January 2: Trey Stylez Was Born. (1968)
January 2, 1968 – On This Date In Hip-Hop, Trey Styles from Boyz in the Hood was born.
Growing Up
Cuba Gooding Jr. is a renowned American actor born on January 2, 1968, in The Bronx, New York City. Raised in a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry, with his father being a singer and his mother a renowned backup dancer, Gooding’s early exposure to the world of showbiz paved the way for his successful career.
He first gained widespread recognition for his breakout role in the film “Boyz n the Hood” (1991), directed by John Singleton. This compelling portrayal of a young man navigating the challenges of inner-city life marked the beginning of Gooding’s journey to stardom.
The pinnacle of Cuba Gooding Jr.’s career came in 1997 when he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his unforgettable performance in “Jerry Maguire.” His famous exclamation, “Show me the money!” became an iconic catchphrase and solidified his status as a charismatic and talented actor.
Over the years, Gooding has showcased his versatility in various genres, taking on roles in films like “As Good as It Gets” (1997), “Men of Honor” (2000), and “The Butler” (2013). Despite facing both professional highs and lows, Cuba Gooding Jr. remains a respected figure in the film industry, celebrated for his contributions to cinema and his ability to bring depth and authenticity to his characters.
RICKYYYYYYYY!
still hurts 😩
Wonder if he wakes up punching the air
lord knows i would
… THE PENGUINS !!!
shadow boxing like a mothaphukka
Boyz in the Hood, favourite film of all time 🔥 (PS typo 4th line)
Boy thought he could get waves with one cut
Man I had no idea that he started as a dancer. Nor that Boyz In The Hood jump started his career! Crazy
Dough…let me out
Classic movie!!! 🔥
Culture Classic 💎
Iconic Cinematic Moment.
Acting Most Def in the family cuz when I found out Omar Gooding was his son was sum else!
Good info, I never knew he danced
Dope!
1:24 he’s wearing white hi tops and clapping his gloves together in a black and white tracksuit…I think that’s him
Damn i ain’t know he started as a breakdancer for Lionel Richie lol crazy
“Oh you think you tough” Classic!!! 🥊
So much better than on insta 💯🙌🏼
*punches air*
🔥
Still one of the saddest films I’ve seen to this day.
HBD
Boyz N The Hood
I didn’t know he was a LA Breaker… You learn something new everyday
The Boyz in the hood are always hard. Great movie
Knowing nothing in life but to be legit
Hbd