When and where was Ice-T born?
Tracy Lauren Marrow was born on the 16th of February 1958 in Newark, New Jersey. His mother Alice was a fair-skinned Black woman and his father Solomon worked as a conveyor belt mechanic.
Common questions about Ice-T
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How did Ice-T get his nickname?
Ice-T received his nickname in the Crenshaw District of Los Angeles after friends told him to recite novels by Iceberg Slim to them. He was affiliated with the Crips but never officially joined a gang.
What was Ice-T's first hit song and when was it released?
Ice-T released his first single Cold Wind Madness in 1983, which was also known as The Coldest Rap. This electro hip-hop record became an underground success despite radio stations refusing to play it due to explicit lyrics.
Why did Ice-T withdraw the song Cop Killer from his album?
Ice-T withdrew the song Cop Killer from his album Home Invasion after it sparked controversy with government officials and police advocacy groups. He replaced the track with a metal version of his rap song Freedom of Speech.
What role does Ice-T play on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit?
Ice-T has portrayed Odafin Fin Tutuola on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit since 2000. This role makes him the longest-running male series actor in American TV history.