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Kendrick Lamar

Actor

Kendrick Lamar

  • Born: 17 June 1987, Compton, California, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $75 million

Kendrick Lamar is a renowned hip-hop artist and cultural icon known for his thought-provoking lyrics and innovative sound. His albums, such as 'To Pimp a Butterfly' and 'DAMN.', have received critical acclaim and numerous awards. Lamar's unique voice and…

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About Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar is a renowned hip-hop artist and cultural icon known for his thought-provoking lyrics and innovative sound. His albums, such as 'To Pimp a Butterfly' and 'DAMN.', have received critical acclaim and numerous awards. Lamar's unique voice and storytelling ability have established him as a leading figure in contemporary music.

Born
17 June 1987, Compton, California, USA
Height
5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
Spouses
Whitney Alford (2015-present)
Children
2 children, names not publicly disclosed
Parents
Ducky Thornton, Paula Whaley
Estimated net worth
$75 million

Fun facts about Kendrick Lamar

  • Kendrick Lamar was the first hip-hop artist to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2018.
  • He was born and raised in Compton, California, which heavily influences his music and lyrics.

Famous Kendrick Lamar quotes

“We gon' be alright”
N/A, 2015
“If I gotta choose between the two, I’m gonna choose the one that’s gonna give me life.”
N/A, 2017
“I’m the greatest rapper alive.”
N/A, 2012

Kendrick Lamar filmography

Cast (37)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026ASAP Rocky - The Assault in Stockholm MovieSelf (archive footage)
2025Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show MovieSelf - Performer4.5
2025Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music MovieSelf (archive footage)7.7
2024Piece by Piece MovieKendrick Lamar (voice)7.1
2024The Pop Out: Ken & Friends MovieSelf8.5
2024Tale of the Tape MovieSelf (archive footage)7.0
2023Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé MovieSelf7.8
2022THE SHOW: California Love MovieSelf6.7
2022Kendrick Lamar Live: The Big Steppers Tour MovieSelf7.2
2022We Cry Together MovieSelf6.2
Show 27 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2022The Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show Starring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent MovieSelf - Performer
20212021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony MovieSelf4.0
2020LA Originals MovieSelf6.8
2019Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America TVSelf7.5
2019Blue Note Records: Beyond the Notes MovieSelf (voice)6.7
2018Shut Up and Dribble TVSelf - Musician1.0
2018Quincy MovieSelf7.3
2017The Defiant Ones TVSelf7.8
2016Lemonade MovieSelf (voice) (uncredited)8.4
2015God Is Gangsta MovieKendrick Lamar8.0
2015The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TVSelf - Musical Guest6.1
2014Lennon or McCartney MovieSelf5.3
2014m.A.A.d MovieSelf7.1
2014Power TVLaces7.7
2014The Hip-Hop Fellow MovieSelf
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf5.8
2013Kendrick Lamar - Live in London MovieSelf
2013The Arsenio Hall Show TVSelf5.7
2007Radio 1 at Reading and Leeds Festival TVSelf
2005The Colbert Report TVSelf - Musical Guest7.0
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - Musical Guest5.3
1997Glastonbury TVSelf
1984MTV Video Music Awards TVSelf7.8
1975Saturday Night Live TVSelf - Musical Guest6.9
1974American Music Awards TVSelf - Musical Guest8.2
1959The Grammys TVSelf8.6
TBAWhitney Springs MovieUnknown character

Crew (24)

YearTitleRoleRating
2026Gassed Up MovieMusician · Sound
2026Death of a Lion MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound
2026Ca$ino Album Listening MovieExecutive Producer · Production10.0
2025Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show MovieMusic Director · Sound4.5
2024The Pop Out: Ken & Friends MovieExecutive Producer · Production8.5
Show 19 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2024The Pop Out: Ken & Friends MovieMusic · Sound8.5
2024The Pop Out: Ken & Friends MovieCreative Director · Art8.5
2023The Melodic Blue: Baby Keem MovieWriter · Writing4.6
2023The Melodic Blue: Baby Keem MovieExecutive Producer · Production4.6
2022Kendrick Lamar Live: The Big Steppers Tour MovieExecutive Producer · Production7.2
2022Kendrick Lamar Live: The Big Steppers Tour MovieSongs · Sound7.2
2022Kendrick Lamar Live: The Big Steppers Tour MovieCreative Director · Art7.2
2022We Cry Together MovieDirector · Directing6.2
2022We Cry Together MovieMusic · Sound6.2
2022We Cry Together MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.2
2018Black Panther MovieMusic Producer · Sound7.4
2018Black Panther MovieMusic · Sound7.4
2018Black Panther MovieSongs · Sound7.4
2015God Is Gangsta MovieMusic · Sound8.0
2014m.A.A.d MovieSongs · Sound7.1
2014The Amazing Spider-Man 2 MovieSongs · Sound6.6
2014Divergent MovieSongs · Sound6.9
TBAWhitney Springs MovieProducer · Production
TBANeither mime, nor reason MovieMusic · Sound

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Questions about Kendrick Lamar

What are some of Kendrick Lamar's career highlights?

Kendrick Lamar's career highlights include multiple Grammy Awards, his Pulitzer Prize win, and critically acclaimed albums like 'To Pimp a Butterfly' and 'DAMN.'. He is regarded as one of the most influential artists of his generation.

Has Kendrick Lamar won any major awards?

Yes, Kendrick Lamar has won 14 Grammy Awards, including Best Rap Album and Best Music Video. His album 'DAMN.' also won the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2018.

What was Kendrick Lamar's first significant project?

Kendrick Lamar's first significant project was his 2011 album 'Section.80', which gained widespread attention and laid the groundwork for his future success.

Which Kendrick Lamar albums are considered his most successful?

'To Pimp a Butterfly', 'DAMN.', and 'good kid, m.A.A.d city' are considered Kendrick Lamar's most successful albums, both critically and commercially.

What is known about Kendrick Lamar's personal life?

Kendrick Lamar is known to keep his personal life private. He is engaged to Whitney Alford, and they have two children together.

What is Kendrick Lamar's estimated net worth?

Kendrick Lamar's estimated net worth is approximately $75 million, largely attributed to his music sales, tours, and endorsements.

What milestones has Kendrick Lamar achieved in his filmography?

Kendrick Lamar has contributed to film soundtracks, including 'Black Panther', and has appeared in documentaries such as 'Kendrick Lamar: The Art of Peer Pressure'.

How has Kendrick Lamar influenced hip-hop culture?

Kendrick Lamar has influenced hip-hop culture through his introspective lyrics, social commentary, and innovative music style, inspiring a new generation of artists.