Timothy “DeLaGhetto Chantarangsu

Timothy Chantarangsu, born on March 6, 1986, in Billings, Montana, and raised in Long Beach and Paramount, California, is an American internet and television personality, rapper, and comedian. His career began on YouTube, where he cultivated a significant following through comedic videos and original music. Chantarangsu’s early life saw him develop a “Fresh Prince Format” business plan, outlining objectives to secure a record deal, a television show, and a movie deal, demonstrating early ambition and a strategic approach to entertainment.

Chantarangsu gained widespread recognition as a cast member on the improv comedy show “Wild ‘N Out,” participating from 2013 to 2018 and again from 2020 to 2021. Beyond comedy, he is known for co-hosting food-focused web shows, including “Basic to Bougie,” “Deliciousness” on MTV, and “Send Foodz” on Thrillist. His YouTube presence was substantial, with his main channel accumulating over 4.2 million subscribers and 926 million video views as of October 2025. His content included original skits, parodies, rants, and a series called “Dear DeLaGhetto.” His vlogging channel also boasted approximately 1.26 million subscribers and over 240 million video views, showcasing his daily life and collaborations.

His musical endeavors include several albums and mixtapes, such as “Rush Hour” (2009) and “Cruise Control” (2012), under his former musical alias Traphik, which he retired in 2017. Chantarangsu also explored fashion and sneakers with his style channel, The Bakery, featuring “fit-of-the-day” videos and interviews with sneaker enthusiasts. In 2014, his YouTube channel was ranked #64 on New Media Rockstars’ Top 100 Channels. In 2020, he transitioned to using his birth name, Tim Chantarangsu, professionally.