HOUSTON – Turning 60 is a pretty big deal, and if you’re Houston hip-hop legend Willie D - the best way to celebrate is to invite some of the biggest names in comedy, music and entertainment to get onstage and roast you!
The Houston-born, Geto Boys co-founder is celebrating the milestone with “The Roast of Willie D: Cooked by Legends,” a one-night-only event coming to Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on October 28.
The roast will be hosted by comedy legend D.L. Hughley, with Cedric the Entertainer, Ali Siddiq and more special guests joining the festivities. Additional names are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
For Willie D, this isn’t just another birthday party. It’s a celebration of a career that has helped shape Houston’s place in hip-hop history.
As a member of the legendary Geto Boys, alongside Scarface and Bushwick Bill, Willie D helped introduce the world to Houston’s distinctive, unapologetic hip-hop sound. The group became one of the most influential acts in Southern rap, tackling subjects and pushing boundaries in ways that helped pave the way for generations of artists who followed.
“The Roast of Willie D: Cooked by Legends” promises a night mixing comedy, hip-hop, music and Houston culture for an event you don’t want to miss.
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 21 at 10 a.m.
📍 The Roast of Willie D: Cooked by Legends
- October 28, 2026 at Smart Financial Centre
- Hosted by D.L. Hughley, featuring Cedric the Entertainer, Ali Siddiq and more
- Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 21st HERE