How old is Rick Ross?

Rick Ross is a successful musician, rapper, songwriter and entrepreneur who is considered to be one of the most distinctive and recognizable voices on today's hip hop scene. His real name is William Leonard Roberts II, and he was born in 1976 in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Unlike in is for the majority of rappers, Ross's childhood was quite calm and sunny as he spent it in Florida in a small seaside neighborhood. He developed a strong interest in music and at the same time would spend a lot of time playing American football, especially at his college times. Before making his first steps in the music industry, he worked as a correctional officer.

In the mid-2000s Ross entered the local hip hop stage with his debut album titled Port of Miami, which shortly after reached the top of the Billboard charts. His powerful voice and confident stage persona became a trademark of his. During a few following years, he released a number of successful albums and established the record label Maybach Music Group, which later on helped to promote such young artists as Meek Mill and Wale. In addition to his successful solo work, Rick Ross has collaborated with some famous musicians as well as used to perform as a member of a group Triple C's.

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