Live from Rosebowl Festivial was Peter Gunz taking the stage and throws it back with his classic hit, “Uptown Baby.” The crowd goes wild for this nostalgic performance, but that’s not all. In a surprise announcement, Peter Gunz reveals he’s teaming up with NBA legend and close friend Shaquille O’Neal for a brand new show coming soon!

Watch the full performance and the exclusive announcement right here. You won’t believe what they have in store!

Peter Gunz (born Peter Cory Pankey on January 6, 1969, in the Bronx) is an American rapper and reality-TV personality best known as half of the 1990s hip‑hop duo Lord Tariq & Peter Gunz. This duo’s iconic hit “Déjà Vu (Uptown Baby)” reached No.9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and went platinum.

Career Highlights

• Started in the mid‑1990s underground rap scene, initially known as The Gunrunners; contributed to Whodini’s 1996 release Six.

• Collaborated with Shaquille O’Neal on tracks like “Men of Steel” and “The Way It’s Goin’ Down” in 1997‑98.

• Release of debut album Make It Reign in June 1998, peaking at #38 on the Billboard 200; featured collaborations with Big Pun, Fat Joe, Sticky Fingaz, Kurupt, and Cam’ron.

Reality & Media

• Transitioned to reality TV with a major presence on VH1’s Love & Hip Hop: New York (seasons 3–7 and 10), known for controversial love-triangle storylines involving exes Tara Wallace and Amina Buddafly.

• Went on to host the syndicated show Cheaters in 2020‑21.

• Recently responded to a sensitive family situation: his ex-wife Amina Buddafly revealed she and their children were homeless abroad, prompting Gunz to publicly address the matter.

• Father to 10 children, including NYC rapper Cory Gunz, who was formerly signed to Young Money.

Peter Gunz’s journey stretches from a platinum‑selling rap duo to becoming a headline-making reality TV figure. His story combines the highs of chart success with very public personal drama, keeping him a notable presence in entertainment. Now, with new public developments around his family, he continues to engage audiences—whether through music, television, or candid moments.