Lauryn Hill - Age, Bio, Birthday, Family, Net Worth

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About

Lauryn Hill is an American singer, songwriter, and rapper who emerged as a member of The Fugees in the 1990s. Her powerful solo debut album, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, won numerous awards such as five Grammys and an MTV Music Video Award. She has been credited for introducing authentic soul and hip-hop to a wider audience.

Lauryn Hill Timeline

1975

Lauryn Hill is Born

On May 26, 1975, Lauryn Hill was born in South Orange, New Jersey.

1992

Lauryn Hill Joins The Fugees

Hill joins the hip hop group The Fugees, alongside Wyclef Jean and Pras Michel.

1996

The Fugees Release their 2nd Album

The Fugees release their second album The Score, which goes on to be certified six times platinum.

1998

Solo Album Debuts at No.1

Hill's debut solo album 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' debuts at number one on the Billboard 200.

1999

Grammy Awards Sweep

Hill wins five Grammy awards in one night, becoming the first woman to do so in one night.

2004

MTV Unplugged No.2.0

Hill releases the live acoustic album MTV Unplugged No.2.0, which includes covers and new songs.

2016

First Solo Tour in Over a Decade

Hill embarks on her first solo tour in over a decade, spanning twenty dates across North America.

5 Interesting Facts about Lauryn Hill

1. Lauryn Hill is the only female solo artist to win 5 Grammy Awards in one night

Lauryn Hill swept the 1999 Grammy Awards, becoming the only female solo artist in history to win five awards in one night.

2. Lauryn Hill was an Actress as well as a Singer

Lauryn Hill made her acting debut in the 1992 movie Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. She also starred in several other films including As the World Turns and King of the Hill.

3. Lauryn Hill was a Member of the Fugees

Before launching her solo career, Lauryn Hill was part of the hip hop trio The Fugees, which had hits such as "Killing Me Softly" and "Ready or Not".

4. Lauryn Hill has 6 Children

Lauryn Hill has six children with Rohan Marley, son of the late Bob Marley. Her children’s names are Zion, Selah, Joshua, John, Sarah and Micah.

5. Lauryn Hill is a Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

Lauryn Hill is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., a prestigious African American sorority founded in 1908.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Lauryn Hill birthday?

Lauryn Hill, an American singer, songwriter, and rapper, was born on May 26, 1975 and is currently 48 years old. She rose to international fame in the late 1990s with The Fugees and her critically acclaimed solo debut album 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill', which won numerous Grammy Awards and is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time.