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Akon
Akon is best known for Saturday Night Live, Raw, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and History 101. Akon was born on April 16, 1973. Akon is 53 years old (born April 16, 1973).
- Born
- April 16, 1973 (53 years old)
- Place of birth
- St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Biography
Aliaume Damala Badara Akon Thiam (born April 16, 1973), better known as Akon, is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, businessman, record producer and actor. He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of "Locked Up", the first single from his debut album Trouble.
Known for
Filmography
- 2022SherriSelf - Guest
- 2020History 101Self (archive footage)
- 2013SINGERSelf
- 2010Music NuggetsSelf
- 2008Free RadioSelf
- 2003Punk'dSelf
- 2003Jimmy Kimmel Live!Self
- 2001Star AcademySelf
- 1995Victoria's Secret Fashion ShowSelf
- 1994MTV Europe Music AwardsSelf - Performer
- 1993RawSelf
- 1988LIVE with Kelly and MarkSelf - Guest
- 1988Smash Hits Poll Winners PartySelf
- 1984MTV Video Music AwardsSelf
- 1975Saturday Night LiveSelf - Musical Guest
- 1963Miss USASelf - Entertainment
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Akon been in?
Akon is best known for Saturday Night Live, Raw, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and History 101.
When was Akon born?
Akon was born on April 16, 1973. (St. Louis, Missouri, USA)
How old is Akon?
Akon is 53 years old (born April 16, 1973).
Updated: October 28, 2026 ·