Kennedy Meeks' name is etched in UNC history. Now he’s trying to carve out a hip-hop career

Posted Oct 20, 2022
It’s been 5 1/2 years since Kennedy Meeks blocked the shot then stole the basketball to seal UNC’s NCAA championship victory over Gonzaga — and according to the 27-year-old former UNC center, Tar Heels fans still won’t stop talking about it. Now he’s making a play to get people to recognize him not for his athletic ability, but for his artistic talents. (MSN.com)

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