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Cheryl James - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 08, 1964 |
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| Age | 62 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Cheryl James's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Founding member of Salt-N-Pepa; pioneering role in female hip hop. |
Intro
Cheryl James, also known as 'Salt,' is an American rapper and songwriter best known as one half of the iconic hip hop duo Salt-N-Pepa. She helped break new ground for women in hip hop throughout the late 1980s and 1990s.
Early Life & Background
Cheryl James was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She attended Queensborough Community College and met Sandra Denton during this time, leading to the formation of Salt-N-Pepa.
Career Highlights
- Co-founded Salt-N-Pepa, one of the first and most successful all-female rap groups.
- Won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 1995.
- Released hit singles such as 'Push It,' 'Shoop,' and 'Whatta Man.'
- Inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of Salt-N-Pepa in 2022.
Trivia
- Salt-N-Pepa's song 'Push It' became a major crossover hit, peaking at No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- Cheryl James converted to Christianity during the 1990s and embraced her faith in her personal life and music.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Cheryl James?
Cheryl James is 62 years old.
When was Cheryl James born?
Cheryl James was born the 8 March 1964.
Where is Cheryl James from?
Brooklyn, New York, U.S..
On Her Birth-Day
About March 8th, 1964, in brief:
- Historical events: On March 8, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law, marking a significant milestone in the fight against racial discrimination in the United States.
- Day of the week: March 8th, 1964 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Want To Hold Your Hand by The Beatles
- #1 UK song: Little Children by Billy J Kramer & The Dakotas
- Popular movie: My Fair Lady directed by George Cukor
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