LL Cool J
| Born | January 14, 1968 |
| Hometown | Bay Shore, New York, United States |
| Net worth | $120 million |
| Height | 6'2" (1.88m) |
| Spouse | Simone Johnson |
| Partner | Kidada Jones |
| Children | Nina Simone Smith, Samaria Leah Wisdom Smith, Najee Laurent Todd Eugene Smith, Italia Anita Maria Smith |
| Parents | Ondrea Smith, James Nunya |
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LL Cool J on 'The FORCE', working with Eminem and the evolution of hip-hop
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Usher, LL Cool J and Gunna Honored at Black Music Action Coalition Gala 2024
The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) convened once again at Los Angeles’ Beverly Hilton last night for its fourth annual awards gala, celebrating stars including Usher, LL Cool J, Gunna and more during an evening meant to uplift the Black community and honor some of its most supportive stars. The group, which formed in 2020 …
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2024 Black Music Action Coalition Gala: Red carpet interviews with LL Cool J, Flavor Flav … [WATCH]
The 4th annual Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) Gala was held September 19, 2024 at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. The awards ceremony hosted by Kenny Burns celebrated passionate artists, executives, and activists who are pivotal changemakers in championing racial equity and social justice within their community, and who are using their platforms and …
- EntertainmentBillboard
LL COOL J’s ‘THE FORCE’ Debuts in Top 10 on Top Rap Albums?Chart
The rapper's first album in 11 years arrives, as current single "Proclivities," featuring Saweetie, climbs on radio.
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LL Cool J Wants to Change Ageism Narrative in Rap, Has Unreleased Music With Michael?Jackson
Fully produced by fellow Queens native Q-Tip, The Force is LL's first release in 10 years.
- EntertainmentCBS News
LL COOL J on surprising VMAs audience with Public Enemy appearance
LL COOL J lit up the VMAs stage, bringing out Chuck D and Flavor Flav for a powerful performance that celebrated hip hop's legacy and debuted new music from "The FORCE."
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How A Tax Refund And LL Cool J’s Mother Led The Artist To Ink A Deal With Def Jam
LL Cool J’s mother played a crucial role in launching his career by investing in his music when he was faced with countless rejection. The rapper, born to Ondrea Smith in Bay Shore, NY, has released his 14th studio album, “The Force,” after a decade-long wait. Released Sept. 6, the project features 14 tracks, including… Continue reading How A Tax Refund And LL Cool J’s Mother Led The Artist To Ink A Deal With Def Jam
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LL Cool J Brings Energy to VMAs Stage With Medley of His Classic Hits and New Songs
LL Cool J hit the MTV VMAs stage Wednesday night with a medley of his classic hits and new tunes to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Def Jam Records. The rapper — whose performance featured an appearance by Public Enemy’s Flavor Flav and Chuck D, who are two of LL’s original Def Jam labelmates — …
- EntertainmentRolling Stone
LL Cool J, the O.G. ‘G.O.A.T.,’ Reps for Def Jam at 2024 MTV VMAs
The legendary rapper recently put out his 14th album, The F.O.R.C.E, as his pioneering label celebrates 40 years
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LL Cool J Leads Def Jam Salute With Greatest Hits Set at?VMAs
The rap legend was joined by Public Enemy for the career-spanning medley performance
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LL Cool J and Eminem Drive Through Hip-Hop History in ‘Murdergram Deux’ Video
LL Cool J's The Force features collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, and Nas
