DJ Paul has a condition from birth called Erb’s Palsy, which caused his right arm to be underdeveloped.
Erb’s Palsy is a type of brachial plexus palsy that occurs when there’s an injury to the brachial plexus, the network of nerves that sends signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. In DJ Paul’s case, this condition was congenital, meaning it happened at or before birth. As a result, his right arm did not develop properly, and it is notably shorter than his left arm, with his right hand being smaller and less functional.
Paul, whose real name is Paul Beauregard, is a founding member of the Oscar-winning hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia. Despite his physical limitation, he has not let it hinder his career as a music producer and rapper. He often conceals his arm in public appearances, but he has been open about his condition in interviews and is an example of overcoming adversity. His disability has become a part of his public persona, and he has even used a cast of his arm as part of his logo and merchandise.