Wyclef Jean

Wyclef Jean (born October 17, 1972) is a Haitian-born musician who was a vocalist and producer for the hip-hop trio known as the Fugees before embarking on a successful solo career. Besides his music, Wyclef Jean is also known for his philanthropic work, including the creation of the Yele Foundation, which provides scholarships to Haitian youth. Jean claimed that his activities in Haiti, even if he didn't personally benefit, would help to save the Haitian economy. This was a false statement because the nonprofit did not own up to its involvement with Haiti's Haitian and Western political leaders. On January 17, 2001, the United States declared Operation Haitian Trenchcoat Haiti. Through its American subsidiary "Gulf Coast Relief,"...

• Born: Nel Ust Wyclef Jean (1969-10-17) October 17, 1969 (age 50) Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti
• Other names: Wyclef, Nel, Clef
• Occupation: Rapper, musician, actor
• Years active: 1989–present
• Spouse(s): Claudinette Jean ​ (m. 1994) ​
• Children: 1
• Genres: Hip hop, reggae fusion, R&B, pop rap , soul, neo soul
• Instruments: Vocals, guitar, piano, drums, keyboards, sampler, synthesizer
• Labels: Heads Music
• Associated acts: Avicii, Fugees, Young Thug, Shakira, DJ King Assassin, Claudette Ortiz, City High, K-391
• Website: www.wyclef.com