DJ Envy
DJ Envy | |
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| Born | RaaShaun Casey September 3, 1977 Queens, New York City, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | DJ, music producer, radio host |
| Years active | mid-1990s–present |
| Known for | Co-hosting The Breakfast Club on Power 105.1 |
RaaShaun Casey (born September 3, 1977), professionally recognized as DJ Envy, is an American DJ, music producer, and radio host. He co-hosts the nationally syndicated radio program The Breakfast Club on Power 105.1, alongside Charlamagne tha God.
Early life
Casey earned a business management degree from Hampton University in 1999.
Career
Hailing from Queens, New York City, DJ Envy initially performed under the name DJ Shrimp and was guided by local figure DJ Clue, who introduced him to the mixtape scene during the mid-1990s. By the early 2000s, he was hosting promotional content and exclusives for artists such as Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and The Lox. He later signed with DJ Clue's label, Desert Storm Records, releasing his first studio album The Desert Storm Mixtape: Blok Party, Vol. 1 in 2003.
DJ Envy contributed monthly mixes to Hot 97's "Takin' it to the Streets" and co-hosted Hot 97's morning show with Miss Jones until July 2008. His radio repertoire also includes hosting "The People's Mix," "The People's Choice Hit List," and a segment called "New at 2." Prior to joining The Breakfast Club, he helmed a midday program on Power 105. Currently, he hosts a weekly broadcast on Sirius XM Radio’s Hip-Hop Nation channel.
On December 6, 2010, DJ Envy teamed up with Angela Yee and Charlamagne tha God to co-host Power 105’s morning show The Breakfast Club. In September 2016, he initially expressed support for stop-and-frisk policies but issued an apology after facing public backlash.
His appearances extend to music videos like Juelz Santana and Lloyd Banks' "Beamer Benz or Bentley," television programs including 106 & Park and Entourage, as well as hosting Music Choice’s Tha Corner. He acted in the film Blood of a Champion (2006) and appeared in the documentary The Raw Report: Gucci Mane. In March 2010, he took on the role of VJ for MTV2's Sucker Free Countdown.
In early 2015, DJ Envy released the track "Still A Fan," featuring Rico Love. In early 2017, he and his wife Gia Casey launched the podcast The Casey Crew, which centers on topics related to relationships and family life.
In April 2022, DJ Envy and Gia Casey authored their book titled Real Life, Real Love: Life Lessons on Joy, Pain, and the Magic That Holds Us Together.
An avid car enthusiast, DJ Envy established the Drive your Dreams Car Show, which debuted on November 3, 2018, at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, New Jersey. After cancellations due to the pandemic in 2020, the event expanded to cities including Atlantic City, Atlanta, and Detroit. Drawing around 5,000 visitors, the show features luxury and customized vehicles owned by celebrities such as 50 Cent, Fabolous, Icewear Vezzo, 42 Dugg, Royce da 5'9", and Richard Wershe Jr. (White Boy Rick).
Initially named "Carchella," the car show was rebranded following legal challenges from Coachella organizers. DJ Envy carefully selects markets where he has established prominence—beginning with New York/New Jersey before extending to Atlanta, Atlantic City, Philadelphia, Detroit, and Miami for holiday editions.
Awards and recognition
On January 23, 2020, Atlantic City proclaimed "Breakfast Club Day" in tribute to DJ Envy and his co-hosts. Additionally, DJ Envy was honored with the Key to the City for his contributions to promoting Atlantic City. In August of the same year, DJ Envy, along with Angela Yee and Charlamagne tha God, was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame.
Real Estate Fraud Controversy
In October 2023, Cesar Pina, a business partner associated with DJ Envy, was indicted by the U.S. District Attorney’s office in New Jersey on charges involving multimillion-dollar real estate investment fraud. The indictment mentioned a "radio personality" connected to the scheme who assisted in endorsing Pina’s business activities. A civil lawsuit has also been initiated against DJ Envy regarding real estate dealings linked to Pina's firms, including Flipping NJ and Flip2Dao.
Pina was charged with wire fraud and subsequently released under a $1 million bond with electronic monitoring conditions. Although Pina asserted that DJ Envy was not implicated in the legal actions against him, allegations claim that Envy helped Pina attract investors through collaborative seminars. DJ Envy insists his involvement was aimed at community empowerment and that he had no knowledge of any illicit conduct. As of 2025, no charges have been filed against DJ Envy in connection with this matter.
Personal life
Casey is married to Gia Casey, who is of Chinese-Jamaican descent. The couple has been united since the early 2000s and are parents to six children. They frequently share insights into the obstacles they have encountered throughout their marriage.
In 2022, their relationship drew public attention following an interview where Gia disclosed she had pretended to experience orgasms during the first decade of their marriage. This honest dialogue ultimately reinforced their bond, which they regard as a cornerstone of their enduring partnership. Their story ignited wider conversations about emotional closeness in long-term relationships and was featured in *Men’s Health* magazine.
DJ Envy currently lives in Kinnelon, New Jersey.
Albums
- The Desert Storm Mixtape: Blok Party, Vol. 1 (2003)
- The Co-Op (collaboration with Red Café) (2007)
- It's Moovin' (2009)
- Love and Envy (2011)
- One Love with the Homo's (2011)
- Audio Uprising, Vol. 1 (2011)
- Full Breach. Vol. 5 (2014)
- F2D Presents Hall of Fame 2 (with DA L.E.S & DJ D Double D) (2018)
- Just A Kid From Queens (2018)
Production
- "Feel the Hate" – The Murderers (2000)
- "Broken Silence" – Foxy Brown (2001)
- "The Bad Guy" (featuring Pain in da Ass) – Fabolous (2001)
- "Right/Wrong" (Cradle 2 the Grave OST) – DMX (2003)
- "Getting Down" (Cradle 2 the Grave OST) – DMX, Kashmir, Bazaar Royale (2003)
- "Wait a Minute" – Joe Budden (2004)