Mariah Carey was born in Huntington, Long Island, New York on March 27, 1970. When she was 18 she signed with Columbia Records and had four number 1 singles within her first album. Mariah is one of the best-selling female artists. Her voice can range more than 5 octaves. In 2012 she was chosen for a season 12 judge for American Idol. In her second marriage with Nick Cannon, she had twins, Moroccan and Monroe. After 6 years they got divorced which was finalized 2 years later. Other than music and love life, Mariah also fundraising for the Fresh-Air Fund. After graduating high school, she moved to Manhattan where she worked as a waitress, coat check girl, and studied cosmetology. The only free time she had was at night which is when she would
Demi Lovato, the well known actress and singer, is a famous icon all around the world as she overcame her self harm, depression, and eating disorder. At only age seven, Demi was already under the spotlight when she featured on the barney and friends show, leading to her own show and starring in movies for disney. However, that was when she developed her health problems. At a very young age, Demi suffered from bulimia, which eventually led to cutting, and her diagnosis of being bipolar. The young star, now 23, hid her health issues for years as she was portrayed by the media as the happy it girl who has her own show. It wasn’t until she broke down in 2010, and seeked for help at age 18.
The Greek philosopher Aristotle defines a tragic hero as a morally-bound protagonist whose flaws develop into a downfall, suffering or defeat. Tragic heroes were first introduced in Greek mythology, though many celebrities and athletes in today’s media prove to have similar qualities. One celebrity in particular who embodies the role of tragic hero is Demi Lovato. Lovato knew that by entering the world of Disney, she could potentially end up like the several teens stars before her, including Britney Spears and Lindsay Lohan. Though Lovato attempted to avoid the teen star stereotype of early fame and a rapid downfall, she found herself falling down the same path of those before her.
Alicia Augello Cook was born on January 25th 1981 in New York. Alicia started playing the piano at age seven and began to take piano lessons. She grew up in a single family household with her mother due to her father’s absence at the age of five. Alicia first noticed her passion in music at a very young age and always dreamt of making it big and performing but never thought that it would actually happen. She had a lot of faith and took everything she did very seriously.
Bobbi Kristina passed away at the age of 22. According to CNN, July 27, 2015, Bobbi Krisitna left this world surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of Bobbi Brown and the late Whitney Houston. The Houston family released a statement, “She is finally at peace in the arms of God. We want to again thank everyone for their tremendous amount of love and support during these last few months.” On January 31, 2015, Bobbi Kristina was found face down and unresponsive in her bathtub, by Max Lomas. While Max dialed 911, her unofficial husband Nick Gordon administered CPR. She was transported to the North Fulton Hospital in Roswell, Georgia. They placed her on a ventilator. They pronounced her brain dead, so the family moved her to the Emory University
Vanessa Williams is a sixty three year old female of African Canadian descent. Pre-existing medical conditions include, rheumatoid arthritis and gestational diabetes. Surgical history consists of a cesarian section during the birth of her first child in 1986 as well as a knee arthroscopy after fracturing it during a biking accident in 2000. There is no history of blood transfusion and any other comorbidity.
Beyonce Giselle Knowles Carter have done many things to contribute to the music world.Singer,songwriter,and actress Ms.Beyonce Knowles started her singing career at an early age.Beyonce first producer was Arne Frager.The first song she ever produced was Dangerously in love. Beyonce was in this girl group destiny's child.Destiny child started in 1969, and that's when her music career took off.The girl group have 10 hit records.After destiny's child was over beyonce started her solo career.
Imagine growing up in Virginia and singing to people on the street while standing on an overturned trash can.Years later you win a Grammy for Best Rap Solo Performance? Well, believe it or not Melissa Annette Elliott. She is also known as Missy Elliott. Missy Elliott’s background, personal qualities and accomplishments all lead up to why she got where she is now.
Whitney Houston was born on August 9, 1963, in Newark, New Jersey, into a talented singing family. The youngest of three children, her mother, Cissy, was a successful backing singer. Whitney's singing career began in the local gospel choir but she quickly graduated to backing singing with the likes of Lou Rawls and Chaka Khan, when she also worked as a model. At the age of 18, Whitney was signed to record label Arista Records, with whom she produced the album, 'Whitney Houston' with 'Saving All My Love For You' earning her a Grammy Award. Her second album, the uninspiringly titled 'Whitney', was the first album by a woman to enter at number one in the charts. Its first four singles all made #1 in the Billboard chart. 'I Wanna Dance With Somebody
Everyone knows Whitney Houston, Right? Whitney Houston was a singer/actress. Whitney Houston, born August 9, 1963 to John and Emily “Cissy” Houston, was born into a musical family. Her mother, Cissy, was a background singer. She recorded songs for Aretha Franklin at Atlantic Records Studio in New York.
Carrie Marie Underwood was born on March 10, 1983 to Stephen Underwood and Carole Underwood in Muskogee, Oklahoma. She grew up on a small farm with her two sisters, Stephanie U. Shelton and Shanna Underwood Means. Her father was a Sawmill worker in Oklahoma and her mother was an elementary school teacher. Infact Underwood’s parents almost named her Stacy and she grew up with a pet duck. Underwood always grew up listening to mostly country music, pop, and went to church with her family every Sunday.
Beyonce Knowles, daughter of Tina and Mathew Knowles, was born on September 4, 1981, in Houston, Texas. As a child she was a shy child her parents put her in a dance class to try and get her to not be as shy. She did love to dance so she didn’t really mind. The dance teacher then heard her sing and she convinced Beyonce to go into the talent show, and she won. Ever since then she loved singing. She grew up around it because her parents would always have music playing. From then on she continued to do what she loved and that was singing. By her thirtieth birthday she was known internationally for being a famous singer, songwriter, and an actor. Therefore, Beyonce Knowles is a significant person because she was the lead vocalist of the R&B group Destiny’s Child, being a top selling artist with sold out tours, and she followed her dreams of being known as an actor and singer.
Melissa Arnette Elliott AKA Missy Elliott was born on July 1, 1971 in Portsmouth, Virginia to Ronnie Elliott a U.S Marine Officer, and Patricia Elliott a Power Company Coordinator. Ever since Missy was a child she wanted to be a performer, but no one ever paid any attention to her. As a child her father’s anger and violence affected her deeply growing up, eventually her and her mom left her father’s home. Missy took her first steps in the world of music by forming & R&B group Fayze with her friends. In 1991 she caught the attention of Jodeci member and producer, Devante.
Known as the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald is one of the greatest American jazz singers of all time. Ella grew up in the chaotic streets of Harlem listening to a variety of pop, blues, and jazz artists, as she developed a unique style of jazz voice that represented combined elements of American culture. Ella Fitzgerald helped to not only popularize jazz, which was seen as a feeder of the rebellious 1920s lifestyle, but she also aided in the acceptance of American music of the black female. Her music proved to powerfully advance racial relationships and the role of women in the American music industry.
Diana Ross is internationally known. With a career spanning for over 40 years, Ross is by far one of the best female entertainers of all time. Diana Ross began her career as a singer that evolved as an actress. She began as a member of a famous singing group, which grew into world-wide fame, riches, and family. Diana has led a rags-to-riches life that is one to be admired.
Beyonce’, the most beautiful women in the world. So I think so; she is an inspiring lady in the society. I have plenty of reasons to prove that she’s a great lady in the society. Beyonce’ loves to give and cherish; Beyonce’ is a caring person. She’s also known with her great music that she makes. Beyonce’, also known to be in the central attention of the media is known around the world.