WC (rapper)

WC
WC in 1989
WC in 1989
Background information
Birth nameWilliam Lashawn Calhoun Jr.
Born (1970-02-03) February 3, 1970 (age 54)
Houston, Texas, U.S.
OriginLos Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • actor
Years active1987–present
Labels
Formerly of

William LaShawn Calhoun Jr. (born February 3, 1970), better known by his stage name WC (pronounced "dub-c"), is an American rapper and actor. He originally was a rapper in the group Low Profile and later formed his group WC and the Maad Circle, who first succeeded with the single "Ain't A Damn Thang Changed". He later started a solo career and has released four solo albums. He is also well known for being a member of the rap supergroup Westside Connection with West Coast rappers Ice Cube and Mack 10.