Mr. T taught me a lesson every kid on Chicago's South Side needs to hear

Laurence Tureaud, known professionally as Mr. T, grew up in the Robert Taylor Homes public housing complex on Chicago's South Side before later residing in Lake Forest. Tureaud has attributed his personal development to faith, hard work, and self-respect. Tureaud is known for his acting career, including roles in the film Rocky III and the television series The A-Team.

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