André 3000

Rapper and member of OutKast

André 3000 - Rapper and member of OutKast
Born

May 27th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in hip hop, contributed to the genre's evolution through innovative music and style. Gained fame as one half of the duo OutKast alongside Big Boi. The duo's album 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below' won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2004. Released solo projects and collaborated with various artists, solidifying reputation as a versatile rapper and musician. In addition to music, engaged in acting, appearing in films like 'Four Brothers' and 'Idlewild'.

Won Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2004 with OutKast

Released critically acclaimed solo tracks

Acted in films such as 'Idlewild' and 'Four Brothers'

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