Darnell “Lil Blade” Lindsay Jr. is a 24-year-old Detroit native, Darnell has been making his mark since the age of 15, releasing 8 albums and mixtapes while building a name in the music world. At 23, he landed his first industry acting role on the BMF series and launched his clothing brand, Icewood Forever, in 2021.

As the son of Detroit rap legend Blade Icewood, Darnell carries on his father’s legacy while forging his own path. When he’s not at the gym or writing stories, he’s leading the Icewood Foundation, focused on empowering Detroit’s inner-city youth with hope, resilience, and opportunities for success.