Kelvin Mercer
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 17, 1969 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
- Active Years
- 1959–2026 (68 Years)
- Total Credits
- 27 credits in database
Biography
Kelvin Mercer was born on August 17, 1969, in The Bronx, New York City, New York, and is also from East Massapequa, New York. He is an American rapper and record producer who is best known for his work as one third of the hip hop trio De La Soul. He is also known by his stage names Posdnuos and Plug 1, as well as occasionally going by Pos. In his career on the movie database, he is listed under acting with 26 known credits, and his gender is male. Beginning with the highly acclaimed album 3 Feet High and Rising in 1989, Mercer has released nine albums with De La Soul and is considered one of the most consistent and underrated MCs of all time through his work with the group.
Career overview
Kelvin Mercer was born on August 17, 1969, in The Bronx, New York City, New York, and is also from East Massapequa, New York. He is an American rapper and record producer who is best known for his work as one third of the hip hop trio De La Soul. Throughout his career, he has also been known by the stage names Posdnuos, Plug 1, and occasionally Pos.
As a professional in the entertainment industry, Mercer has accumulated known credits in acting, with a total of twenty-six known credits listed on his profile. His work in the media and performance fields is centered primarily around his contributions to music and his long-standing role within De La Soul.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
27 titles- Gorillaz: Live at Rock Werchter 2026 (2026)
- Wu-Tang Clan & Nas: NY State of Mind Tour at Climate Pledge Arena (2024) as Self
- A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop (2023) as Self
- All Up in the Biz (2023) as Self
- The Choice Is Yours (2023) as Self
- The Fabulous Chi Ali (2019) as Self
- Gorillaz: Demon Dayz Festival (2017) as Self
- We're Still Here (Now).... A Documentary about nobody (2016) as Self
- De La Soul Is Not Dead: The Documentary (2016) as Himself
- De La Soul Is Not Dead: The Documentary (2016) Writer
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self - Musical Guest
- Teen Titans Go! (2013) as Pos Plug Won (voice)
- The Making of Plastic Beach (2010) as Self
- Gorillaz: Live at Roundhouse in London (2010) as Posdnuos
- Gorillaz: Plastic Beach Live at La Musicale (2010)
- De La Soul - Me, Myself & I (2009) as Himself
- Bananaz (2008) as Self
- Gorillaz: Demon Days Live at the Manchester Opera House (2006) as Self - "Feel Good Inc."
- Gorillaz: Demon Days Live in Harlem at Apollo Theater (2006) as Self
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Musical Guest
- Brown Sugar (2002) as Self - Posdnuos [De La Soul]
- Free Tibet (1998) as Posdnuos - De La Soul
- Men in Black (1997) Songs
- MTV Europe Music Awards (1994) as Self - Presenter
- Yo! MTV Raps (1988) as Self
- The Grammys (1959) as Self
- Gorillaz Tottenham Hotspur Stadium documentary as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kelvin Mercer best known for?
Kelvin Mercer is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014), Teen Titans Go! (2013), Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003), Men in Black (1997).
When and where was Kelvin Mercer born?
Kelvin Mercer was born on August 17, 1969 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Kelvin Mercer have?
Kelvin Mercer has accumulated over 27 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1959 to 2026.
What is Kelvin Mercer's background in cinema and television?
Kelvin Mercer was born on August 17, 1969, in The Bronx, New York City, New York, and is also from East Massapequa, New York. He is an American rapper and record producer who is best known for his work as one third of the hip hop trio De La Soul. He is also known by his stage names Posdnuos and Plug 1, as well as occas...
Kelvin Mercer by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- MTV Europe Music Awards (1994) as Self - Presenter — aged about 24
- The Grammys (1959) as Self — aged about 10
- Teen Titans Go! (2013) as Pos Plug Won (voice) — aged about 43
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self - Musical Guest — aged about 44
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Musical Guest — aged about 33
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