Queen Latifah, born on March 18, 1970, in Newark, New Jersey, is an acclaimed American actress, singer, and producer. She began her career in the entertainment industry as a rapper before transitioning to acting, where she garnered significant recognition for her diverse roles. Queen Latifah is known for her performances in notable films such as "Ice Age: The Meltdown" and "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs," where she lent her voice to the character Ellie, showcasing her talent in animated features. Additionally, she starred in the film "Hustle," further solidifying her status as a versatile actress in both comedy and drama genres. Throughout her career, she has received numerous accolades and continues to be a prominent figure in the industry, celebrated for her contributions to film and music.
Personal Info
Profession
Actress
Gender
Female
Birthday
March 18, 1970
(56 years old)
Place of Birth
Newark, New Jersey, USA
Popularity
2.3
Available Movies
10 released
Queen Latifah
Actress
56 years old
Newark, New Jersey, USA
5
Awards & Nominations
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Wins
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Nominations
Oscars
1 nom.
Complete Award Details 2 Major
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Wins
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Nominations
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6 nom.
SAG
2
0 nom.
Oscar
1 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a C... Chicago | |
| 2003 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress Chicago | |
| 2011 | New Jersey Hall of Fame | |
| 2008 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Television Mo... Life Support | |
| 2008 | Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a F... Life Support | |
| 2007 | Women Film Critics Circle Awards | |
| 2007 | Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Cast Hairspray | |
| 2007 | Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album | |
| 2004 | Women Film Critics Circle Awards | |
| 2004 | Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album | |
| 2003 | Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress β Comedy Bringing Down the House | |
| 2003 | BET Award for Best Actor & Actress Bringing Down the House | |
| 2003 | Grammy Award for Best Female Rap Solo Performance | |
| 2002 | Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Cast Chicago | |
| 1995 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance U.N.I.T.Y. | |
| 1995 | Soul Train Music Award for Sammy Davis, Jr. β Entertainer of... | |
| 1994 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance | |
| 1992 | Candace Award | |
| 1992 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance | |
| 1991 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance | |
| 1990 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance | |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2003 | Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a C... Chicago |
| 2011 | New Jersey Hall of Fame |
| 2008 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Television Mo... Life Support |
| 2008 | Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a F... Life Support |
| 2007 | Women Film Critics Circle Awards |
| 2007 | Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Cast Hairspray |
| 2004 | Women Film Critics Circle Awards |
| 2003 | Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress β Comedy Bringing Down the House |
| 2003 | BET Award for Best Actor & Actress Bringing Down the House |
| 2002 | Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Cast Chicago |
| 1995 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance U.N.I.T.Y. |
| 1995 | Soul Train Music Award for Sammy Davis, Jr. β Entertainer of... |
| 1994 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance |
| 1992 | Candace Award |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2003 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress Chicago |
| 2007 | Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album |
| 2004 | Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album |
| 2003 | Grammy Award for Best Female Rap Solo Performance |
| 1992 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance |
| 1991 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance |
| 1990 | Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance |
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | SAG Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role | Chicago | Winner |
| 2003 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actress | Chicago | Nominated |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | SAG Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role | Chicago |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actress | Chicago |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Queen Latifah
Queen Latifah was born on 18 March 1970 in Newark, New Jersey, USA . Currently, Queen Latifah is 56 years old. Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 10 films with Queen Latifah available. Among Queen Latifah's most popular films: Stranger Than Fiction, Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, Ice Age: The Meltdown, Ice Age: Continental Drift, 22 Jump Street.
Best Known Films of Queen Latifah
Career Statistics - Queen Latifah
10
Total Credits
32
Years Active
1991 - 2022
6.9
Avg. Movie Rating
2.3
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
10 films
Top Genres
Comedy (8)
Drama (6)
Crime (3)
Adventure (3)
Family (3)
Frequent Co-Stars of Queen Latifah
Best Movies with Queen Latifah
A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.
Queen Latifah has 10 films released between 1991 and 2022.
