Dappy

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Born 11 June 1987.

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Biography

Costadinos Contostavlos (born 11 June 1987) better known by his stage name Dappy, is an English singer-songwriter, rapper, and actor. He is best known for being the lead singer of the Camden-based Grime/hip hop/R&B trio N-Dubz, with his cousin Tulisa and their friend Fazer. He is known for his slightly unusual dress sense and his love for what he describes as "eye-catching headwear". His trademark is wearing a selection of woolly chullos (sometimes referred to as "Dappy hats"), turning up one or both of the ear-flaps of the hat.

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  1. Dappy to stand trial over fight

    Thu 23 Aug 2012 11:36

    N-Dubz star to stand trial over fight at Surrey petrol station which left three men...

  2. Dappy headlines Preston festival

    Thu 2 Aug 2012 08:12

    Rapper and Labrinth to top G-Fest in Preston

  3. Dappy in court over garage fight

    Thu 24 May 2012 16:48

    Dappy, real name Dino Costas Contostavlos, denies affray after appearing in court...

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