Akon
Known For: Acting
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: April 16, 1973 (52 years old)
Place of Birth: St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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.