Christopher Wallace (real name)

Christopher Wallace, better known by his stage name The Notorious B.I.G. or Biggie Smalls, was a highly influential American rapper born in 1972 in Brooklyn, New York. Renowned for his storytelling ability, smooth flow, and lyrical skill, he rose to fame in the 1990s as a leading figure in East Coast hip-hop. His debut album, *Ready to Die*, is considered a classic. Tragically, his life was cut short when he was killed in 1997 at age 24. Wallace's impact on hip-hop remains significant, and he is regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time.