Rap stars get into the Christmas spirit

Rapper Jay-Z showed off his generous side on Christmas morning by handing out toys to Brooklyn, New York's disadvantaged kids. The recently-retired star handed out gifts at Brooklyn's Marcy Projects Recreation Center.

Mon, 27 Dec, 2004 - 19:36

Jay-Z donated more than $10,000 (€7,300) worth of toys and hosted a Christmas dinner for residents of the neighbourhood he was raised in.

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