Rapper

Vanilla Ice

Robert Matthew Van Winkle, known professionally as Vanilla Ice, is an American rapper, actor, and television host.

Vanilla Ice
Full Name
Robert Matthew Van Winkle
Age
57
Birth Date
October 31, 1967
Zodiac
Scorpio
Born
United States
Height
6′ 0″

Popularity

Fame Level
% of people who know them
93%
Liked by
44%
Neutral
31%
Disliked by
25%

About

Vanilla Ice is an American rapper, actor, and television host. He rose to prominence after the release of his single "Ice Ice Baby" which became a worldwide hit in 1990. He has since gone on to release several albums and star in multiple films.

Vanilla Ice Timeline

1968
Vanilla Ice is Born
On October 31, 1968, Robert Van Winkle was born in Dallas, Texas.
1989
Releases "Ice Ice Baby"
Vanilla Ice releases his most iconic hit, “Ice Ice Baby.” The song becomes the first hip hop single to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
1990
Awards and Record Deal
At the 1991 American Music Awards, Vanilla Ice wins Favorite Rap/Hip Hop Artist and Favorite Pop/Rock New Artist. He also signs a record deal with SBK Records.
1991
Movies and TV Appearances
Vanilla Ice stars in his own feature film, “Cool as Ice,” and makes an appearance in “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze.” He also appears on Saturday Night Live.
1998
Vanilla Ice Goes Country
Vanilla Ice releases his fifth studio album, “Hard to Swallow,” which features a more hard rock and country sound than his previous albums.
2011
Vanilla Ice on Dancing with the Stars
Vanilla Ice competes on the 13th season of “Dancing With The Stars.” He ends up finishing in 8th place.
2018
Vanilla Ice Joins the Cast of Sharknado 6
Vanilla Ice joins the cast of “Sharknado 6: The Last Sharknado,” playing a character named “Randy the Cowboy.”

Why We Love Vanilla Ice

A

He's Diverse

Vanilla Ice has created music in all genres, from rap, to country, to rock. His diverse sound gives his fans a variety of music to enjoy.

B

He's an Inspiration

Vanilla Ice is an inspiration for people everywhere. He has been able to succeed in the music industry despite coming from humble beginnings and overcoming many obstacles. His story shows that with hard work and dedication success is possible.

C

He's Fun

Vanilla Ice makes great music that we can all enjoy. His music has something for everyone, and it always puts a smile on your face. His fun music can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

5 Interesting Facts about Vanilla Ice

1.

Started Rapping at Age

Vanilla Ice started rapping at the age of nine and began performing at local clubs when he was 14.

2.

Worked as a Roofing Salesman

Before becoming famous, Vanilla Ice worked as a roofing salesman in Dallas, Texas.

3.

Guest Starred on Ninja Turtles

Vanilla Ice guest starred on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon in 1991, playing his own character, "Robot Vanilli".

4.

Appeared on Celebrity Big Brother

In 2010, Vanilla Ice appeared on the UK version of Celebrity Big Brother, where he finished second in the competition.

5.

Released a Country Album

In 2011, Vanilla Ice released a country music album titled "WTF - Wisdom, Tenacity & Focus".

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Vanilla Ice birthday?

Vanilla Ice, an American rapper and actor, was born on October 31, 1967, and is currently 55. He is best known for his 1990 single "Ice Ice Baby," which became the first hip-hop single to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.

What is the Net Worth of Vanilla Ice?

Vanilla Ice has an estimated net worth of $12M. He is well known as a rapper, producer, and actor and has had huge success in the music industry. His wealth comes from record sales, royalties, brand endorsements, and other business ventures.