LL Cool J - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 14, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Age | 58 |
| Birthplace | Bay Shore, Long Island, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also LL Cool J's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Pioneering hip-hop artist, hit albums like 'Radio', and acting roles such as Special Agent Sam Hanna on 'NCIS: Los Angeles'. |
Intro
LL Cool J is an American rapper, actor, and entrepreneur. He is considered one of the key figures in the early development of hip-hop, known for his pioneering style and commercial success since the mid-1980s. He later gained fame as an actor in film and television.
Early Life & Background
Born James Todd Smith, LL Cool J grew up in Queens, New York. His upbringing was marked by struggles, including family issues, but he developed an early passion for music, beginning to rap at age 9 and producing demo tapes by his early teens.
Career Highlights
- Released debut album 'Radio' in 1985, which went platinum.
- Multiple Grammy Award winner for Best Rap Solo Performance.
- Starred in films such as 'Deep Blue Sea', 'Any Given Sunday', and the TV series 'NCIS: Los Angeles'.
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021.
Trivia
- LL Cool J stands for 'Ladies Love Cool James'.
- He is one of the first hip-hop artists to achieve mainstream success and longevity.
- He hosted the Grammy Awards multiple times.
FAQs
People also ask
LL Cool J is 58 years old.
LL Cool J was born the 14 January 1968.
Bay Shore, Long Island, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 14th, 1968, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 14, 1968, the Green Bay Packers defeated the Oakland Raiders in Super Bowl II, held at the Miami Orange Bowl. The Packers secured their second consecutive championship, winning 33-14, and solidifying their legacy in NFL history.
- Day of the week: January 14th, 1968 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Hello Goodbye by The Beatles
- #1 UK song: Hello Goodbye by The Beatles
- Popular movie: Faces directed by John Cassavetes
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