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Yasiin Bey

Yasiin Bey

Actor · born 11 December 1973 · Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Yasiin Bey (/jæˈsiːn ˈbeɪ/; born Dante Terrell Smith, December 11, 1973), formerly known as Mos Def, is an American rapper, singer-songwriter, and actor.

Regarded as one of hip hop's most introspective and insightful artists, Mos Def, has shaped a career that transcends music genres and artistic medium. With the release of "Universal Magnetic" (1996), he became an underground favorite in the hip-hop world, leading to his legendary collaboration with Talib Kweli. The two formed Black Star whose debut album, Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star, would become one of the most critically acclaimed hip-hop albums. He followed with his 1999 solo debut, Black On Both Sides, which was certified gold and credited by critics as bringing hip hop back to its soapbox roots.

Where to start: Ghosts (1997).

As actor 46

TV shows 12

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Yasiin Bey movie?

By viewer score, Ghosts (1997) at 8.1/10.

What are Yasiin Bey’s most popular movies?

The Italian Job, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Begin Again.

How many movies has Yasiin Bey made?

46 films on TMDB, 46 as actor.

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