Who is rapper NORE?

NORE is an American rapper, best known to the world as one half of the East Coast hip hop duo Capone-N-Noreaga (C-N-N) with rapper Capone. He has also had a successful solo career, releasing such hit singles as “Superthug”, “Nothin’”, “Oye Mi Canto”, and Banned from T.V.”.

N.O.R.E. Wiki: Age, Childhood, and Education

He was born Victor Santiago Jr. on 6 September 1977 under the Virgo zodiac sign in New York City, USA, the son of Victor Mambo Santiago, but there is no information about his mother and any siblings.

Of African-American ancestry on his mother’s side, and Puerto Rican through his father, NORE grew up on the mean streets of New York. His formal education is unknown.

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Capone-N-Noreaga Duo

Growing up, N.O.R.E was often involved in petty crimes and misdemeanor acts; he was caught by police during one such act, and was brought imprisoned. While in jail, he befriended a similar-minded man, Kiam Holley, better known under the pseudonym Capone.

Once out of prison, N.O.R.E launched his music career under the pseudonym Noreaga, after the Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega, and formed the duo with his friend from prison, Capone-N-Noreaga, also known as C-N-N.

After appearing in The Source magazine’s Unsigned Hype column, they were noticed by Neil Levine, record executive and founder of Penalty Recordings.

The duo signed with the record label the same year, and began working on their debut album. Unfortunately, Capone violated his parole, and was incarcerated before the album was done. With the help of such musical acts as Mobb Deep and Tragedy Khadafi, N.O.R.E finished the debut album “The War Report”, and released it to critical acclaim on 17 June 1997.

The album reached No. 21 on the US Billboard 200 chart, and peaked at No. 3 on the US Rap chart, thanks to such songs as “L.A., L.A.”, “Closer”, and “Illegal Life”, among other hits.

After promoting “The War Report” following Capone’s release, the duo began working on their second album. Still, Capone again violated his probation, and ended up in jail before they finished the album.

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The duo switched to Tommy Boy Records for the album’s release, and N.O.R.E. worked with several artists to complete the album. “The Reunion” finally came out on 21 November 2000 to mixed reviews, featuring such hits as “Invincible”, “Y’all Don’t Wanna”, and “Phone Time”. Capone’s incarceration undermined the album’s promotion, but the duo signed a contract with Def Jam once he got out.

However, this caused problems, as Tommy Boy claimed the rights to the Capone-N-Noreaga name, and that the duo owed more recordings to the company. As a result, the two shortened the name to C-N-N. and Noreaga started using N.O.R.E. as his stage name for solo work. They recorded the album “New Religion” but never released it, as the lead single, “Yes, Sir” failed to make an impact, and they eventually shelved the album.

Further problems ensued as Capone and N.O.R.E were involved in a shooting between two rival hip-hop groups. Capone was released from his Def Jam contract, and C-N-N dissolved.

However, in 2006 a possible reunion of the popular hip-hop duo was announced, and two years later, C-N-N released the mixtape “Back on That Q.U. Shit”, followed by their third studio album “Channel 10”, released through SMC Recordings, which reached No. 7 on the US R&B chart, spawning such hits as “Rotate” – a collaboration with Busta Rhymes and Ron Browz – and “Talk To Me Big Time”.

Since their reunion, C-N-N has released two other albums, “The War Report 2: Report the War” in 2010 and “Lessons” in 2015, after which the two rappers predominantly focused on their solo efforts.

Solo Career

In 1997 when Capone was jailed for the second time, N.O.R.E started working on his first solo album. With the release of the self-titled album, N.O.R.E. explained that his initials mean “Niggaz on (the) Run Eatin’”.

The album became a massive commercial hit, as it reached No. 3 on the US Billboard 200 chart, and topped the US R&B chart, and achieved platinum status, spawning such hits as “N.O.R.E”, “Superthug”, and “Banned from T.V.”.

Despite Capone’s return, N.O.R.E. continued making his own music, and in 1999 released his second studio album, “Melvin Flynt – Da Hustler”. Although it didn’t achieve the success of its predecessor, it still reached the top ten on the US Billboard 200 chart, peaking at No. 9, and achieving gold status.

