Eminem

AKA:
Marshall Mathers
Nationality:
American
Birthdate:
10/17/1972
Birthplace:
St Joseph, Missouri
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biography
Who would have thought that a blonde haired, blue-eyed white boy from Kansas City would become one of the most influential contemporary rappers? Eminem entered the rap game against all odds and immediately changed the stereotypical description of a successful rapper.

Born Marshall Mathers, Eminem came from very humble beginnings. Raised by a single mother, young Marshall's formative years were unsteady and restless. After relocating to countless trailer homes, the Mathers settled on the east side of Detroit where Marshall spent most of his time reading comics and watching television. In the mid Continued

Credits
Jimmy Smith, Jr
2002
milestones
Year
Milestone
1986 
Began performing at the age of 14 as a member of the Motor City Duo Soul Intent
1996 
Solo debut with independent release "Infinite"
1997 
Released "Slim Shady EP"
1997 
Competed in the "Wake Up Show" freestyle competition
1997 
Took second place at the rap Olympics in Los Angeles
1997 
Signed by Dr. Dre/Aftermath
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