LL Cool J: How I fought off home intruder

Rapper/actor and 2013 Grammy Awards host LL Cool J has had lots of memorable moments to chat about over his legendary career. However, there’s one memory he hasn’t spoken publicly about—until now. Back in August 2012, LL’s Los Angeles-area home was broken into in the middle of the night . While his family slept, the entertainer woke to an unusual noise, went downstairs, and took down the stranger single-handedly. He punched the man—described by authorities as a 56-year-old transient—and pinned him down until police arrived. The intruder ended up suffering a broken nose and jaw and was charged with first-degree burglary. LL and his family were unhurt. At the time of the incident, the star released a statement assuring fans that he and his family were okay, and thanking them for their concern. However, months later, he has finally opened up to…