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Tupac Shakur

Actor

Tupac Shakur

  • Born: 16 June 1971, East Harlem, New York City, New York, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $200,000

Tupac Shakur was a renowned American rapper and actor known for his profound impact on hip-hop culture and his roles in films like 'Juice' and 'Poetic Justice.' His career was marked by both critical acclaim and controversy, earning him a reputation as a bold…

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About Tupac Shakur

Tupac Shakur was a renowned American rapper and actor known for his profound impact on hip-hop culture and his roles in films like 'Juice' and 'Poetic Justice.' His career was marked by both critical acclaim and controversy, earning him a reputation as a bold and outspoken artist. Tupac's distinct voice and passionate delivery set him apart in the industry.

Born
16 June 1971, East Harlem, New York City, New York, USA
Died
13 September 1996
Known for
Acting
Height
5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Children
1, Sekyiwa Shakur
Parents
Afeni Shakur, Billy Garland
Estimated net worth
$200,000

Fun facts about Tupac Shakur

  • Tupac was also a talented poet and published a collection of his poetry titled 'The Rose That Grew from Concrete.'
  • He was known for his activism and often spoke out about social issues affecting the African American community.

Famous Tupac Shakur quotes

“I ain't mad at ya.”
Above the Rim, 1994
“The only thing that comes to a sleeping man is dreams.”
Juice, 1992
“It's time for us as a people to start making some changes.”
Tupac: Resurrection, 2003

Tupac Shakur filmography

Cast (62)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2025Sean Combs: The Reckoning TVSelf (archive footage)7.3
2024Diddy: Summit to Plummet MovieSelf (archive)4.0
2023Dear Mama TVSelf (archive footage)8.6
2023Fame Kills - Tupac MovieUnknown character5.0
2022Who Killed Biggie and Tupac? MovieSelf (archive footage)
2022Hyperfate MovieSelf (archive footage)5.0
2021You're Watching Video Music Box MovieSelf (archive footage)6.4
2021The Life and Death of Tupac Shakur MovieHimself (Archive Footage)
2021Last Man Standing: Suge Knight and the Murders of Biggie and Tupac MovieSelf (archive footage)6.7
2021A Life in Ten Pictures TVSelf (archive footage)8.3
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YearTitleCharacterRating
2021Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell MovieSelf - Hip-Hop Artist (archive footage)7.1
2018American Dream/American Knightmare MovieSelf (archive footage)6.8
2018Shut Up and Dribble TVSelf (archive footage)1.0
2017Who Killed Tupac? MovieSelf (archive footage)8.0
2017Who Killed Tupac? TVHimself (archive footage)3.0
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
2011Tupac Uncensored and Uncut: The Lost Prison Tapes Moviehimself6.9
2010One Night in Vegas MovieSelf (archive footage)6.3
2009DJ Cinema Presents: Masterpiece Theater Blend Dvd MovieSelf (archive footage)6.6
2009Tupac Assassination II: Reckoning MovieHimself7.8
2009Tupac Assassination Conspiracy Or Revenge MovieHimself6.4
2006Tupac - Complete Live Performances MovieUnknown character
2006Tupac: So Many Years, So Many Tears Movie2Pac
2005Tupac: Live at the House of Blues MovieSelf7.8
2004And You Don't Stop: 30 Years of Hip-Hop TVSelf (archive footage)
2004Tupac Vs. MovieSelf (Archived Footage)5.7
2004Ice Cube: The Making of a Don MovieSelf4.5
2003Tupac: Resurrection MovieHimself (archive footage)7.9
2003Beef MovieSelf (archive footage)7.1
2002Tupac Shakur: Thug Angel MovieSelf (archive footage)8.2
2002Biggie & Tupac Moviehimself6.4
2001Welcome to Death Row MovieSelf (archive footage)7.7
2001Tupac Shakur: Before I Wake MovieHimself (Archive Footage)7.3
2000Death Row Uncut MovieSelf (archive footage)6.2
2000Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme MovieUnknown character6.9
1999Snoop Doggy Dogg: Smokefest 1996 Tour Video MovieSelf
1997Gang Related MovieDetective Rodriguez6.4
1997Gridlock'd MovieSpoon6.6
1997Tupac Shakur: Thug Immortal MovieSelf4.5
19962 of Amerikaz Most Wanted MovieUnknown character10.0
1996Saturday Night Special TVUnknown character7.5
1996Bullet MovieTank6.2
1995Tupac: Live at Club 662 MovieSelf8.2
1995Tupac Shakur: Clinton Correctional Facility Prison Interview MovieHimself10.0
1995So Many Tears MovieUnknown character10.0
1994Above the Rim MovieBirdie7.1
1993Poetic Justice MovieLucky6.7
1993I Get Around MovieUnknown character10.0
1992Juice MovieRoland Bishop7.2
1991Nothing but Trouble MovieDigital Underground Member5.3
1990In Living Color TVUnknown character7.6
1988Yo! MTV Raps TVSelf7.5
1987A Different World TVPiccolo7.2
1975Saturday Night Live TVSelf - Musical Guest6.9
TBAHopelessly in Love: Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes and Andre Rison MovieSelf (archive footage)
TBAR.I.P. Shades of Hip Hop MovieUnknown character
TBAHorrifying Hollywood Murders MovieSelf (archive footage)
TBAUntitled Tupac Shakur Documentary MovieHimself (archive footage)7.0

Crew (4)

YearTitleRoleRating
2026S*XCAMO: The Story Behind the Show MovieMusic · Sound
19962 of Amerikaz Most Wanted MovieMusic · Sound10.0
1995So Many Tears MovieMusic · Sound10.0
1993I Get Around MovieMusic · Sound10.0

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Questions about Tupac Shakur

What are Tupac Shakur's most famous films?

Tupac Shakur is best known for his roles in films such as 'Juice,' 'Poetic Justice,' and 'Above the Rim.' His performances left a lasting impression and showcased his acting talent.

Did Tupac Shakur win any awards?

Tupac received several posthumous awards, including American Music Awards and Billboard Music Awards. He was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017.

What was Tupac's first film?

Tupac's film debut was in the 1991 film 'Nothing But Trouble,' where he had a small role. His breakthrough role came with 'Juice' in 1992.

What is Tupac's estimated net worth?

Tupac Shakur's estimated net worth at the time of his death was around $200,000, though his estate has earned significantly more since then due to posthumous releases.

How many children did Tupac have?

Tupac Shakur had one child, a daughter named Sekyiwa Shakur, who was born in 1995, after his death.

What was Tupac's contribution to music?

Tupac Shakur is regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time, known for his powerful lyrics addressing social issues, personal struggles, and life experiences.

What was Tupac's upbringing like?

Tupac grew up in a turbulent environment, with a mother who was a member of the Black Panthers. His early experiences greatly influenced his music and activism.

What legacy did Tupac leave behind?

Tupac's legacy includes his influential music, which continues to inspire artists today, and his impact on discussions regarding social justice and inequality.