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Facts
| Also Known As | Jay-Z • Jay Z • Shawn Corey Carter |
|---|---|
| Born | December 4, 1970 (age 54) • New York City • New York |
| Awards And Honors | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum (2021) • Grammy Award (2014) • Grammy Award (2014) • Grammy Award (2013) • Grammy Award (2013) • Grammy Award (2012) • Grammy Award (2012) • Grammy Award (2012) • Grammy Award (2011) • Grammy Award (2010) • Grammy Award (2010) • Grammy Award (2010) • Grammy Award (2009) • Grammy Award (2009) • Grammy Award (2009) • Grammy Award (2008) • Grammy Award (2007) • Grammy Award (2005) • Grammy Award (2004) • Grammy Award (2003) • Grammy Award (2003) • Grammy Award (1998) |
| Notable Works | “4:44” • “Magna Carta Holy Grail” • “Reasonable Doubt” |
| Notable Family Members | spouse Beyoncé |
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