E-40
Earl T. Stevens, better known by his stage name E-40, is a legendary rapper, entrepreneur, and actor from Vallejo, California. With over 30 years of experience in the music industry, E-40 has made a name for himself with his distinctive flow, witty wordplay, and unique style.
E-40 first gained recognition in the early 1990s as a member of the hip-hop group The Click, before going solo and releasing his debut album “Federal” in 1993. Since then, he has released over 30 studio albums, collaborated with a wide range of artists, and earned numerous accolades, including a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for his collaboration with Lil Jon on the song “Snap Yo Fingers.”
One of E-40’s breakout roles came in 1996 when he appeared in the film “Original Gangstas” alongside other hip-hop legends such as Ice-T, Snoop Dogg, and Dr. Dre. He has also made appearances in several other films and television shows, including “Three Kings,” “The Jamie Foxx Show,” and “Martin.”
E-40 is also a successful entrepreneur, with ventures including his own line of wine, Earl Stevens Selections, and a partnership with Liqueurs de France to produce his own brand of cognac, E40.
Throughout his career, E-40 has collaborated with a variety of artists from different genres, including Snoop Dogg, T-Pain, Akon, and Chris Brown. He has also worked with several high-profile celebrities, such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Lil Wayne.