30 Lesser known facts about Eminem

Fact 1 - Eminem was born on October 17, 1972, in St. Joseph, Missouri, as Marshall Bruce Mathers III.

Fact 2 - He is a renowned American rapper, songwriter, record producer, and actor.

Fact 3 - Eminem is often referred to as his alter ego, Slim Shady, which represents his darker and violent side.

Fact 4 - He grew up in a predominantly African American, working-class neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan.

Fact 5 - Eminem's debut album, "Infinite," was released in 1996, but it gained limited success.

Fact 6 - The Slim Shady EP, released in 1997, caught the attention of Dr. Dre, who signed Eminem to his record label, Aftermath Entertainment.

Fact 7 - "The Slim Shady LP," released in 1999, earned Eminem his first Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.

Fact 8 - He won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Lose Yourself," featured in the movie "8 Mile."

Fact 9 - Eminem has altercations with drug addiction and has been open about his struggles in his music.

Fact 10 - His album "The Marshall Mathers LP" became one of the fastest-selling studio albums in the United States.

Fact 11 - Eminem created the group D12 with local Detroit rappers and released the album "Devil's Night" in 2001.

Fact 12 - He is often regarded as one of the greatest and most influential artists in the history of hip hop.

Fact 13 - Eminem's movie debut was in the drama film "8 Mile," in which he played the lead role of Jimmy Smith Jr.

Fact 14 - He founded his own record label, Shady Records, with longtime manager Paul Rosenberg.

Fact 15 - Eminem's alter ego Slim Shady is known for his controversial lyrics, dealing with topics like violence, drugs, and relationships.

Fact 16 - He has had public feuds with other artists, including Ja Rule, Mariah Carey, and Machine Gun Kelly.

Fact 17 - Eminem's real-life daughter, Hailie Jade, has been mentioned in several of his songs.

Fact 18 - He took a hiatus from music in the mid-2000s but made a successful comeback with the album "Relapse" in 2009.

Fact 19 - Eminem's lyrics often reflect his tumultuous personal life and experiences, making his music deeply autobiographical.

Fact 20 - He is known for his rapid and complex rhyming style, earning him the nickname "Rap God."

Fact 21 - Eminem has won numerous awards, including 15 Grammy Awards and an Academy Award.

Fact 22 - His album "The Eminem Show" was the best-selling album of 2002 globally.

Fact 23 - Eminem has collaborated with various artists, including Rihanna, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, and Ed Sheeran.

Fact 24 - He addressed political issues in his freestyle rap "The Storm," criticizing then-President Donald Trump.

Fact 25 - Eminem's influence extends beyond music, and he has been featured in video games, documentaries, and books.

Fact 26 - He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as part of the group D12.

Fact 27 - Eminem has sold over 220 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists.

Fact 28 - His album "Encore" includes the politically charged track "Mosh," addressing the Iraq War and George W. Bush.

Fact 29 - Eminem has struggled with criticism and controversies but remains a cultural icon and a force in the music industry.

Fact 30 - He continues to evolve as an artist, staying relevant and impacting the rap and hip-hop genres.