from Tupelo, Mississippi, United States. Nationality: American. Today Diplo is based in United States.
How old is Diplo?
Diplo is 47 years old, born on November 10, 1978.
What is Diplo's real name?
Diplo's real name is Thomas Wesley Pentz Jr..
What kind of music does Diplo play?
Diplo plays edm, trap, moombahton and hip hop.
Does Diplo have a record label?
Yes. Diplo founded Mad Decent.
What are Diplo's best known tracks?
Signature tracks include "Where Are Ü Now (Jack Ü with Justin Bieber)" (2015), "Lean On (Major Lazer and DJ Snake feat. MØ)" (2015) and "Close To Me (with Ellie Goulding and Swae Lee)" (2020).
Why is Diplo called Diplo?
His stage name is short for Diplodocus, from his childhood fascination with dinosaurs. He first released music under the name Diplodocus.
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