Tyrese Gibson

Birth Name:

Tyrese Darnell Gibson

Birth Place:

Watts, Los Angeles, California, United States

Profession

Actor, Soundtrack, Producer

Founded the 2000 Watts Foundation in an effort to help inner-city children in his hometown
In 2011, he recieved the African-American Literary Award for best writer for his book "How to Get Out of Your Own Way․"
Received the 2015 Triumph Award for entertainer of the year
After being discovered on a bus, he got his big break when he was cast in a Coca-Cola commercial
Attended Florida A&M University
Modeled for Guess and Tommy Hilfiger before starting his music career
Best known for his role in the "Fast and Furious" franchise
Frequently collaborates with director John Singleton on various film projects
Was chosen to take over for rapper Tupac Shakur in the lead role in "Baby Boy․"

2001Special MentionWinner
2002Black Reel - Theatrical - Best Actor:Nominated
2002Black Reel - Best Song:Nominated
2002Image Award - Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture:Nominated
2002Image Award - Outstanding Performance in a Variety Series/Special:Nominated
2006Black Movie Award - Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role:Nominated
2012Razzie Award - Worst Ensemble:Nominated
2014Hollywood Award - Best Ensemble Cast:Nominated
2014Hollywood Award - Best Ensemble Cast:Nominated
2015Teen Choice Award - Choice Movie: Chemistry:Nominated

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