E-mail a friendMay 30, 2006
original airdate April 11, 2006
French philosopher and writer Bernard-Henri Lévy shares his observations on race and class. Rapper-actor LL Cool J explains the reasons he's been able to remain in the game.
Bernard-Henri Lévy
Bernard-Henri Lévy
A philosopher, activist and filmmaker, Bernard-Henri Lévy is also one of the most respected writers in Europe. He's the author of 30 books, including American Vertigo—an exploration of the dimensions of American life. He co-founded the antiracist group SOS Racism and served on diplomatic missions for the French government. His films include the documentaries Bosna! and A Day in the Death of Sarajevo. Lévy started his career as a war reporter and became famous as the founder of the New Philosophers group.
LL Cool J
LL Cool J
Tavis talks with LL Cool J.
Before segueing to acting, Grammy-winning hip-hop vet LL Cool J helped bring rap from the underground to the mainstream. However, he never forgot his roots. The Queens, NY native escaped an abusive upbringing and his own bullying attitude by falling in love with rap. By age 11, he was writing lyrics and, at 17, got his musical break. He's since had several platinum-selling albums and acting credits that include the sitcom In the House and the films Charlie's Angels and Rollerball. "Exit 13" is his new CD.