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Rick Ross Biography

Birth Name:William Leonard Roberts

Birth Place:Carol City, Florida, United States

Profession Soundtrack, Actor

Fast Facts

  • In 2014, he opened his 254-acre mansion to his charity In A Big Way, which provides youngsters access to positive influences
  • In 2016, his album "Port of Miami" was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America
  • Before becoming a music artist, he worked as a corrections officer
  • Earned a football scholarship to attend Albany State University
  • Got his start as a rapper in the group The Carol City Cartel
  • Quote: "[On his success] "Before I was ever in this position, I promised myself I would never take it for granted․""
  • Is known to frequently wear sunglasses
  • Likes to collect vintage video games
  • Sampled the song "Push It to the Limit" from the film "Scarface" to use in his single "Push It․"

Awards

  • 2012SLFCA Award-Best Music: winner
  • 2017Grammy-Best Song Written for Visual Media: nominated