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The Notorious B.I.G.

Actor

The Notorious B.I.G.

  • Born: 21 May 1972, Brooklyn, New York, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

The Notorious B.I.G., also known as Biggie Smalls, was a prominent American rapper and actor known for his smooth flow and storytelling ability. He gained fame with albums like 'Ready to Die' and 'Life After Death'. His career was marked by his influence on…

About The Notorious B.I.G.

The Notorious B.I.G., also known as Biggie Smalls, was a prominent American rapper and actor known for his smooth flow and storytelling ability. He gained fame with albums like 'Ready to Die' and 'Life After Death'. His career was marked by his influence on the East Coast hip-hop scene and his tragic death in 1997, which solidified his legacy as a hip-hop icon.

Born
21 May 1972, Brooklyn, New York, USA
Died
9 March 1997
Known for
Acting
Height
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Spouses
Faith Evans (1994-1997)
Children
2 (T’yanna Wallace, Christopher Wallace Jr.)
Parents
Voletta Wallace, George Latore
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about The Notorious B.I.G.

  • The Notorious B.I.G. was born Christopher George Latore Wallace.
  • He was a talented freestyler and often improvised lyrics during performances.

Famous The Notorious B.I.G. quotes

“It was all a dream.”
Notorious (2009)
“I don't know what they want from me. It's like the more money we come across, the more problems we see.”
Notorious (2009)
“Stay far from timid. Only make moves when your heart's in it.”
The Notorious B.I.G.: Bigger Than Life (2007)

The Notorious B.I.G. filmography

Cast (36)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2025Sean Combs: The Reckoning TVSelf (archive footage)7.3
2024It Was All a Dream MovieUnknown character
2024TMZ Presents: The Downfall of Diddy MovieSelf (archive footage)5.1
2024Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told MovieSelf (archive footage)6.4
2022Who Killed Biggie and Tupac? MovieSelf (archive footage)
2021You're Watching Video Music Box MovieSelf (archive footage)6.4
2021Last Man Standing: Suge Knight and the Murders of Biggie and Tupac MovieSelf (archive footage)6.7
2021Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell MovieSelf (archive footage)7.1
2018Shut Up and Dribble TVSelf (archive footage)1.0
2018RBG MovieSelf7.5
Show 26 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2017Biggie: The Life of Notorious B.I.G. MovieHimself (archive footage)6.5
2017The Defiant Ones TVSelf (archive footage)7.8
2016Buzzfeed Unsolved: True Crime TVSelf (archive footage)8.2
2015Murder Rap: Inside the Biggie and Tupac Murders MovieHimself (Archive Footage)7.1
2014Hip Hop Don't Stop MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2012Yo! The Story of ‘Yo! MTV Raps’ MovieSelf (archive footage)5.0
2009Mistarello Presents: Hard Body Blends Volume 4 MovieSelf (archive footage)5.8
2009DJ Cinema Presents: Masterpiece Theater Blend Dvd MovieSelf (archive footage)6.6
2009DJ SWB Volume 6 | This Is How We Do MovieSelf7.0
2007Notorious B.I.G.: Bigger Than Life MovieSelf (archive footage)6.2
2004Ice Cube: The Making of a Don MovieSelf4.5
2003Tupac: Resurrection MovieSelf (archival)7.9
2003Beef MovieSelf (archive footage)7.1
2002Tupac Shakur: Thug Angel MovieSelf (archive footage)8.2
2002It's Black Entertainment MovieSelf (archive footage)8.7
2002Biggie & Tupac MovieHimself (archive footage)6.4
2002Hype Williams: The Videos Vol. 1 MovieUnknown character6.0
2000Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme MovieUnknown character6.9
1997Classic Albums TVSelf (archive footage)7.7
1997Rhyme & Reason MovieSelf7.2
1995The Show MovieSelf7.2
1994New York Undercover TVThe Notorious B.I.G.7.3
1992Martin TVThe Notorious B.I.G.7.5
1988Yo! MTV Raps TVSelf7.5
TBAR.I.P. Shades of Hip Hop MovieUnknown character
TBANotorious B.I.G - B.I.G. Forever: Red Eye Vol. 2 MovieUnknown character

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Questions about The Notorious B.I.G.

What are The Notorious B.I.G.'s most successful albums?

The Notorious B.I.G.'s most successful albums include 'Ready to Die' and 'Life After Death', both of which are considered classics in hip-hop.

Did The Notorious B.I.G. win any awards?

Yes, The Notorious B.I.G. won several awards posthumously, including multiple Grammy Awards, highlighting his impact on music.

What was The Notorious B.I.G.'s first album?

The Notorious B.I.G.'s first album was 'Ready to Die', released in 1994, which established him as a leading figure in hip-hop.

What legacy did The Notorious B.I.G. leave behind?

The Notorious B.I.G. left a lasting legacy as one of the greatest rappers of all time, influencing countless artists and shaping hip-hop culture.

What was The Notorious B.I.G.'s role in the East Coast-West Coast hip-hop rivalry?

The Notorious B.I.G. played a central role in the East Coast-West Coast hip-hop rivalry, which significantly impacted the music industry during the 1990s.

How did The Notorious B.I.G. die?

The Notorious B.I.G. was tragically murdered in a drive-by shooting on 9 March 1997 in Los Angeles, California.

What is The Notorious B.I.G.'s estimated net worth?

The Notorious B.I.G.'s estimated net worth at the time of his death was around $10 million, with significant posthumous earnings from his music.

What films has The Notorious B.I.G. appeared in?

The Notorious B.I.G. appeared in films such as 'Notorious' and had a significant presence in documentaries about hip-hop culture.