: Queen Latifah, born Dana Elaine Owens on March 18, 1970, in Newark, New Jersey, is a multi-talented American rapper, singer, actress, and producer. She is a pioneering figure in the world of hip-hop and one of the first female rappers to gain mainstream success. Latifah's debut album "All Hail the Queen" (1989) introduced her as a powerful voice in rap, and her single "U.N.I.T.Y." (1993) earned her a Grammy Award for its strong message of empowerment and gender equality. Latifah successfully transitioned from music to acting, gaining widespread recognition for her role in the 1990s sitcom "Living Single", where she played Khadijah James. She further demonstrated h...