Fashion designer known for his hip hop street brand, Karl Kani.

Before Fame

He started designing his own clothes at 16 after learning the basics of sewing from his father.

Trivia

According to People magazine, he was one of the 100 richest African Americans in 1996.

Family Life

He was born in Brooklyn, New York.

Associated With

In 1999, he presented one of his collections to President Bill Clinton during an informal show at The White House.