The Evolution of Bow Wow

Take a look back at his growth from pup to top dog.

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The Evolution of Bow Wow - Bow Wow was born Shad Gregory Moss on March 9, 1987, in Columbus, Ohio.(Photo: Reuters)
The Evolution of Bow Wow\r  - While other kids were learning how to tie their shoes, Bow Wow was learning how to rap. When Snoop Dogg came to Columbus on tour in 1993, a 6-year-old Moss managed to get onstage and rhyme. Snoop was blown away — not only did he give Moss his stage name, Lil Bow Wow, but he brought him along to perform on the remaining tour dates.\r \r(Photo: Reuters)The Evolution of Bow Wow - The following year, Bow Wow met superstar producer Jermaine Dupri, who guided his development and career early on.  (Photo: Daniel Kern/Getty Images)

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The Evolution of Bow Wow\r  - He ain't so Lil' no more. Believe it or not, Bow Wow has been in the game for over 10 years. He had platinum records before T.I., Kanye or even 50 Cent. He's starred in movies and dated the hottest women in the game. Not bad for a former preteen idol, huh? Today Bow Wow, who's currently working on his Young Money debut, is stopping by 106 & Park to give daps to the Livest Audience. But first, let's take a look back at his growth from pup to top dog. \r \r \r(Photo: Evan Agostini/PictureGroup)

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