Busta Rhymes
Trevor George Smith Jr., known professionally as Busta Rhymes, is an American rapper, record producer, and actor. He has received 12 Grammy Award nominations, making him one of the most-nominated artists without a win. Billboard and Vibe ranked him among the 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time, while Forbes listed him among the greatest rappers on their list of the "50 Top Rappers of All Time".
Background
- Born in
- East Flatbush
- Educated at
- George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education High SchoolSamuel J. Tilden High SchoolUniondale High School
- Awards
- 🏆 MTV Europe Music Award for Global Icon
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1972
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