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Ice-T          

Cultural Icon, Author, Rapper, Record Producer & Actor Known for "Law & Order: SVU"

Ice-T not only invented gangster rap, he has lived it. Ice-T is the original embodiment of LA Hip-Hop and a cultural icon. Through his music, his multiple books, and his lecture tours of America’s prisons, high schools, libraries, and colleges (including Harvard, Princeton, and Stanford), Ice-T has become a cultural icon and an influential spokesman for America’s youth, regardless of color.

Born an only child in New Jersey, Ice learned the art of survival pretty fast. Both his parents passed before he was 11, resulting in him being shipped to Los Angeles to live with an alcoholic aunt. Ice struck out on his own at 16 and soon became involved in crime while navigating the LA gangs scene, then joining the Army.

His first break in entertainment came when the producers of the film "Breakin’" asked him to rap in the movie. He went on to become rap music’s original gangster, writing songs like “Six in the Mornin” and “New Jack Hustler.”

Ice-T subsequently formed the thrash metal band Body Count with high school friend and guitarist Ernie C. Body Count’s 1991 self-titled debut contained the controversial single “Cop Killer.” In 2018, Body Count released the LP Bloodlust, which garnered a 2018 Grammy nomination for the song “Black Hoodie.” In 2020, Ice released a new Body Count album entitled Carnivore, which won a Grammy for the song “Bum Rush.”

As his politics were grabbing headlines, Ice-T’s film and television career took off. He played small parts in "Breakin'" and its sequels before his major role debut, starring as police detective Scotty Appleton in "New Jack City." He also secured roles in "Ricochet," "Trespass," and "Johnny Mnemonic," all while building a flourishing television career. In 2012, Ice’s directorial debut, "Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap," premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Later that same year, he produced the documentary "Iceberg Slim: Portrait of a Pimp," which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Ice stars as NYPD Detective Odafin Tutuolain in NBC’s "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," the longest-running TV drama in television history in which he has acted in every season. He also serves as the host and executive producer of "The Mediator," a syndicated legal show on FOX. A reality television show titled "Ice Loves Coco" ran for three seasons on E!, featuring the home life of he and his wife Coco Austin. In 2018, Ice began hosting the true crime documentary "In Ice Cold Blood" on the Oxygen cable channel, which ran for three seasons.

As an author, Ice has released four books: "The Ice Opinion," "Ice: A Memoir of Gangster Life and Redemption-from South Central to Hollywood," "Split Decision," and a fictional tale entitled "Kings of Vice."

Speech Topics


Suggested Speaking Topics for Ice-T

These potential topics highlight Ice-T's diverse career and personal experiences, making him a versatile speaker for various audiences.

The Evolution of Hip-Hop and Gangster Rap — Ice-T can discuss his role in shaping the early days of hip-hop and gangster rap, and how the genre has evolved over the decades.

Overcoming Adversity: From the Streets to Stardom — Drawing from his personal experiences growing up in challenging environments, Ice-T can inspire audiences with his story of resilience and success.

Creative Expression and Controversy in Art —Discussing his experiences with songs like "Cop Killer" and other controversial moments in his career, Ice-T can explore the balance between free expression and public responsibility.

The Impact of Hip-Hop on Youth and Society — As an influential voice in music, Ice-T can explore the social and cultural impact of hip-hop on American youth, race relations, and social movements.

Crime and Justice: Perspectives from an Actor and an Artist — Drawing on his role in "Law & Order: SVU" and his own experiences, Ice-T can provide unique commentary on the depiction of crime in entertainment and its real-world implications.

Entrepreneurship in Entertainment: Building a Brand Beyond Music — Ice-T can discuss the business side of the entertainment industry, focusing on building a brand, managing multiple ventures, and the importance of diversifying income streams.

News


Ice-T and Coco Announce Their Baby's Sex, Name and More ...
After excitingly announcing that they're expecting, Ice-T and Coco Austin revealed Monday morning on their talk show, Ice & Coco, that they're having a baby girl ...

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