Quick Facts
Born:
1973-04-16
Birthplace:
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Credits:
35 Total Roles
Akon
Acting
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Biography
Aliaume Damala Badara Akon Thiam (born April 16, 1973),better known as Akon, is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, businessman, record producer and actor. He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of "Locked Up", the first single from his debut album Trouble.
Known For
Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
Akon
Saturday Night Live
Self - Musical Guest
Saturday Night Live
Self - Cameo (uncredited)
American Heist
Sugar
Raw
Self
Travis Scott: Look Mom I Can Fly
Self
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Self
History 101
Self (archive footage)
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop MOVIE | Self |
| 2022 | Sherri TV | Self - Guest |
| 2021 | Miracles Across 125th Street MOVIE | Himself |
| 2020 | The American King MOVIE | Sebastian |
| 2020 | History 101 TV | Self (archive footage) |
| 2019 | Travis Scott: Look Mom I Can Fly MOVIE | Self |
| 2016 | Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping MOVIE | Akon |
| 2015 | Tooken MOVIE | Himself |
| 2014 | American Heist MOVIE | Sugar |
| 2013 | SINGER TV | Self |