NOTORIOUS B.I.G.
All About
NOTORIOUS B.I.G.
Behind the legendary alias Biggie Smalls, Christopher Wallace stands as a towering figure in the hip-hop world, his name etched alongside the greatest rappers of all time. His ascension to fame began with the explosive release of his debut album, Ready to Die, in 1994, instantly cementing his status as an East Coast hip-hop icon and earning him the coveted Billboard Music Award for Rap Artist of the Year in 1995.
Fun Facts & Hidden Details
Tragically, the rapper’s life was cut short in a hail of bullets in Los Angeles in 1997. The subsequent investigation into his murder garnered significant attention, yet ultimately fizzled out, leaving the case unsolved. A testament to his enduring legacy, his final album, Life After Death, dropped just days after his death, on March 25, 1997, and earned a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album, solidifying his place in hip-hop history.
Family Life, Relationships & Personal Life
The late The Notorious B.I.G. left behind a small family. He was a devoted father to his two children, T’yanna and Christopher, and was also married to the talented singer Faith Evans from 1994 to 1997.
Early Life Before Fame
At the tender age of twelve, he embarked on a path of illicit activities, eventually abandoning his education to pursue a life of crime. His involvement in the trade escalated, and he was subsequently apprehended for peddling crack cocaine and found to be in possession of firearms without proper authorization.
Career and Collabs
Tupac Shakur and the legendary Biggie Smalls were the iconic figures of the 1990s rap scene, each embodying the essence of their respective regions – Tupac for the West Coast and Biggie for the East Coast.
