Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys in Universal Pictures' Smokin' Aces - 2006

Biography

Born 01/25/1981

Fusing the soul influences of Nina Simone and Stevie Wonder with classical pianist training, Alicia Keys redefined R&B music for a younger generation through her soulful vocals. An exceptional singer, songwriter and pianist, Keys’ albums Songs in A Minor and The Diary of Alicia Keys...
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Awards

  • In 2009, received Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance
  • In 2008, received Grammy Award for Best R&B Song
  • In 2008, received Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance

Highlights

  • In 2008, Played one of the Boatwright sisters, opposite Queen Latifah and Sophie Okonedo in the film adaptation of “The Secret Life of Bees”
  • In 2008, Earned three Grammy nominations, two for her album As I Am and one for her collaboration with Jack White
  • In 2007, Co-starred with Scarlett Johansson as Lynette, Johansson's character Annie's best friend in “The Nanny Diaries”

Family & Companions

  • Terri Augello: mother (Irish-Italian; separated from Craig Cook, when Keys was still very young)
  • Craig Cook: father (Jamaican; separated from Terri Augello, when Keys was still very young)

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