LL Cool J is first rapper to win Kennedy Center Award- JJ Jankovsky

Famous rapper LL Cool J made history this Saturday, by receiving the Kennedy Center Award, Which is America’s highest achievement for any performer. Along with LL Cool J, other performers received this award as well, such as Lionel Richie, Gloria Estefan and dancer- actress Carmen de Lavallade and TV creator Norman Lear also got the award along with LL. LL Cool J said that hip hop even being acknowledged was bigger than him. “This is for those who came before me and those who followed me. We were sent to this planet to love and inspire one another. Manifest our dreams and make them a reality. I hope you’re inspired by me because I’m inspired by you,” LL wrote. And his achievements haven’t stopped there, he completed the Business of Entertainment Media and Sports program at Harvard University. I think what he said is absolutely right and that we were all made to love and support each others achievements. I think he is so cool and amazing t what he does. Such an inspiration to everyone!!