Paul Michael DelVecchio Jr., born 5 July 1980 in Providence, Rhode Island, is an American DJ and television personality. He began his career as a local DJ under the name Pauly D, gaining attention through MySpace before joining MTV’s Jersey Shore in 2009, which elevated his public profile. In 2011 he signed a three‑album deal with G‑Unit Records and G‑Note Records; his debut single "Night of My Life" with Dash was released on 29 March 2012. He followed with "Back to Love" with Jay Sean (30 April 2013), and later the single "Pull Me Closer" (9 October 2025). His work earned a Teen Choice Award in 2011 and appearances on multiple reality shows, solidifying his presence in electronic music and pop culture.