Tupac Shakur, commonly known by his stage name 2Pac, was an American rapper and actor. He is considered by many to be one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time. He released four studio albums between 1991 and 1996, and has sold over 75 million records worldwide. He was tragically murdered in 1996 at the age of 25. His legacy continues to live on through his music and influence.