Ice Spice Makes Hollywood Debut Alongside Denzel Washington in Spike Lee's New Crime Thriller

The image to describe a meteoric career should use the face of Ice Spice. In addition to her success in music, the Dominican-American rapper is now making her acting debut in Spike Lee's latest project, an English-language remake of "High and Low," the acclaimed crime thriller by iconic Japanese filmmaker Akira Kurosawa.

As an icing on the cake, Ice Spice is joined by legendary actor Denzel Washington, with whom Lee has previously collaborated on several celebrated films, including "Mo' Better Blues" and "Inside Man." The participation of Ice Spice, plus the duo of Lee and Washington, promises a spectacular cinematic experience.

High and Low

Based on Ed McBain's novel "King's Ransom," the film revolves around the downfall of a businessman following a kidnapping and ransom saga.

This narrative formed the core of Kurosawa's 1963 film starring Toshiro Mifune. The project, to be released theatrically by A24, followed by a world premiere on AppleTV+, marks a wonderful start to Ice Spice's acting career. She could play the role of the secretary or the love interest.

An incredible career

Ice Spice's illustrates the captivating trajectory of a true modern icon. Isis Naija Gastón was born in the Bronx, New York, to a Dominican mother and a Nigerian father, She discovered her musical calling while attending the State University of New York at Purchase.

Although volleyball was her first passion, she later turned to music after connecting with record producer RiotUSA. Ice Spice broke into the music world with her initial tracks, "Bully Freestyle" and "Name of Love," which gained followers on social networks like SoundCloud and Instagram.

However, it was her hit "Munch (Feelin' U)," released in August 2022, that catapulted her to fame.

This track, along with others such as "Bikini Bottom" and "In Ha Mood," appears on her debut EP, "Like...?". Her unique style, characterized by simplicity and approachability, has struck a chord with audiences. Her songs, deeply rooted in her New York heritage, reflect his personal and musical evolution.

Ice Spice's amazing 2024

The rapper started this year attending the Super Bowl with Taylor Swift. She was also part of the Starry commercial. Besides the announcement of her cinematic debut, Ice Spice will also be at Coachella this weekend.

Her net worth, estimated at about $2 million in 2023, underscores the commercial success her music and live performances have brought her. This financial achievement is complemented by her foray into the fashion world, as a model for Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand SKIMS and campaigns such as Dukin Donuts with Ben Affleck.