5 interesting facts about the king of hip-hop Eminem: you definitely didn't know

Eminem, a famous American rapper, music producer, composer and actor, occupies a key place in the history of hip-hop. UAportal prepared five fascinating facts about the life of the star.

Difficult childhood

Growing up in a disadvantaged neighborhood in Detroit, Eminem faced numerous problems in childhood.  He became a frequent target for bullies because of his short stature, . At the age of nine, he suffered a brutal beating that left him in a coma for over a week.

Elton John's support

During his struggle with Vicodin addiction, Eminem turned to none other than music legend Elton John for help. Amazingly, Elton dedicated 18 months of his life to help Eminem overcome his addiction.

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Unexpected aspirations

 Eminem's early interests were not related to rap or music. He aspired to become a comic book artist, often immersing himself in drawing and creating. This predilection for art greatly influenced his visual style.

Family discord

The complicated relationship between Eminem and his mother took a legal turn when she filed a defamation lawsuit against him. Concerned about the lyrics of the song My Name Is, she demanded $10 million in compensation, citing emotional distress and sleepless nights.

Oscar-winning achievement

While many artists have been striving to win an Oscar for years, Eminem accomplished this feat with his song for the movie The Eighth Mile. And he was not  even present at the ceremony, so the fact of winning the award has become forgettable.

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