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Wyclef Jean

Wyclef Jean

Haitian rapper
Haiti-born rapper of gruff voice and reflective lyrics, who started with the Fugees and later made his mark as a solo artist.
BornOctober 17, 1969
HometownCroix-des-Bouquets, Caribbean
Net worth$10 million
Height5'11" (1.80m)
SpouseClaudinette Jean
ChildrenAngelina Claudinelle Jean
ParentsGesner Jean
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will.i.am talks his global impact, AI, meeting Prince and Michael Jackson, his lookalike Wyclef Jean and more

  • Around high school and under the moniker Will 1X, he made music in a group called Atban Klann, which also included his longtime friend apl.de.ap. After adding in Taboo and Fergie, the Black Eyed Peas became a global phenomenon by way of songs like “Where Is the Love?,” “Let's Get It Started,” “Boom Boom Pow” and “I Gotta Feeling.” In addition to standout projects like Elephunk and Monkey Business, the group secured chart-topping songs and albums in over a dozen countries, several Grammy Awards and a number of other feats that are etched into the history of music.

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Taylor Swift wins 9 awards, NSYNC reunites and more highlights from the 2023 MTV VMAs

USA TODAY's Ralphie Aversa recaps the 2023 MTV VMAs, including highlights from the show and red carpet interviews with Fat Joe, Wyclef Jean and more.
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