André 3000

André Lauren Benjamin (born May 27, 1975), better known as André 3000, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. He is best known for being a part of southern hip hop duo Outkast alongside fellow rapper Big Boi.

Benjamin has also acted in films and television series such as Families, The Shield, Be Cool, Revolver, Semi-Pro, High Life, Four Brothers, and in the lead role of Jimi Hendrix in All Is by My Side. He currently plays Fredwynn on the AMC series Dispatches from Elsewhere. He is also known for his work on the Cartoon Network animated series Class of 3000 (2006–2008). He has additionally been an entrepreneur and an advocate for animal rights. In the spring of 2008, he launched a clothing line called Benjamin Bixby.

Benjamin has been ranked as one of the top 10 rappers of all time by publications including Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Billboard, and Complex.

Roles

 * Class of 3000 - Sunny Bridges
 * Bolt 2: Battle in City - Bobby
 * Jimmy, Kimmy, & Timmy - Richard Starr