In photos: LL Cool J: 20 images of the hip-hop icon – All Photos

Hip-hop icon LL Cool J is best known for his hit songs “Going Back to Cali,” “Mama Said Knock You Out,” “Doin’ It,” and “Headsprung,” and for starring in “NCIS: Los Angeles,” “Deep Blue Sea” and “Halloween H20.” LL Cool J has released his first album in 10 years titled “The Force.” Here’s a look back at his career through the years.