Quick Info Yung Filly :
Name | Andrés Felipe Barrientos |
NickName | Yung Filly |
Date of Birth | 6 August 1995 |
Age (2024) | 29 Years |
Nationality | Colombian-British |
HomeTown | Colombia |
Height | 6ft 2in |
Profession | Youtuber, Influencer |
Education | Conisborough College |
Youtube | Yung Filly |
Net Worth | 25-30 Million Dollars |
@yungfilly |
Who is Yung Filly ?
Andrés Felipe Barrientos, widely recognized as Yung Filly or simply Filly, is a charismatic Colombian-British YouTuber and accomplished musician, born on August 6, 1995. Relocating from Cali, Colombia, to the vibrant landscape of Orpington in Bromley, south-east London, in 1997, Yung Filly embarked on a journey that would intertwine his passion for creating engaging content with a burgeoning music career.
Yung Filly’s entrance into the digital realm dates back to 2013, marking the inception of his YouTube career. Renowned for his short skits and comedic Q&As, he quickly carved a niche for himself in the online entertainment sphere. His captivating presence extended beyond his personal channel, with frequent appearances on Footasylum’s YouTube Channel and Pro:Direct Soccer’s platform, showcasing his versatility and appeal.
The year 2018 marked a significant milestone for Yung Filly as he ventured into television hosting, taking the helm of Hot Property on BBC Three. His youthful and energetic approach garnered attention, earning praise for a show described by The Guardian as “so youthful… that it should come with a new kind of 18 certificate.” This success paved the way for additional hosting roles, including the 2019 show Don’t Scream on BBC Three.
Facts about Yung Filly :
- Born in Cali, Colombia in 1995.
- Moved to the UK in 1997 and raised in Orpington, south east London.
- Supports Crystal Palace F.C.
- Afro-Latino descent and speaks fluent Spanish.
- Started working as a broker at the age of 17.
- Began his YouTube channel in 2013.
- Content focuses on short skits and comedy Q&As.
- Regularly appears on Footasylum and Pro:Direct Soccer YouTube channels.
- Hosted “Hot Property” and “Don’t Scream” on BBC Three in 2018 and 2019, respectively.
- Played for England and scored a goal in Soccer Aid 2020.
- Appeared on the first episode of BBC Sport’s football rivalry series with Chunkz.
- Featured on the first episode of “Race Around Britain” in 2021.
- Co-hosted “Munya and Filly Get Chilly” spin-off of “Freeze the Fear with Wim Hof” in 2022.
- Participated in “The Great Celebrity Bake Off for SU2C” and “Would I Lie To You?” on BBC.
- Frequent collaborator with the Beta Squad YouTube collective.
- Also appeared in videos with the Sidemen.
- Debuted single, “Take Time”, released in 2017.
- Released “La Paila” and “Mucho Mas” in 2018.
- Collaborated with Chunkz and Geko on “Confidence” in 2020.
- Released “Clean Up” and “Hold” (peaked at #67 and #29 on UK Singles Chart) with Chunkz in 2020.
- Released “100 Bags Freestyle” in 2021, peaking at #53 on UK Singles Chart.
- Announced a mixtape titled “Last Laugh”.
- Released “Long Time” in 2022, followed by “Day to Day” featuring Chip.
- Released new single “Grey” in 2024.