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Robert Matthew Van Winkle, known professionally as Vanilla Ice, is an American rapper, actor, and television host.
Vanilla Ice is an American rapper, actor, and television host. He rose to prominence after the release of his single "Ice Ice Baby" which became a worldwide hit in 1990. He has since gone on to release several albums and star in multiple films.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1968</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Vanilla Ice is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On October 31, 1968, Robert Van Winkle was born in Dallas, Texas.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases "Ice Ice Baby"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Vanilla Ice releases his most iconic hit, “Ice Ice Baby.” The song becomes the first hip hop single to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Awards and Record Deal</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the 1991 American Music Awards, Vanilla Ice wins Favorite Rap/Hip Hop Artist and Favorite Pop/Rock New Artist. He also signs a record deal with SBK Records.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Movies and TV Appearances</div><div class='timeline-text'>Vanilla Ice stars in his own feature film, “Cool as Ice,” and makes an appearance in “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze.” He also appears on Saturday Night Live.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Vanilla Ice Goes Country</div><div class='timeline-text'>Vanilla Ice releases his fifth studio album, “Hard to Swallow,” which features a more hard rock and country sound than his previous albums.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Vanilla Ice on Dancing with the Stars</div><div class='timeline-text'>Vanilla Ice competes on the 13th season of “Dancing With The Stars.” He ends up finishing in 8th place.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Vanilla Ice Joins the Cast of Sharknado 6</div><div class='timeline-text'>Vanilla Ice joins the cast of “Sharknado 6: The Last Sharknado,” playing a character named “Randy the Cowboy.” </div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's Diverse</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Vanilla Ice has created music in all genres, from rap, to country, to rock. His diverse sound gives his fans a variety of music to enjoy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Inspiration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Vanilla Ice is an inspiration for people everywhere. He has been able to succeed in the music industry despite coming from humble beginnings and overcoming many obstacles. His story shows that with hard work and dedication success is possible.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's Fun</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Vanilla Ice makes great music that we can all enjoy. His music has something for everyone, and it always puts a smile on your face. His fun music can be enjoyed by people of all ages.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Rapping at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>Vanilla Ice started rapping at the age of nine and began performing at local clubs when he was 14.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Worked as a Roofing Salesman</h3><p class='facts-text'>Before becoming famous, Vanilla Ice worked as a roofing salesman in Dallas, Texas.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Guest Starred on Ninja Turtles</h3><p class='facts-text'>Vanilla Ice guest starred on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon in 1991, playing his own character, "Robot Vanilli".</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Appeared on Celebrity Big Brother</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2010, Vanilla Ice appeared on the UK version of Celebrity Big Brother, where he finished second in the competition.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Released a Country Album</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2011, Vanilla Ice released a country music album titled "WTF - Wisdom, Tenacity & Focus".</p></div></div>
Vanilla Ice, an American rapper and actor, was born on October 31, 1967, and is currently 55. He is best known for his 1990 single "Ice Ice Baby," which became the first hip-hop single to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Vanilla Ice has an estimated net worth of $12M. He is well known as a rapper, producer, and actor and has had huge success in the music industry. His wealth comes from record sales, royalties, brand endorsements, and other business ventures.
