Twista
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 27, 1973 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Active Years
- 1993–2025 (33 Years)
- Total Credits
- 15 credits in database
Biography
Carl Terrell Mitchell, born November 27, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois, is an American rapper, recording artist, and record producer also known by the stage names Twista, Tung Twista, Tounge Twista, and Conte. He is known for his chopper style of rapping and for once holding the title of fastest rapper in the world according to Guinness World Records in 1992, when he was able to pronounce 598 syllables in 55 seconds. His fastest peak burst occurred on DJ Kay Slay's track Rolling 50 Deep, reaching a rate of 14.07 syllables per second. Under the name Tung Twista, he released his first album, Runnin Off at da Mouth, in 1992. Throughout his career, he has accumulated fourteen known credits in the acting field.
Career overview
Carl Terrell Mitchell, born on November 27, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois, is an American recording artist, rapper, and record producer also known by his former stage name Tung Twista, as well as Tounge Twista and Conte. He is best known for his chopper style of rapping and for previously holding the Guinness World Record title in 1992 as the fastest rapper in the world, being able to pronounce 598 syllables in 55 seconds. His fastest peak burst occurred on DJ Kay Slay's track Rolling 50 Deep, where he reached 14.07 syllables per second. Under the name Tung Twista, he released his first album, Runnin' Off at da Mouth, in 1992.
In the film and television industry, Mitchell has accumulated 14 known acting credits. His professional background spans both recording artistry and acting engagements documented within industry databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
15 titles- Everybody's Live with John Mulaney (2025) as Self (Pre-Tape Segment) (uncredited)
- Primary Position (2023) as Old School
- To Tell the Truth (2016) as Self
- Lady Gaga: iTunes Festival 2013 (2013) as Self
- Mr. Immortality: The Life and Times of Twista (2011) as Self
- Mr. Immortality: The Life and Times of Twista (2011) Executive Producer
- DJ SWB Volume 6 | This Is How We Do (2009) as Self
- DJ Cinema Presents: Masterpiece Theater Blend Dvd (2009) as Self (archive footage)
- Kiss and Tail: The Hollywood Jumpoff (2009) as Self
- NBA Street Series Dunks! Volume 1 (2005) Music
- Beef III (2005) as Self
- All of Us (2003)
- TRL (1998)
- MADtv (1995) as Self
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Musical Guest
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Twista best known for?
Twista is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Everybody's Live with John Mulaney (2025), To Tell the Truth (2016), The Bridge (1959), TRL (1998).
When and where was Twista born?
Twista was born on November 27, 1973 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does Twista have?
Twista has accumulated over 15 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1993 to 2025.
What is Twista's background in cinema and television?
Carl Terrell Mitchell, born November 27, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois, is an American rapper, recording artist, and record producer also known by the stage names Twista, Tung Twista, Tounge Twista, and Conte. He is known for his chopper style of rapping and for once holding the title of fastest rapper in the world accord...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Musical Guest — aged about 19
- All of Us (2003) — aged about 29
- Everybody's Live with John Mulaney (2025) as Self (Pre-Tape Segment) (uncredited) — aged about 51
- To Tell the Truth (2016) as Self — aged about 42
- TRL (1998) — aged about 24
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