He had trouble releasing his third studio album, “God’s Favorite”, and had to postpone the official release date to 2002. However, once released, the album peaked at No. 3 on the US Billboard 200 chart and achieved platinum status, spawning N.O.R.E.’s major hit “Nothin’”.

N.O.R.E. next turned to his Puerto Rican roots, and began making music in the Spanish language, and switched to reggaeton music. The first such album came out in 2006, entitled “N.O.R.E. u la Familia… Ya Tu Sabe”, released through Jay-Z’s Roc La Familia label, and including the hit “Oye Mi Canto”, and other songs such as “Mas Maiz”, “Vente Mami” and “Y Voy”.

Since then, N.O.R.E. has released three studio albums – “Noreality” (2007), “Student of the Game” (2013), and “5E” (2018), which was his last studio album. He is now a record producer and the CEO of his own imprint, Militainment Business.

Net Worth

As of mid- 2022, N.O.R.E.’s net worth has been estimated to be around $2 million, earned largely through his successful career as a rapper.

Personal Life, Dating, Married, Wife, Single?

N.O.R.E. has been very strict in sharing details with the media when it comes to his personal life. According to reports, N.O.R.E. has been a married man since 4 September 2009, to a woman named Neri, and the couple shares a child, Noah, who is now 11 years old.

Appearance and Vital Statistics

The prominent rapper is known for having his head shaved; he has brown eyes. He stands at a height of 5ft 10ins (1.78m), while he weighs approximately 172lbs (78kgs). His vital statistics are unknown, and he has an average figure.

Hobbies, Interests, and Trivia

The record label controversially released his album “S.O.R.E” in 2009 against his will. He denounced the album, and asked fans not to purchase it.

In 2009, N.O.R.E. was arrested at a Fatburger restaurant in Miami Beach, Florida, after he started a fight with another customer. He was detained and charged with misdemeanor battery and disorderly conduct, but was released shortly after.

N.O.R.E. is the host of the podcast show “Drink Champs”, in which he interviews random celebrities. One episode became negatively viral as he interviewed Lamar Odom, who at one point left the show saying that he was feeling uncomfortable. N.O.R.E. asked Odom about his National Basketball Association (NBA) championship rings, not knowing that Odom lost them in his bout with substance abuse, and Odom thought he was making fun of him. N.O.R.E. was criticized for his actions, but later apologized to the former NBA star.

Before “Drink Champs”, N.O.R.E. hosted another show, “On the Run Eatin’”, in which he is shown trying various foods in various places.

Bobb’e J. Thompson is an American actor and rapper, perhaps best known to the world as Ronnie in the film “Role Models” (2008), and as DeShawn in the TV series “House of Payne” (2011-2012), in addition to several other notable roles.

Where is Bobb’e J. Thompson Now? What is he doing today? 

Bobb’e has changed a lot since he stunned the world by portraying Ronnie in the film “Role Models”. He is still an actor, and recently featured in the film “A Rich Christmas” (2021). Moreover, he is an aspiring rapper, and has released several songs including “Calling Me”, “Steppin’”, and “Grenadine”, among many others.

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Bobb’e J. Thompson Wiki: Age, Childhood, and Education

Bobb’e Jacques Thompson was born on 28 February 1996 under the Pisces zodiac sign, in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Bobby has successfully hidden information about his parents and any siblings, despite attaining international fame.

Moreover, his educational background is a mystery, though it’s believed that he matriculated from a local high school.

Career Beginnings

Bob’s career started early on; at just five years old, Bobb’e made his first appearance at Apollo Kids, where he performed Bow Wow’s “What’s My Name”.

He made his on-screen debut in the following year as Shark in the TV series “My Wife and Kids”, and the same year he was selected for the role of Jimmy Mitchell in the TV comedy series “The Tracy Morgan Show”, appearing in 18 episodes of the popular series through 2004.

He appeared in several more projects, including the comedy film “My Baby’s Daddy” as Tupac, starring Eddie Griffin, Anthony Anderson and Michael Imperioli. He had a minor role in the action thriller-crime film “Cellular”, with Kim Basinger, Chris Evans and Jason Statham in the lead roles.

