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Born on 16 June 1971 in East Harlem, Tupac Shakur was an American rapper and actor. Tupac Shakur died on 13 September 1996 at the age of 25. The recorded cause of death is drive-by shooting. He performed as part of Digital Underground (1990–1991).
Early life
His parents were Mutulu Shakur and Afeni Shakur. Schooling on record includes Baltimore School for the Arts, Tamalpais High School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School.
Career
The records list further membership in Thug Life (1993–1996) and Outlawz (1995–1996). Released between 1991 and 2010, 28 albums and 43 singles carry his name. 2Pacalypse Now (1991) is the oldest release listed, Shakurspeare (2010) the newest. He worked mainly in west coast hip-hop and gangsta rap. He has released music through Death Row Records. Dr. Dre appears in two of his listed titles, including Juice (1992) and Murder Was the Case (1994). There are 5 screen credits listed as well, such as Bullet (1996) and Poetic Justice (1993).
Recognition
Among his honours is the American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist, won in 1997. Other wins include the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2017) and the MOBO Awards for Best Video (1996) for California Love. His awards record shows 5 wins.
Personal life
Marriages on record are to Keisha Morris (1995 to 1996).
Groups and bands
- Digital Underground1990–1991
- Thug Life1993–1996
- Outlawz1995–1996
Discography
71 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | One Nation | Album |
| 2010 | Shakurspeare | Album |
| 2008 | Playa Cardz Right | Single |
| 2007 | Beginnings: The Lost Tapes 1988–1991 | Album |
| 2007 | Best of 2Pac | Album |
| 2007 | Best of 2Pac Part 2: Life | Album |
| 2007 | Nu-Mixx Klazzics Vol. 2 | Album |
| 2006 | Pac's Life | Album |
| 2006 | Pac's Life | Single |
| 2006 | Untouchable | Single |
| 2005 | Ghetto Gospel | Single |
| 2005 | Live at the House of Blues | Album |
| 2005 | Ready 2 Die | Album |
| 2005 | The Prophet Returns | Album |
| 2005 | The Rose, Vol. 2 | Album |
Show all 71 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2Pac Live | Album |
| 2004 | Loyal to the Game | Album |
| 2004 | One Day at a Time (Em's Version) | Single |
| 2004 | Thugs Get Lonely Too | Single |
| 2003 | Nu-Mixx Klazzics | Album |
| 2003 | Still Ballin' | Single |
| 2003 | The Prophet: The Best of the Works | Album |
| 2003 | Tupac: Resurrection | Album |
| 2002 | Better Dayz | Album |
| 2002 | I Don't Give a Fuck | Single |
| 2002 | Thugz Mansion | Single |
| 2001 | Don't Go 2 Sleep | Album |
| 2001 | Letter 2 My Unborn | Single |
| 2001 | Until the End of Time | Album |
| 2000 | Panther Power | Single |
| 2000 | The Rose That Grew From Concrete Volume 1 | Album |
| 1999 | Baby Don't Cry (Keep Ya Head Up II) | Single |
| 1999 | Still I Rise | Album |
| 1999 | Unconditional Love | Single |
| 1999 | Until the End of Time | Single |
| 1999 | Who Do U Believe In | Single |
| 1998 | Changes | Single |
| 1998 | Greatest Hits | Album |
| 1998 | Happy Home | Single |
| 1997 | Do for Love | Single |
| 1997 | Hail Mary | Single |
| 1997 | I Wonder If Heaven Got a Ghetto | Single |
| 1997 | R U Still Down? (Remember Me) | Album |
| 1997 | Runnin' (Dying to Live) | Single |
| 1997 | Smile | Single |
| 1997 | Wanted Dead or Alive | Single |
| 1996 | 2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted | Single |
| 1996 | All Eyez on Me | Album |
| 1996 | Hit 'Em Up | Single |
| 1996 | How Do U Want It | Single |
| 1996 | I Ain't Mad at Cha | Single |
| 1996 | Life Goes On | Single |
| 1996 | The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory | Album |
| 1996 | To Live & Die in L.A. | Single |
| 1996 | Toss It Up | Single |
| 1995 | California Love | Single |
| 1995 | Dear Mama | Single |
| 1995 | How Long Will They Mourn Me? | Single |
| 1995 | Me Against the World | Album |
| 1995 | Runnin' (From tha Police) | Single |
| 1995 | So Many Tears | Single |
| 1995 | Temptations | Single |
| 1994 | Papa'z Song | Single |
| 1993 | Holler If Ya Hear Me | Single |
| 1993 | I Get Around | Single |
| 1993 | Keep Ya Head Up | Single |
| 1993 | Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z.… | Album |
| 1991 | 2Pacalypse Now | Album |
| 1991 | Brenda's Got a Baby | Single |
| 1991 | If My Homie Calls | Single |
| 1991 | Trapped | Single |
Awards and nominations
5 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 1997 | American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist | Won | |
| 1997 | Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year | All Eyez on Me | Won |
| 1996 | MOBO Awards for Best Video | California Love | Won |
| 1996 | Soul Train Music Award for Best Rap Album | Me Against the World | Won |
Filmography
13 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Straight Outta Compton | Film | |
| 2007 | Tupac: Assassination | Film | |
| 2003 | Tupac: Resurrection | Film | |
| 2002 | Biggie & Tupac | Film | |
| 2002 | Thug Angel: The Life of an Outlaw | Film | |
| 2000 | Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme | Film | |
| 1997 | Gang Related | Film | |
| 1997 | Gridlock'd | Film | |
| 1996 | Bullet | Film | |
| 1994 | Above the Rim | Film | |
| 1994 | Murder Was the Case | Film | |
| 1993 | Poetic Justice | Film | |
| 1992 | Juice | Film |
Tupac Shakur Photos
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Photo: United States Department of State · Public domain -
Photo: Text: Sujata Massey Photo: Bo Rader or George H. Cook (The 2 photographers credited for the photo shoot at the school, it was not specified who took which photos) · Public domain -
Photo: Bo Rader or George H. Cook (The 2 photographers credited for the photo shoot at the school, it was not specified who took which photos) · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
How old was Tupac Shakur at the time of death?
Tupac Shakur died on 13 September 1996 at the age of 25. He was born on 16 June 1971.
What was Tupac Shakur’s cause of death?
According to Wikidata, Tupac Shakur died on 13 September 1996; the recorded cause of death is drive-by shooting.
What is Tupac Shakur known for?
Tupac Shakur was known as a former member of Digital Underground.
What is Tupac Shakur’s nationality?
Tupac Shakur was American, born in East Harlem.
Who was Tupac Shakur married to?
Tupac Shakur’s marriages on record are to Keisha Morris (1995 to 1996).
Has Tupac Shakur won any awards?
Yes. 5 awards are on record, including Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2017).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q6107), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: Unknown authorUnknown author · Public domain
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