Dante Smith

Biography

Born 12/11/1973

The name "Mos Def" derived from this musician/actor's favorite phrase; when people would ask him to hang out, the answer was invariably "most definitely!" Regarded as one of hip-hop's most introspective and insightful artists, Mos Def has shaped a career that transcends music genres and artisitc...
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Highlights

  • In 2008, Portrayed Chuck Berry in the musical biopic "Cadillac Records"
  • In 2006, Co-starred with Bruce Willis in "16 Blocks," a real time action thriller directed by Richard Donner
  • In 2005, Starred in the HBO original movie "Lackawanna Blues" based on Ruben Santiago-Hudson autobiographical one man show

Family & Companions

  • Beyonce Knowles: performed with the group Destiny's Child; July 2002 Beyonce stated that she did not have a boyfriend.
  • Maria Yepes: wife (Married from 1996-2006; have two daughters together)

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