Happy birthday! Lil' Kim turns 52 today

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The iconic and legendary rapper turns 52 on Saturday, Jul. 11, 2026.
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Lil' Kim is celebrating her 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed rappers of her generation.

Popular rapper Lil' Kim (Magic Stick, Lady Marmalade, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Lil' Kim, a cultural icon

Born Kimberly Denise Jones in New York on July 11, 1974, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Lil' Kim's not just a great rapper, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Kim hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Lil' Kim as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 52.

Happy Birthday, Kim, you're the best!

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