Photo via @therealalfonsoribeiro on Instagram
Besides being known for its awe-inspiring islands and tourist spots, as well as, distinctively unique cultures and amazing cuisine, the Caribbean has also produced its fair share of celebrities.
From fashion to Hollywood, to music, just to mention a few, these superstars have most definitely staked their claim in their respective industries.
While at it, they’ve also not shied away from flaunting their Caribbean roots. Though the Rihannas and Nicki Minajs are usually the names that pop up when superstars of Caribbean heritage come into mind, you’ll be surprised there are several others from the same enclave.
In this piece, your ultimate destination for global lifestyle news, Nsuri, shares with you six popular male celebrities you may not know are of Caribbean heritage.
Take a look at them below:
Romany Malco — Photo via @romanymalco on Instagram
Romany Malco
The Think Like a Man star was born to Trinidadian parents.
Dave East — Photo via @daveeast on Instagram
Dave East
The popular Harlem rapper is of Dominican and Bajan descent.
Alfonso Ribeiro — Photo via @therealalfonsoribeiro on Instagram
Alfonso Ribeiro
Fondly known for playing Carlton in hit sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso Ribeiro was born to Trinidadian parents.
Maxwell — Photo via @maxwell on Instagram
Maxwell
The Grammy award-winning musician was born to a Puerto Rican father and a Haitian mother.
Sidney Poitier
Sidney Poitier
The legendary award-winning actor was born to Bahamian parents.
ASAP Rocky — Photo via @asaprocky on Instagram
ASAP Rocky
The New York rapper is of Bajan heritage.
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