Common

Rapper and actor with Grammy Award

Common - Rapper and actor with Grammy Award
Born

March 13th, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

Links & References

This individual is an American rapper and actor born in 1972. Music career began in the 1990s, releasing debut album 'Can I Borrow a Dollar?' in 1992. Achieved mainstream success with the album 'Like Water for Chocolate' in 2000, featuring socially conscious themes. Transitioned into acting, appearing in films such as 'Selma' and 'John Wick: Chapter 2'. Also contributed to television projects including 'Hell on Wheels' and 'The Eric Andre Show'. Received multiple awards, including a Grammy Award for Best R&B Sung Performance in 2003 for the song 'Love of My Life'.

Released 'Like Water for Chocolate'

Won a Grammy Award for 'Love of My Life'

Acted in 'Selma' and 'John Wick: Chapter 2'

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