James Todd Smith (born January 14, 1968), known professionally as LL Cool J (short for Ladies Love Cool James), [3] is an American rapper. [4] He is one of the earliest rappers to achieve …

At 15, he and one of his best friends came up with his present stage name, L.L. Cool J, which means "Ladies Love Cool James." In 1984, when L.L. was 16, he met Rick Rubin, a student at …

Nov 11, 2025 · LL Cool J (born January 14, 1968, Bay Shore, Long Island, New York, U.S.) is an American rapper and actor, a leading exponent of mid-1980s new-school rap and one of the …

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Rock The Bells is the preeminent voice for The Foundation and Future of Hip-Hop. founded in 2018 by LL COOL J, Rock The Bells focuses on content, commerce and experiences that …

Feb 18, 2025 · Discover LL Cool J's age, career achievements, marriage to Simone, and children in this detailed biography.

1 day ago · Hip-hop legend LL COOL J will headline a free concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia on New Year's Eve.

Sep 17, 2024 · Now 56, LL COOL J is returning to the thing he loves most: rapping. He recently released his first album in more than a decade, "The Force," which includes appearances from …

Oct 11, 2023 · Discover LL Cool J's 20 best songs spanning four decades, from classic hits like "Mama Said Knock You Out" to 2024's "Saturday Night Special" from The FORCE album.

1 day ago · LL Cool J has announced a free concert New Year's Eve in Philadelphia. That's just one of X things you can do to greet 2026 in style. Where is LL Cool J performing on New …