Dana Elaine Owens (born March 18, 1970 in Newark, New Jersey), better known by her stage name Queen Latifah, is an American rapper, singer, and actress. Latifah's work in music and film has earned her a Grammy Award, five additional Grammy nominations, and an Academy Award nomination as well. Wikipedia
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