15 Things You Didn't Know About Cuba Gooding Jr.

He showed us the money, but we're showing you the facts.

15 Things You Didn't Know About Cuba Gooding Jr. - Cuba Gooding Jr.'s got about 81 film and television credits to his name, including the classic Boyz n the Hood, where we first noticed his strength as an actor. But did you know these fun facts about the thespian?   (Photo: Mike Marsland/WireImage)
Cuba's Got Moves - Did you know that Gooding was a backup dancer for Paula Abdul?  (Photo: Harry Langdon/Getty Images)
Good Wins the Gold - Gooding won the Academy Award for his portrayal of Rod Tidwell in the movie Jerry Maguire. (Photo: TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP/Getty Images)
Don't Test His Gangster  - Gooding is originally from the Bronx.  (Photo: TriStar/Getty Images)You'll Remember My Name - In 2002, Gooding's contributions to the film industry were recognized when he received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  (Photo: Jean-Paul Aussenard/WireImage)

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