Akon Bio: In His Own Words – Video Exclusive, News, Photos

Fact Sheet

Full Name

Aliaume Damala Badara Akon Thiam

Date Of Birth

April 16, 1973

Birthplace

St. Louis, Missouri

Height

5'10"

Weight

150lbs.

Relationship Status

Married to Tomeka Thiam

Family

Mor Thiam (Father), Kine Gueye Thiam (Mother), Abou Thiam (Brother)

Twitter Handle

@akon

Known For

Rapper, Producer through KonLive Distribution

Notable Work

Locked Up

Notable Works

Lonely, Smack That, Just Dance, Sexy Bitch

Fun Fact

Akon can play five instruments, including drums, guitar, and djembe

Fun Facts

He co-wrote Lady Gaga's first hit, 'Just Dance'