Name: Diamond P
Birth Name: QuWanda Diamond P McCoy
Date of Birth: 20 June 1975
Nationality: American
Occupation: Media Personality, Radio Host, Author, Advocate
Biography
Diamond P (born QuWanda Diamond P McCoy) is an American media personality, radio host, author, and community advocate. She is best known for her work on Pulse 101.3, where she hosts Da Diamond P Experience and Business & Bars. A prominent figure in the Atlanta entertainment scene, she is also the creator of the show ATL 101 and the author of the motivational book Level Up. Beyond her media career, she is recognized for her activism against gun violence and her advocacy for breast cancer awareness.
Early Life and Education
Diamond P was born and raised in the Westside Bankhead neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. She grew up in a family deeply rooted in the local entertainment culture; her mother was known as the "First Lady of YEEK," a popular Atlanta dance style, while her father served as a manager. This environment introduced her to performance at a young age, leading her to begin singing in church at age five.
Despite facing significant personal and socioeconomic challenges during her youth in Atlanta, Diamond P prioritized her education. She obtained her GED and pursued higher education extensively, viewing academic achievement as a critical tool for overcoming adversity.
Career
Radio and Media
Diamond P established herself as a key voice on Pulse 101.3 FM. Her flagship show, Da Diamond P Experience, airs on Saturdays and is known for its "unfiltered" approach to celebrity interviews and community topics. She also hosts Business & Bars, a segment dedicated to highlighting entrepreneurs and local businesses. Additionally, she produced and hosted ATL 101, a platform blending entertainment news with community storytelling.
Music
As a recording artist, she performs under the moniker Diamond P. Her musical style draws influence from classic Atlanta hip-hop acts such as OutKast and Boyz N Da Hood. Her discography includes singles such as "Community" and "IT'Z WHATEVA," featuring collaborations with artists like DJ Unk and Pastor Troy.
Writing and Entrepreneurship
She is the author of Level Up, a book designed to inspire readers to identify their strengths and build professional competence. She manages her various creative endeavors through her company, Diamond P LLC, which also develops projects for film and reality television.
Advocacy and Personal Life
Diamond P’s work as an activist was catalyzed by personal tragedy. Following the loss of her son to gun violence, she became a vocal advocate for community safety and gun reform. She uses her media platform to speak out against violence in Atlanta. Additionally, inspired by her mother’s battle with the disease, she is an active supporter of breast cancer awareness initiatives.
She is the mother of a daughter, Princess, and her late son. She frequently cites her background as a survivor of the "streets" as the fuel for her current success and resilience.