Profile:Wide NeckAge:36 Years OldHeight:5ft 11in (181 cm)Occupation:Internet PersonalityNet Worth:US $100 ThousandStatus:Alive
ORIGIN Wide Neck is an American internet personality from Pensacola, Florida. He is also known simply as Neck Guy. In November 2018, he became extremely popular after his mugshot, posted on Facebook by the Escambia County sheriff, went viral online. The famous picture, displaying his unusually massive neck, was shared thousands of times over media platforms. His newfound fame has also connected him with another necksation, Daddy Long Neck. The two started working together; producing songs and dropping music videos. They released two songs, Neckst Up and Neckst Big Thing.
Real name, Charles Dion McDowell, he was born on August 12, 1987, in Pensacola, Florida. He grew up in the hood and was raised by a single mother. In an interview, he explained that he was raised on the sidewalk. He attended high school, however, he did not graduate. Not the best of students, Wide Neck admitted that he was partaking in illegal activities. Around that time, he started selling drugs and stealing cars. Over the years, Wide Neck developed a track record for constantly being in and out of jail. Though he was hustling drugs, initially, he was only getting booked for petty violations like driving with a suspended license. Over time, his offenses got real.
CAREER In November 2018, Wide Neck captivated the internet with his massive neck. With a neck, bigger and wider than his head, he became the focal point of neck jokes and memes. He was arrested on the 13th for eluding police, possession of meth/marijuana/cocaine with intent to sell, and carrying a controlled substance without a prescription. Upon posting bail, he became an internet sensation. His mugshot was featured on WorldStarHipHop and shared heavily over Facebook and Instagram. Popular websites like Complex and TMZ also broadcasted his story. As he went viral, neck jokes and memes started flooding social media.
Capitalizing on the fame, Wide Neck connected with another necksation, Daddy Long Neck. The two began appearing in comedic videos and posts. They also successfully recorded two music videos. Released on December 16, 2018, the first music video “Neckst Up” has since racked up millions of streams. On YouTube, it has an ongoing view count of over 7.6 million. “Neckst Big Thing,” the second music video, has also surpassed the one million milestone. Released on January 10, 2019, it has already garnered over 3 million streams. Both visuals were featured on WSHH.
Wide Neck Guy was also arrested for a second time in November 2018 for drug possession. Upon posting a $5,400 bond, he was released. Wide Neck is currently training to be an MMA fighter. He has also linked up with Supreme Patty and other social media personalities. It’s also worth noting that his legal cases are still open.
Towards the ending of January, Wide Neck was back in jail after a judge revoked his bond.
PERSONAL Wide Neck’s height is 5ft 11in. His net worth is estimated at $100 Thousand USD. His longest sentence was two and a half years. At some point, while in prison, he was on life support. He currently has over 12 different mugshots dating back to 2007. Prior to fame, Wide Neck had no social media presence. He explained that he had no Facebook, Instagram, or Snapchat. His rapping style has been compared to the likes of Gucci Mane. His Instagram account now has +1.2 million followers. Wide Neck has a girlfriend whom he’s been with for over 12 years. However, that doesn’t stop females from flooding his DM.
Wide Neck Real Name, Birthday, Wiki
Real Name:Charles Dion McDowellBirthday:August 12, 1987Age:36 Years OldPlace of Birth:Pensacola, Florida, United StatesZodiac Sign:LeoHeight:5ft 11in (181 cm)Occupation:Internet PersonalityYears Active:2018-presentNet Worth:US $100 ThousandMarriage(s):Death-O-Meter:Alive