LL Cool J (born James Todd Smith in 1968) is an American rapper and actor who was a leading exponent of mid-1980s new-school rap. His notable songs include “Goin’ Back to Cali” (1988) and “Mama Said Knock You Out” (1990). He also had a successful acting career and is perhaps best known for the TV series NCIS: Los Angeles (2009–23), in which he played Special Agent Sam Hanna. He reprised the role in the spin-off NCIS: New York (2026– ).
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