Romeo Miller (born 1989)

Rapper, basketball player

What is Romeo Miller (born 1989) known for?

Romeo Miller, born Percy Romeo Miller, is an American rapper, songwriter, actor, and former basketball player. Born on August 19, 1989, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Miller gained early fame in the music world under the stage name Lil' Romeo. His musical career blossomed after signing with No Limit Records, a label then owned by his father, Master P. Miller's debut single "My Baby," released in 2001, was a commercial success, peaking at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut and eponymous album, Lil' Romeo, which followed the same year, sold 99,000 copies in its first week, earning a Gold certification.

Miller continued his musical journey, releasing several more albums including 'Game Time' and 'Romeoland.' His artistic prowess was not limited to music. He also made a name in the acting world with his own Nickelodeon show, Romeo!, which ran for three seasons, and starring roles in the feature films "Jumping the Broom" and "Madea's Witness Protection."

Athletic prowess complemented his artistic talents, as he was offered a scholarship to play basketball for the USC Trojans at the University of Southern California, where he played under his given name, Percy Miller.

Miller wasn't only a performer; he also made his mark as an entrepreneur, founding several record labels, including Guttar Music, Take a Stand, The Next Generation, and his current label, No Limit Forever Records.

For more on his life and career, you can visit his AllMusic biography or his IMDb profile.