William James Dennis (born November 1, 1966 in Houston, Texas), known by as, Willie D, is an American rapper and record producer. He is best known as being a member of the rap group, Geto Boys. Willie D took up boxing at the age of 11 and in 1985, became the Golden Gloves Champion for the State of Texas. Instead of becoming a professional boxer, he became a well known MC. J Prince, the founder of Rap-A-Lot Records saw his talent and added him to the his label as well as the group which would become known as The Geto Boys.