Music Fans Made Him A No. 1 Recording Star

Jet, August 27, 2001

This adorable baby has grown up to make quite a name for himself in the world of show business. He has become a handsome and gifted multiplatinum-selling R&B recording artist, phenomenal dancer, and sought-after TV and movie star. Do you know who he is? Find out his identity on page 61.

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THEN ... AND NOW

The cute little boy on page 18 is none other than multitalented entertainer Usher who graces the cover of this issue. He talks about his new CD and reveals to his scores of fans what he likes in a woman on page 56.

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