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Lil Mama

Lil Mama

Acting

Biography

Niatia Kirkland, better known as Lil Mama, is a multifaceted and dynamic entertainer, singer, rapper, songwriter, actress, and exceptional dancer. Lil Mama is known for her keen spirit, and in addition to her artistic abilities, she is an inspirational speaker and entrepreneur. Born in Harlem, NY, Lil Mama took to music and dance at an early age. Using poetry as a tool of self-expression, she soon found her voice in music. As she continued to grow, she learned how to combine these skills and her dedication over time led her to global success. In 2006, at 17 years old, she signed to Jive Records and soon after joined Avril Lavigne in Grammy-nominated producer Dr. Luke's remix of Lavigne's song "Girlfriend." Her first full-length album "VYP (Voice of the Young People)" was released just over a year later, debuting at number 25 on the Billboard 200, and featuring the hit single "Lip Gloss," making Lil Mama a household name. While continuing to work on her music, Lil Mama brought her dance expertise and charismatic persona to the judge's table on MTV's "America's Best Dance Crew" for seven seasons alongside fellow judge JC Chasez and host Mario Lopez. Lil Mama broke into acting in a major way, landing the role of the iconic Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes in the VH1 biopic CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story, starring alongside Keke Palmer and Drew Sidora. Lil Mama even joined TLC members Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas and Tionne 'T-Boz' Watkins' in live performances surrounding the release of the film, including the 2013 American Music Awards. She also co-stars in director Benny Boom's "48 Hours to Live," a 3D hybrid merging the genres of film noir and dance. Most recently, Lil Mama's groundbreaking music video for her song "Sausage" went viral with 3 million views in its first week (and 9.2 million views as of today). The song appears on her mixtape "Take Me Back," released in December 2015, a nostalgic and upbeat ode to the golden years of hip-hop with a fresh millennial appeal. Mama is a passionate and well-rounded artist who understands the importance of constantly honing her craft and staying sharp; with her role as the lead in the raw and powerful true story "Hit a Lick", she further solidifies herself as a formidable contender in the arts and entertainment arena.

Known For

America's Next Top Model
5.3

Aspiring models compete for a chance to break into the business with a panel of judges critiquing their progress throughout the competition.

America's Next Top Model

2003
All American
8.1

When a rising high school football player from South Central L.A. is recruited to play for Beverly Hills High, the wins, losses and struggles of two families from vastly different worlds - Compton and Beverly Hills - begin to collide. Inspired by the life of pro football player Spencer Paysinger.

All American

2018
American Music Awards
8.2

An annual American music awards show. Unlike the Grammys, which are awarded on the basis of votes by members of the Recording Academy, the AMAs are determined by a poll of the public and music buyers.

American Music Awards

1974
Deb is Boss
9.0

Before becoming a powerhouse music executive who launched Gucci Mane, Nicki Minaj, and French Montana, Deb Antney was a street-smart survivor navigating the dangerous underworlds of Queens, NY and Boston, MA. Balancing romance, ambition, and hustler instincts, she built an underground drug empire while dreaming of something bigger, laying the foundation for her eventual rise to the top of the music industry.

Deb is Boss

2026
The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars
8.5

Competitors who have made it to the finals of The Challenge kick it up a notch as they face off with celebrities for new prizes.

The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars

2017
On Ten
N/A

After the Tulsa race massacre's impact, a Georgia teen seeks to build a legal financial empire for his community despite risks from neighboring drug dealers.

On Ten

2024
When Love Kills: The Falicia Blakely Story
8.1

"Hit A Lick," tells the tragic story of Falicia Blakely, a teen mom who grows up in the fast-lane. When she becomes an exotic dancer, she attracts the attention of local pimp and predator, Dino. His empty promises of a life together turns Falicia into a pawn in his dangerous games; and she's forced to prove her love for him at the expense of innocent lives.

When Love Kills: The Falicia Blakely Story

2017
Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B
6.5

The story of R&B singer and actress Aaliyah; namely, the highs and lows of her career, her romantic pursuits, and the events leading up to her death in 2001 at the age of 22.

Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B

2014
48 Hours to Live
4.4

A loner fresh out of rehab and hunted by both sides of the law returns home to solve the murder of his sister, and finds himself entangled in a game of revenge on the LA club circuit.

48 Hours to Live

2016
Sisters
5.2

After losing their mothers at a young age, Diamond and her closest cousins, Tia and Tara, known as "Sisters", are willing to do anything to keep their grandmother from dying of cancer and save their family.

Sisters

2023
VH1 Hip Hop Honors: All Hail the Queens
N/A

We knew the return of Hip-Hop Honors after a six-year hiatus would be huge, but with a surprise from Diddy and some major beef getting squashed, this year was bigger than ever.

VH1 Hip Hop Honors: All Hail the Queens

2016
True to the Game 2
6.4

Separating herself from Philly’s dangerous scene while still mourning from the death of Quadir, Gena has reinvented herself as a journalist, living and working in NYC. At a crossroads in her career, Gena comes across an opportunity to go to LA , and decides to use the time to find herself. Although Gena is far from home, her life in Philly seems to always make an appearance. Someone with ties to Quadir has hijacked Jerrell’s shipment causing him to hit the streets on a crusade to find out who. Jerrell is determined to get paid by any means necessary and he'll start with Gena.

True to the Game 2

2020
My Mic Sounds Nice: A Truth About Women and Hip Hop
3.5

Ava DuVernay focuses on the history of female MCs in the hip hop industry in this short documentary that features Missy Elliott, Salt-N-Pepa, Eve, Jean Grae, Roxanne Shante, Trina, The Lady of Rage, and many more.

My Mic Sounds Nice: A Truth About Women and Hip Hop

2010
All In
8.0

A young mother who grew up a victim of her environment gets pulled back into a life of crime while trying to make a better future for her three children.

All In

2019
True to the Game 3
7.3

The trilogy picks right up where True 2 left us. Gena's awakes to find that her mysterious savior is Quadir. Before happily ever after, Gena has 72 hours to go back to Philly to check on Bria and Gah Git and let them know of her plans.

True to the Game 3

2021
A Hip Hop Story
10.0

A yoga posing music mogul teams up with rap's biggest stars to go on a mission to save hip hop.

A Hip Hop Story

2024
Hip Hop Family Christmas
4.3

Hip-hop's most famous family agrees to participate in a live Christmas television special to address negative press and soften their image.

Hip Hop Family Christmas

2021
The Real Queens of Hip Hop: The Women Who Changed the Game
4.0

An intimate look at the evolution and impact of women emcees and rappers, told by the trailblazing artists who helped create a musical and cultural empire.

The Real Queens of Hip Hop: The Women Who Changed the Game

2021
Crazy Sexy Cool: The TLC Story
7.6

TLC's humble beginnings in Atlanta quickly led to an unprecedented rise to fame in the 1990's as one of the world's most talented, celebrated and highest-selling female groups of all time. Through very public and high profile success, turmoil and tragedy, TLC left an indelible stamp of female empowerment that changed the face of the music industry forever.

Crazy Sexy Cool: The TLC Story

2013
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N/A

In 1985, reformed outlaws Mercy and Khaos are pulled back into the life they left behind. They’re forced to take on a dangerous job that pits them against mob bosses, a crooked detective, and their own past sins.

Mercy Mercy Me