Vic Mensa
Summary
Vic Mensa is an acclaimed musician, actor, and entrepreneur whose work spans music, film, and social advocacy. His albums, including The Autobiography and Victor, have reached millions, while his EP sundiata marked his first fully independent release. An actor on The Chi and Bel-Air, he’s also the founder of 93 Boyz, Illinois’ first Black-owned cannabis brand. With a strong social media presence, Mensa uses his platform to drive cultural conversation, creative innovation and community impact.
- Format: Hip-Hop / Rap
- Category: Hip-Hop / Rap
- Event Type: showcase
- Presented By: Found on Nero
Contributors
- Vic Mensa
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