Born in a small town just outside of Chicago, IL, performer Keke Palmer initially gravitated to singing as a young child, but soon landed a memorable screen role as the niece of Queen Latifah in the urban comedy Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004). Read Full Biography
| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Black Reel Awards | Best Breakthrough Performance | Akeelah and the Bee | Nominated |
| 2006 | Black Reel Awards | Best Actress | Akeelah and the Bee | Nominated |
| 2006 | Broadcast Film Critics Association | Best Young Actress | Akeelah and the Bee | Nominated |
| 2006 | Chicago Film Critics Association | Most Promising Performer | Akeelah and the Bee | Nominated |
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'Joyful Noise' Star On Awkward Make-Out
by Christopher RosenBeing an actress is a great job -- except when you have to make-out with your shirtless platonic friend while your dad tries to watch. Just ask Keke P...
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