Corey B (born 20 July 1988, Age: 35 years old) is an American radio host, comedian, and social media star, best known for his prank calls, skits, and viral videos. He has over 6 million followers on Instagram, 3.5 million subscribers on YouTube, and 2.4 million fans on Facebook. He is also the co-host of the morning show “The Corey B Show” on 93.3 FLZ, a top 40 radio station in Tampa Bay, Florida.
Early Life and Education
Corey was born as Corey Bonalewicz on July 20, 1988, in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States. He grew up in a middle-class family with his parents and two sisters. He attended Northeast High School, where he developed an interest in radio and comedy.
He graduated in 2006 and enrolled in the University of South Florida, where he majored in mass communications. He also joined the campus radio station, Bulls Radio, and started hosting his show.
Corey B Wiki/Bio
| Name | Corey B |
| Real Name | Corey Bonalewicz |
| Date of Birth | July 20, 1988 |
| Age | 35 years old |
| Birth Place | St. Petersburg, Florida, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Occupation | Radio Host, Comedian, Social Media Star |
| Spouse | Alicia Aucoin |
| Children | Lexington |
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| Youtube | @CoreyB |
| Homepage | newsunzip.com |
| Net Worth | $10 million |
Career and Achievements
Corey began his professional radio career in 2010 when he joined 93.3 FLZ as an intern. He impressed the management with his talent and charisma and soon became a full-time on-air personality. He also started making prank calls to random people, celebrities, and businesses and uploaded them on his YouTube channel. His prank calls became very popular and earned him a loyal fan base. Some of his most famous prank calls include “The Walmart Intercom Prank”, “The Starbucks Name Prank”, and “The Pizza Delivery Prank”.
Corey B also expanded his online presence by creating humorous videos and skits on various topics, such as relationships, parenting, sports, and current events. He collaborated with other social media stars, such as King Bach, Amanda Cerny, Lele Pons, and Anwar Jibawi, and featured them in his videos. He also created original characters, such as “Corey the Rapper”, “B the Uber Driver”, and “B the Teacher”, and portrayed them in his videos. His videos attracted millions of views and shares and made him one of the most influential social media personalities in the world.
B also ventured into other fields, such as music, acting, and entrepreneurship. He released several rap songs and parodies, such as “I’m So Tampa”, “I’m So Lit”, and “I’m So Married”. He also appeared in some movies and TV shows, such as “Ride Along 2”, “Baywatch”, and “Wild ‘N Out”. He also launched his clothing line, called “B Merch”, which sells t-shirts, hoodies, hats, and accessories.
Corey B has received several awards and nominations for his work, such as the iHeartRadio Music Award for Best Social Star in 2018, the Shorty Award for Best Comedian in 2019, and the Streamy Award for Best Prankster in 2020. He has also been featured in various magazines and websites, such as Forbes, Billboard, People, and BuzzFeed.
Personal Life, Spouse & Kids
Corey is married to Alicia Aucoin, a fitness instructor and model. They tied the knot in 2015, after dating for four years. They have a son, named Lexington, who was born in 2017. They also have a dog, named Bentley, who often appears in their videos. They currently live in Tampa, Florida, and often travel to Los Angeles, California, for work and leisure.
Controversies
Corey B has been involved in some controversies in his career, such as:
- In 2000 and 2016, he was arrested twice for domestic violence charges. The first arrest was when he was playing for the Chicago Bulls, and the second arrest was when he was living with his long-time girlfriend, who is now his wife. He was accused of assaulting her during an argument, but the charges were later dropped.
- In 2021, he challenged former professional boxer Paul Malignaggi to a fight, after Malignaggi insulted him on social media. The two fought in June 2021, and Corey lost by a unanimous decision. The fight was criticized by some boxing fans and experts, who claimed that it was a publicity stunt and a disrespect to the sport.
- In 2022, his daughter Cori was caught on video hitting another girl during a youth basketball game in California. The video went viral and sparked outrage among the viewers, who accused Cori of being a bully and a sore loser. Corey B’s wife, Tyra Hunt, was also heard in the background, allegedly encouraging Cori to hit the girl. The police are investigating the incident, and the organizers of the tournament have banned Cori and Tyra from future games.
Family Members
Corey is very close to his family and friends and often posts pictures and videos with them on his social media accounts. He is also very charitable and supports various causes, such as animal welfare, education, and health. He has participated in several fundraisers and events, such as the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Radiothon, the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Famous Videos
Corey is known for his prank calls, skits, and viral videos, which he uploads on his YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok accounts. Some of his most famous videos are:
- The Walmart Intercom Prank: In this video, Corey pretends to be a Walmart employee and makes hilarious announcements on the intercom, such as “Attention Walmart shoppers, we have a special on aisle 9, buy one get one free on condoms” and “Attention Walmart shoppers, we have a code brown in the men’s restroom, please avoid at all costs”.
- The Starbucks Name Prank: In this video, Corey goes to different Starbucks locations and gives them funny and ridiculous names to write on his cup, such as “Mike Hunt”, “Ben Dover”, and “Hugh Jass”.
- The Pizza Delivery Prank: In this video, Corey B orders pizza from different places and then pretends to be someone else when the delivery person arrives, such as a cop, a firefighter, a doctor, and a stripper.
- The Bald Guy Wins a Fortune: In this video, Corey plays a scratch-off lottery ticket and wins $10,000, but then realizes that it was a prank by his friend, who gave him a fake ticket.
- The Sweetest Popcorn Hack: In this video, Corey. shows how to make popcorn with candy corn, butter, and salt, and claims that it tastes amazing.
Height and Weight
B is 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall and weighs around 165 lbs (75 kg). He has a fit and muscular physique, which he maintains by working out regularly and following a healthy diet. He has brown hair and blue eyes.
Net Worth and Salary
Corey B has an estimated net worth of $10 million, as of 2024. He earns his income from various sources, such as radio, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, music, acting, and merchandising. He also earns money from endorsements, sponsorships, and appearances. He is one of the highest-paid and most successful radio hosts and social media stars in the world.
Corey B is an American radio host, comedian, and social media star, best known for his prank calls, skits, and viral videos. He was born on July 20, 1988, in St. Petersburg, Florida, and graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in mass communications. He started his radio career in 2010, as an intern at 93.3 FLZ, and became the co-host of the morning show “The Corey Show”.
He also created a YouTube channel, where he uploaded his prank calls and humorous videos, featuring celebrities, original characters, and current topics. He has over 6 million followers on Instagram, 3.5 million subscribers on YouTube, and 2.4 million fans on Facebook. He also ventured into music, acting, and entrepreneurship, releasing rap songs and parodies, appearing in movies and TV shows, and launching his clothing line.
