2017 holiday
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In 1993, Tupac Shakur was already one of the most popular figures in entertainment, starring in films with Janet Jackson and releasing his second critically acclaimed studio album. But with all the trappings of fame and fortune, coupled with his dangerous lifestyle, Tupac needed a diversion. Enter the Malibu Grand Prix, a popular go-kart racing and entertainment center at the time. Shakur was evidently a big fan, as he was issued this Malibu Grand Prix Virage Racing License on June 6th, 1993.
This racing license features a 1 x 1 ¼ inch headshot of Shakur, who is wearing a backwards white snapback cap and his trademark nose stud. Tupac has signed this license in black ballpoint pen, writing “Thug Life” in all capital letters beneath his signature. “12” is written in black pen next to the “Location” section, and the date is written as “93 6 6” on the same line. “Shakur” is written at the bottom of this license in black ballpoint pen, while “Malibu Grand Prix Virage Racing License” is printed in blue, red, and black letters along the top of this plastic card. This license measures roughly 3 3/8 x 2 inches, and has been laminated. This item comes with a LOA from Steve Grad of Beckett Authentication.