Dave Hollister

Dave Hollister a.k.a The Ghetto Pastor has earned fame across borders as a talented singer. Asides singing, writing songs and producing music, he also has experience acting.

Early Accomplishments

He first gained popularity for featuring on 2Pac’s songs, Keep Ya Head Up and Brenda’s Got a Baby before joining the famous R&B 4-man group of the 90s, Blackstreet in 1993. He later left in 1995 to pursue a solo career.

Best Known For

He is probably best known for songs such as My Favorite Girl and Can’t Stay from his 1999 album as well as One Woman Man from his 2000 album. 

His 2014 song, Spend the Night charted at no. 7.

He made his acting debut in 1998 with Ride. He has starred in Man of her Dreams in 2009 and also in 2015 film, Couples Therapy.

Sexual Orientation

Dave is straight. He was previously married to Keisha Hollister. In 2008, he got married to Ayana Hollister since 2008 and they have remained together ever since.

Family

He is a son of preachers Napoleon Hollister and Linda Powell. He has a brother, Ricky and a sister, Amanda Wright. 

He is a father of 2 daughters, Karen and LaQuesha Hollister. 

He is a cousin to K-Ci and JoJo, Fantasia Barrino and Sherree Brown.

Religion

Dave is a practicing Christian. Asides now singing gospel-themed songs, he also became a pastor and has been since 2011.

Worth To Know

His recent album, 2016’s The MANuscript was recorded in only 6 days, according to him.