Queen Latifah

It's impossible to quantify Queen Latifah as one sort of entertainer. The New Jersey-born actress, singer, author, and spokesperson has a long, detailed résumé that unfolds in the mid-’80s when she started out as a rapper and beat-boxer. Since then, Latifah has found no medium (or demographic) impenetrable: She's released records on Tommy Boy, Motown, and Interscope; been a spokesperson for CoverGirl; and a long list of accolades, including a Golden Globe, Grammy, two SAG awards, and an Oscar nomination. Stepping out as a vocalist once again, Latifah is currently on the road in support of her latest, 2009’s Persona, which includes collaborations with Mary J. Blige, The Neptunes, Missy Elliott, and more.

Updated 10/28/2009