Rodney King
| Born | April 2, 1965 |
| Hometown | Sacramento, California, United States |
| Net worth | $250 thousand |
| Height | 6'3" (1.91m) |
| Spouse | Crystal Waters, Daneta Lyles |
| Partner | Cynthia Kelley |
| Parents | Odessa King, Ronald King |
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Today in History: March 3, Rodney King beaten by Los Angeles police
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