Madonna: Like an Icon - Updated Edition

Madonna is one of the most successful and influential entertainers of all time. With a career spanning over four decades, she has sold over 300 million records worldwide and has won numerous awards, including 7 Grammy Awards, 20 MTV Video Music Awards, and 2 Golden Globe Awards. Her music, fashion, and personal life have all been the subject of intense scrutiny and debate, but there is no doubt that she is one of the most iconic figures in popular culture.

Madonna: Like an Icon, Updated Edition

by Lucy O'Brien

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Madonna: Like an Icon - Updated Edition is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and career of this enigmatic superstar. Drawing on exclusive interviews with Madonna herself, as well as with her family, friends, and colleagues, author Lucy O'Brien paints a vivid portrait of a complex and fascinating woman.

Early Life and Career

Madonna Louise Ciccone was born on August 16, 1958, in Bay City, Michigan. She was the third of eight children in a devout Catholic family. Her mother died when Madonna was five years old, and her father remarried a few years later. Madonna had a difficult relationship with her stepmother, and she often felt like an outsider in her own family.

Madonna began singing and dancing at a young age, and she moved to New York City in 1978 to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. She worked as a waitress and a dancer before signing a contract with Sire Records in 1982. Her debut album, Madonna, was released in 1983 and was a commercial success.

Superstardom

Madonna's second album, Like a Virgin, was released in 1984 and was a global smash. The album spawned several hit singles, including "Like a Virgin" and "Material Girl," and Madonna became a household name. She followed up the success of Like a Virgin with a series of hit albums, including True Blue (1986),Like a Prayer (1989),and The Immaculate Collection (1990).

In the 1990s, Madonna continued to release hit albums and singles, and she also starred in several films, including A League of Their Own (1992) and Evita (1996). She also became increasingly involved in social and political activism, and she spoke out on issues such as AIDS, homophobia, and sexism.

The 21st Century

Madonna has continued to release new music and star in films in the 21st century. She has also been involved in a number of business ventures, including her own fashion line and a series of children's books. In 2013, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Legacy

Madonna is one of the most successful and influential entertainers of all time. Her music, fashion, and personal life have all been the subject of intense scrutiny and debate, but there is no doubt that she is one of the most iconic figures in popular culture.

Madonna: Like an Icon - Updated Edition is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and career of this enigmatic superstar. Drawing on exclusive interviews with Madonna herself, as well as with her family, friends, and colleagues, author Lucy O'Brien paints a vivid portrait of a complex and fascinating woman.

Madonna is a true icon. She has been a pioneer in the music industry, and she has pushed the boundaries of what is considered acceptable for women in society. She is a role model for millions around the world, and her influence is likely to continue for many years to come.

Madonna: Like an Icon, Updated Edition

by Lucy O'Brien

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	67823 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	445 pages

FREE