Ever wondered what happened to the supergroup Mindless Behavior? Well, we’re here to give you a Mindless Behavior: where are they now’ trip down memory lane.
Just in case you didn’t know, the four-member quartet was an R&B/Pop band that became popular in the 2010s. The collective was put together by Keisha Gamble, Vincent Herbert, and Walter Millsap in 2008. Taking the Generation-Z world by storm, young girls would swoon over the then-preteen boys as they sang along to their hit songs “Mrs. Right,” “My Girl,” and “Keep Her on the Low,” among others. From singer to rapper and even spokesperson or dancer, Mindless Behavior had a little bit of everything to offer.
If you remember this phenomenon, then you should definitely be familiar with the names Roc Royal, Princeton, Prodigy, and Ray Ray. Craig “Prodigy” Crippen was the original lead but parted ways back in 2013. However, the group continued, introducing two more members, EJ and Mike. Ultimately, Ray Ray and Roc Royal dropped from the lineup, leaving Princeton, EJ, and Mike to carry on as a trio.
Mindless Behavior: Where Are They Now? — An Update on the Original Members
We’re sure you’re wondering about Mindless Behavior and where they are now. The group is currently not making music in any capacity and the boys are now all obviously adults.
Craig “Prodigy” Crippen still goes by his moniker. He is 26 years old and is currently pursuing a solo music career. Judging by some of his Instagram pictures he may be trying to break into modeling. He’s far from a teenager and has grown into a mature man who’s not afraid to show that off these days!
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What are the rest of the members up to?
Rayan “Ray Ray” Lopez has been very quiet. He is no longer on the scene publicly. Although, he, too, is said to be working on a solo career. It seems that Ray Ray is a private person.
He’s not much of a social media person. Through some research, we were able to dig up an interview that Ray Ray, who now goes by his real name, did in recent years. He spoke on what really broke the group up as well as what life looks like for him in modern day. He’s now a 27-year-old father and (to our knowledge) still lives in his home state of California.
Jacob “Princeton” Perez served as a backup vocalist for the group as well as a spokesperson and key dancer. His dedication to the group and its musical run led him to be the only original member standing before they disbanded in 2017. On August 28, 2022, a video interview of Princeton was uploaded to YouTube where he said that he was focusing on his individual career as an artist and upcoming actor.
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Chresanto “Roc Royal” August has a son named Royal August who was born in 2014 with his ex-girlfriend Desiree Twyman. In 2018, Royal, who now goes by Santo, and Desiree welcomed their second child, Bronx.
Why Was Roc Royal Arrested?
The now-25-year-old has seemingly been in a ton of trouble since being fired from the group in 2014. Currently, he’s serving a prison sentence. Santo’s first (known) legal trouble came about prior to being let go from Mindless Behavior when a video of the young man involved in a physical altercation went viral.
In the clip, he’s shown punching the man repeatedly before kicking him in the face. According to those close to Santo, the man owed him money… although the amount is unknown.
From there, reports indicate that he’s been in and out of jail.
However, in spite of everything that is going on in his life, he has managed to stay in the loop with his supporters from behind bars through fan mail. Before his incarceration, he was releasing songs under the name Santo August.
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Mindless Behavior made a great impact while they were together. However, they are no longer together and have branched off on their own paths, even if it is from a prison cell. We hope that things work out for each of the guys and wish them all the best in whatever they decide to do!
Which Mindless Behavior member was your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!