Keke Palmer is an actress, singer, and songwriter who first gained fame for her role in the 2006 film Akeelah and the Bee. She has since gone on to star in a number of films such as The Longshots, Joyful Noise, Ice Age: Continental Drift, and more.
- Keke Palmer was the first African American to play the title role in Cinderella on Broadway.
- She is a published author who released her memoir, “I Don’t Belong To You: Quiet The Noise and Find Your Voice” in 2017.
- In addition to acting and writing, Keke is also an accomplished singer and songwriter. She released her debut album, “So Uncool” in 2007 and has since released several singles and EPs.
- At just 24 years old, Keke is already a veteran of the entertainment industry. Aside from her film and television roles, she is also known for her work as a YouTuber, Radio Host on Beats1, and spokesperson for Neutrogena.
- In 2018, she made her Broadway debut in the revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical, “The King and I”.
- Keke is an avid philanthropist who regularly works with charities such as The Boys & Girls Clubs of America and The Make A Wish Foundation.
- She has won numerous awards for her work, including a NAACP Image Award and an MTV Movie Award.
- Keke was the first Black woman to host Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards in 2016.
- In 2019, Keke became the youngest talk show host ever when her self-titled show, “The Keke Palmer Project”, premiered on BET.
- In addition to all of this, she is also an entrepreneur who has created her own clothing line and launched a nail polish range with Sally Hansen.
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