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Marshall Bruce Mathers III, known professionally as Eminem, is a pivotal figure in the music industry, particularly in the genre of hip-hop. Born on October 17, 1972, Eminem has become one of the most successful and influential musicians of the 21st century. His career is marked by both critical acclaim and controversy, with his music often reflecting his personal struggles, social commentary, and innovative storytelling. Here is a timeline of some of the most significant events and milestones in Eminem's career.
October 17, 1972
Birth of Marshall Bruce Mathers III
Eminem was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, and later settled in Warren, Michigan.
1989
Drops Out of High School
Due to excessive truancy and failing Grade 9 twice, Eminem dropped out of high school.
1995
Birth of Daughter Hailie Jade Mathers
Eminem's daughter, Hailie Jade, was born on Christmas Day to his then-girlfriend Kimberly Anne Scott.
1996
Release of Debut Album "Infinite"
Eminem's first full studio album, "Infinite," was released under Web Entertainment but did not achieve significant commercial success.
February 1999
Release of "The Slim Shady LP"
Signed with Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment, Eminem released "The Slim Shady LP," which became a huge success and launched his career.
June 14, 1999
Marriage to Kimberly Anne Scott
Eminem married Kimberly Anne Scott, with whom he had a daughter, Hailie Jade Mathers.
May 23, 2000
Release of "The Marshall Mathers LP"
This album sold 1.76 million copies in its first week and became one of the best-selling albums worldwide, winning the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.
April 6, 2002
Release of "The Eminem Show"
The album featured popular songs like "Without Me," "Cleaning Out My Closet," and "Superman," and was a critical and commercial success.
May 15, 2009
"Relapse"
After a hiatus, Eminem returned with "Relapse," produced largely by Dr. Dre, which was certified 2x platinum.
June 18, 2010
Release of "Recovery"
This album sold 741,000 copies in its first week, topping the Billboard 200 chart and becoming one of the best-selling albums worldwide in 2010.
January 12, 2020
Release of "Music to Be Murdered By"
A surprise album featuring various artists, which debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 chart and sold 279,000 units in its first week.
