Vanilla Ice

American rapper and television personality

Vanilla Ice - American rapper and television personality
Born

October 31st, 1967
57 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Rapper and television personality achieved significant popularity in the early 1990s. Released the single "Ice Ice Baby," which became the first hip-hop single to top the Billboard charts. Starred in the reality TV series "The Vanilla Ice Project," focusing on home renovation and real estate investment. Over the years, diversified interests into real estate and television hosting, maintaining a public presence in various entertainment forms.

Released the hit single 'Ice Ice Baby'

Starred in 'The Vanilla Ice Project'

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