Quick Info
| Profession | Rapper, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/12/1969 |
| Age | 56 years |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Latest News about Jay-Z
Jay-Z's accuser formally withdrew a rape allegation in September 2026 after previously accusing him in a high-profile civil case. The development followed earlier legal filings in which Jay-Z denied the claims and challenged the lawsuit.
Jay-Z spoke publicly in a rare interview about the emotional impact of the legal battle that had surrounded him in the prior year. The remarks came after the 2025 lawsuit against him was dismissed and media attention continued around the case and his response to it.
A widely covered sexual assault lawsuit involving Jay-Z and Sean Combs was dismissed in 2025. The case attracted major attention because of the seriousness of the allegations and the prominence of the defendants.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Shawn Corey Carter |
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| Known As | Jay-Z |
| Notable For | One of the most influential hip-hop artists and entrepreneurs; founder of Roc Nation |
| Also Known As | Hov, Hova, Jigga, Jazzy |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 2 in |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Religion | Christian |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Beyoncé |
| Marriage Year | 2008 |
| Marriage Date | 04/04/2008 |
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Relationships & More
| Spouse | Beyoncé |
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Family
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Career
| Debut Album | Reasonable Doubt |
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| Debut Album Year | 1996 |
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| Net Worth | $2.5 billion |
Favourites
| Food | Italian cuisine |
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| Actor | Robert De Niro |
| Singer | Michael Jackson |
| Sport | Basketball |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Appeared on Yo! MTV Raps in 1989. | |
| 2. Helped build several business ventures beyond music. | |
| 3. Has been recognized as one of hip-hop's most influential figures. | |
| 4. Born Shawn Corey Carter on 04/12/1969. | |
| 5. Was named the greatest rapper of all time by Billboard and Vibe in 2023. | |
| 6. His nickname evolved from 'Jazzy' to 'Jay-Z'. | |
| 7. Received a boom box from his mother on his 12th birthday, sparking his interest in music. | |
| 8. Albums Reasonable Doubt, The Blueprint, and The Black Album featured on Rolling Stone's 500 greatest albums list. | |
| 9. Grew up listening to soul artists like Marvin Gaye, influencing his early music. |
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