David Banner, 1974
Actors · April 11, 1974
David Banner
★ HOW OLD IS DAVID BANNER?
David Banner is 52 years old, born April 11, 1974 in United States · Aries.
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About
David Banner built a two-decade rap career producing beats for T.I. and Lil Wayne while fronting his own albums on Universal Records. Born Lavell William Crump in Mississippi, Banner moved into acting with roles in Black Snake Moan (2006) and The Butler (2013). An Aries born in 1974, he balanced music production and screen work while maintaining activist roots.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Lavell William Crump, professionally known as David Banner, is an American rapper, record producer, actor, and activist. Born April 11, 1974, in the US, he grew up in Jackson, Mississippi, and earned a bachelor's degree from Southern University before pursuing graduate study at University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Banner entered music as part of Crooked Lettaz before launching his solo career in 2000 with Them Firewater Boyz, Vol. 1. In 2003, he signed to Universal Records and released four studio albums: Mississippi: The Album (2003), MTA2: Baptized in Dirty Water (2003), Certified (2005), and The Greatest Story Ever Told (2008). Beyond his own records, Banner produced for Trick Daddy, T.I., Lil Boosie, and Lil Wayne, establishing himself as a behind-the-scenes force in hip-hop. His acting credits span film—Black Snake Moan (2006), This Christmas (2007), The Butler (2013), Ride Along (2014)—and television, including Empire, Saints & Sinners, and The Family Business: New Orleans. As an Aries with Life Path 9, Banner embodies themes of humanitarianism and closure, reflecting his activist commitment [F1, enrichments]. Rappers and producers record albums, tour, and collaborate across projects.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
David Banner was raised in Jackson, Mississippi, and completed a bachelor's degree at Southern University before pursuing graduate study at University of Maryland Eastern Shore. He entered the music industry as a member of the rap duo Crooked Lettaz before transitioning to a solo career.
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Trivia
- Banner produced beats for multiple platinum artists including T.I., Lil Wayne, and Lil Boosie during his tenure at Universal Records.
- He released four consecutive studio albums between 2003 and 2008 on Universal Records.
- Beyond music, Banner appeared in ensemble casts of major films including The Butler (2013) and television series Empire.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. David Banner often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Alexander GouldDog · 1994
- Jean-Carl BoucherDog · 1994
- Connor JessupDog · 1994
- Mayuko FukudaDog · 1994
- Abbey HoesDog · 1994
CHALLENGING
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie Ure
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is David Banner?
- David Banner is 52 years old (born April 11, 1974).
- When is David Banner's birthday?
- David Banner was born on April 11, 1974.
- What is David Banner's zodiac sign?
- David Banner is a Aries, born April 11, 1974.
- What is David Banner's Chinese zodiac sign?
- David Banner was born in 1974, the year of the Wood Tiger.
- Where is David Banner from?
- David Banner is from United States.
- What does David Banner do?
- David Banner is a actor.
- Is David Banner still alive?
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