Unveiling Keke Palmer: 15 Surprising Facts You Never Knew

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Child Star Beginnings: Keke Palmer's acting career began at a very young age. She made her acting debut at the age of 9 in the critically acclaimed film "Akeelah and the Bee."

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Double-Threat Talent: Besides acting, Palmer is a multi-talented artist. She's a skilled singer and released her debut album, "So Uncool," at just 14 years old.

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Voice Acting: You might not know that Keke lent her voice to the character Peaches in the popular "Ice Age" film series, showcasing her versatility.

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History-Maker: Keke Palmer made history by becoming the youngest talk show host ever with her show "Just Keke" on BET at the age of 20.

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Broadway Star: In 2016, Palmer made her Broadway debut as the first African American to play the titular character in "Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella."

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Book Author: She's not only an actress and singer, but Palmer has also penned a book titled "I Don't Belong to You: Quiet the Noise and Find Your Voice."

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Social Activist: Keke is known for her strong advocacy work. She's involved in various social issues, including anti-bullying campaigns and youth empowerment.

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Hidden Skill: Palmer is a talented visual artist and loves to create artwork in her free time, demonstrating her creative prowess.

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Philanthropic Efforts: She has supported numerous charities and causes, including the Saving Our Daughters organization and initiatives to support underprivileged youth.

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Movie Producer: Keke Palmer produced the film "Pimp," where she also played the lead role. This venture showcased her involvement behind the camera.

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Voice for a Disney Character: Not only did Palmer appear in Disney Channel shows, but she also voiced a character in Disney's "Winx Club" animated series.

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Early Musical Ventures: Before releasing her own album, Palmer recorded a cover of the song "Respect" by Aretha Franklin for the soundtrack of the film "Are We There Yet?"

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Award-Winning Performer: She won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture for her role in the movie "Akeelah and the Bee."

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Tech Entrepreneur: Palmer co-founded a technology company, "Digeus, Inc.," focused on creating innovative apps and tools to improve people's lives.

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Fashionista: Keke is known for her unique and stylish fashion sense. She has been recognized by fashion magazines and often serves as an inspiration for young trendsetters.

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