Moreover, young Bobb’e was selected for the part of Stanely in the Primetime Emmy Award-nominated fantasy comedy series “That’s So Raven”, appearing in 10 episodes of the popular series through 2006, increasing his popularity.

Rise to Stardom

Bobb’e was turning into an acting star, and later in 2006 starred in the award-winning music crime-drama film “Idlewild”, co-starring Andre 3000, Big Boi and Terrence Howard in the film written and directed by Bryan Barber.

In 2007, young Bobb’e appeared as Samuel’ Slam’ Gibbons in the fantasy comedy film “Fred Claus”, which starred Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti and Elizabeth Banks, and featured in Azis Ansari’s shows “Human Giant” (2007-2008) and “Shutterbugs” (2007-2008).

He cemented his presence in the mainstream media with the roles of Antoine in the crime-thriller film “Columbus Day”, co-starring Val Kilmer and Richard Edson, and Ronnie in the award-winning comedy film “Role Models”, starring Paul Rudd, Seann William Scott and Elizabeth Banks.

Both roles were cast in 2008, the same year he played Tracy Jr. in the multiple Primetime Emmy Award-winning comedy series “30 Rock,” which starred Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan.

In 2009, he appeared in the award-winning action-adventure film “Land of the Lost”, starring Will Ferrell, Danny McBride and Anna Friel, and the following year, Bobb’e starred in Robert Kirbyson’s award-winning family comedy-drama film “Snowmen”, co-starring Bobby Coleman and Christian Martyn. He also had a minor role in the sports comedy film “Knucklehead”, with Mark Feuerstein, Melora Hardin and Paul Wight.

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Continued Success

Bobb’e enjoyed tremendous success in the early 2010s, especially with such roles as M.J. Williams in the TV comedy-drama series “For Better or Worse”, which starred Cocoa Brown, Tasha Smith and Brad James, and as DeShawn in Tyler Perry’s multiple award-winning family comedy-drama series “House of Payne”, both in 2011.

In 2014, he was announced as one of the stars in the comedy-drama film “School Dance”, written and directed by Nick Cannon, who also co-stars in the film alongside Pete Davidson.

In 2015, he played Derrick in the multiple award-winning comedy-drama film “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl”, about a high school guy named Greg who changes his outlook on life after he befriends a girl in his class who has been diagnosed with cancer.

Since 2015, he has been focused more on his rising career as a rapper, but has still featured in some projects, keeping his acting career above water. In 2017, he appeared in the TV series “Clash of the Vampires”, and in 2019, he was DJ in the TV series “Living Rooms”.

To speak further of his accomplishments, from 2018 to 2020, Bobb’e was featured in the improve comedy show “Wild N Out”, created by Nick Cannon.

An Acclaimed Rapper

In 2013, Bobb’e released his first EP entitled “Fade 2 Rap” under the stage name King Bobb’e J. Since then, he’s released a number of songs and a few music videos, all featured on his official YouTube Channel.

Net Worth

As of mid-2022, Bobb’e J. Thompson’s net worth has been estimated to be around $2.5 million, earned through his successful career as an actor, and in recent years as a rapper.

Personal Life, Dating, Married, Single

When it comes to his personal life, Bobb’e hasn’t talked much about his personal aspirations. The public is not aware of his girlfriend if he has one, and for now, he hasn’t revealed his relationship status – according to sources, Bobb’e is currently single and focused on his career.

Appearance and Vital Statistics

The prominent actor and rapper has black hair and brown eyes. He stands at the height of 5ft 6ins (1.68m), while he weighs approximately 132lbs (60kgs). His vital statistics are unknown, though he has an average figure.

Hobbies, Interests, and Trivia

In addition to acting and music, Bobb’e is also interested in dancing, and though he isn’t a professional dancer, Bobb’e has showcased dancing skills in his music videos.

He’s a massive fan of comedy, and together with Nick Cannon, has enjoyed success in a number of TV series and shows, plus the two have performed together in venues across the US.