What is Cam’ron’s Net Worth and Salary?
Cam’ron, the American rapper and actor, has a net worth of $6 million. He has been active in the entertainment industry for over two decades, releasing several acclaimed albums that have earned Gold and Platinum certification from the RIAA.
In addition to his music career, Cam’ron has also appeared in numerous films, including “Paper Soldiers” and “Paid in Full.”
Early Life and Career
Cam’ron, born Cameron Ezike Giles in 1976 in East Harlem, was raised by his mother, Fredericka Giles. He attended the Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics, where he met future rappers Mase and Jim Jones. Despite his basketball skills, Cam’ron could not receive scholarships due to his low academic standing. He briefly attended college in Texas before dropping out and returning to Harlem, where he began selling drugs and writing music.
Cam’ron’s big break came when he met The Notorious B.I.G., who introduced him to music executive Lance Rivera. Rivera signed Cam’ron to his record label, Untertainment.
Cam’ron’s Music Career
Cam’ron released “Confessions of Fire” in 1998, which became a Top 10 album on both the pop and R&B charts. He followed up with “Sports Drugs & Entertainment” in 2000, which reached number two on the R&B/Hip-Hop Album chart.
Cam’ron signed a $4.5 million record deal with Roc-A-Fella Records after leaving Sony/Epic Records due to pressure to release a new album. His most successful album, “Come Home with Me,” was released in 2002 and featured hit singles “Oh Boy” and “Hey Ma.”
In 2003, Cam’ron and The Diplomats released their debut album “Diplomatic Immunity,” which earned Gold status. He put out his fourth solo-record “Purple Haze” in 2004, which earned Gold certification and critical acclaim.
Cam’ron left Roc-A-Fella Records and joined Asylum Records, where he released “Killa Season” in 2006. He went on a three-year hiatus starting in 2007 to care for his mother, who suffered three strokes. In 2009 and 2019, he released his sixth and seventh records, “Crime Pays” and “Purple Haze 2.”
Cam’ron Survives Shooting Incident in 2005
In 2005, while stopped at a red light in Washington D.C., Cam’ron was shot by a passenger of a nearby car after he refused to give up his 2006 Lamborghini. However, Cam’ron was able to drive away and eventually made a full recovery in the hospital. The gunman remains unknown, but Cam’ron has stated that he saw the man throw up the Roc-A-Fella Records hand signal before shooting.
Cam’ron’s Son Appears on “Come Home With Me” Album Cover
Cam’ron has one son who appeared on the cover of his acclaimed album “Come Home With Me.”
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