{"id":2466823,"date":"2026-06-19T11:41:40","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T11:41:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2466823"},"modified":"2026-06-19T11:41:40","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T11:41:40","slug":"15-famous-celebrities-who-are-also-djs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/15-famous-celebrities-who-are-also-djs\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Famous Celebrities Who Are Also DJs"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When A-listers aren\u2019t dazzling fans on the screen, runway, or airwaves, some are spinning up surprise careers behind the DJ booth. From reality TV icons to chart-topping musicians and even legendary actors, these famous faces bring energy and star power to clubs and music festivals all over the world. Dive into our exclusive look at celebrities who\u2019ve found a second spotlight as DJs.<\/p>\n

Elijah Wood<\/h2>\n
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Elijah Wood<\/strong><\/a> doesn\u2019t just captivate audiences with his acting; he also surprises fans behind the decks as part of the DJ duo Wooden Wisdom. Wood and his bandmate Zach Cowie<\/strong> have been DJing together for 15 years, performing vinyl DJ sets at festivals and clubs around the world, per EDM.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Solange Knowles<\/h2>\n
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Solange Knowles<\/strong><\/a> is known for her soulful artistry and creative vision, but she\u2019s also made waves in the DJ scene, curating music for exclusive fashion events, chic nightclub residencies and posh galas, including The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art\u2019s 2017 birthday bash, as reported by SFMOMA<\/a>. Her unique blend of R&B, electronic, and experimental beats set her apart both musically and behind the turntables.<\/p>\n

Kristian Nairn<\/h2>\n
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While many know him as the beloved character Hodor from Game of Thrones, Kristian Nairn<\/strong><\/a> has carved out a dynamic career as a DJ. He has played sets at global superclubs such as Amnesia, Caf\u00e9 Mambo, and Hakkasan, and performed at festivals such as Tomorrowland in Belgium, Untold in Romania, and Sunburn in India, per InterTalent<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Ansel Elgort<\/h2>\n
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Best recognized for his roles in major films, Ansel Elgort<\/strong><\/a> electrifies crowds with his DJ persona, spinning under the name Ansolo. The Divergent star has played Electric Zoo, scaled the Beatport charts with his debut single \u201cUnite\u201d in 2014, and signed with Island Records as a DJ-producer, according to Billboard<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Pauly D<\/h2>\n
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Pauly D<\/strong><\/a> rose to fame on reality television, but his infectious energy and crowd-pleasing mixes swiftly turned him into a club headliner. He performs more than 150 shows annually, including a 40-date residency at Marquee Las Vegas and a long-running residency at Harrah\u2019s Atlantic City, according to Tao Group<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Brody Jenner<\/h2>\n
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Brody Jenner<\/strong><\/a>, recognized as a member of reality TV royalty, is also a sought-after DJ performing at celebrity hotspots and high-profile events. As part of the DJ\/production duo BROSA, he has toured internationally, playing at premier nightlife destinations and major festivals such as EDC Las Vegas, Electric Forest, and Summerfest, as reported by Artist & Brand<\/a>. Jenner\u2019s love of music runs deep, making him a staple in the Hollywood DJ circuit.<\/p>\n

Jon Gosselin<\/h2>\n
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Jon Gosselin<\/strong><\/a>, the former Jon & Kate Plus 8 star, began his DJ career in 2015, getting his start with 12 to 15 gigs a month in the Pennsylvania area and has now expanded to other venues along the East Coast, per The US Sun<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Nick Cannon<\/h2>\n
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Nick Cannon<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s multifaceted career spans comedy, television, and music, but his talents shine as a charismatic DJ entertaining at high-profile parties and exclusive gatherings.<\/p>\n

Paris Hilton<\/h2>\n
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Paris Hilton<\/strong><\/a> transformed her celebrity status into global DJ superstardom, headlining festivals, club residencies and even producing her own dance anthems while commanding up to $1 million per set, as reported by Mixmag<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Taryn Manning<\/h2>\n
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Taryn Manning<\/strong><\/a> made her mark as an actress and singer, but she\u2019s also an accomplished club DJ. Best known for her role as Pennsatucky on Netflix\u2019s three-time SAG Award-winning series Orange Is the New Black, has also worked as a DJ signed to the SKAM Artist label, as reported by Submerge Magazine<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Alicia Keys<\/h2>\n
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Alicia Keys<\/strong><\/a> is celebrated for her vocal talents and songwriting, yet her creative spark extends to spinning records at special events and parties. The Grammy Award-winning singer took on the stage name DJ AK47 in 2011, per Essence<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Michelle Rodriguez<\/h2>\n
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Michelle Rodriguez<\/strong><\/a>, famed for her action-packed role in the Fast & Furious franchise, is also comfortable behind the turntables, spinning at film festivals and VIP afterparties. The actress has DJ\u2019d at events including the Cannes Film Festival and has served as a guest DJ at clubs internationally, as reported by The National<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Shaquille O\u2019Neal<\/h2>\n
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Shaquille O\u2019Neal<\/strong><\/a> dominates not only on the basketball court but also as DJ Diesel, where he unleashes powerful EDM sets at major festivals and packed venues. He has performed at festivals including Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas, Lost Lands, Lollapalooza, Electric Zoo, and Forbidden Kingdom, according to Hypebeast<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Tommy Lee<\/h2>\n
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Tommy Lee<\/strong><\/a> is synonymous with drumming for iconic rock band M\u00f6tley Cr\u00fce, but his career also includes electrifying electronic music performances as a DJ. Lee made his mainstage debut at Miami\u2019s Ultra Music Festival in 2004, per VH1<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Idris Elba<\/h2>\n
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Idris Elba<\/strong><\/a> isn\u2019t just an acclaimed actor and producer; he\u2019s also a celebrated DJ spinning at global music festivals and exclusive celebrity gatherings. Performing under the moniker DJ Big Driis, the Luther star performed in Ibiza for Defected Records, as reported by Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveller<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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