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Madonna
- In these groups:
- Ladies of Pop Music
- Famous Moms
- Gap-Toothed Grinners
Madonna
Film Actress, Singer / 1958 -
Pop legend Madonna is known for her constant reinvention as a performer. Her biggest hits include "Papa Don't Preach," "Like a Prayer" and "Vogue."
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Phil Spector
- In these groups:
- Fatally Famous
- Ugly Inside and Out
- Fantastic Facial Hair
Phil Spector
Murderer, Musician / 1940 -
Phil Spector is best known for writing several No. 1 hit songs, and for being convicted of the murder of Lana Clarkson.
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Jay-Z
- In these groups:
- Famous Celebrity Couples
- Musical Monikers
- Name Changers
Jay-Z
Entrepreneur, Music Producer, Rapper / 1969 -
Rapper and hip-hop entrepreneur Jay-Z has won Grammy Awards, helmed Def Jam Records, created a clothing line, and married Beyoncé Knowles.
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Eminem
- In these groups:
- Musical Monikers
- Name Changers
- Sober Celebs
Eminem
Film Actor, Music Producer, Rapper / 1972 -
Eminem is an American rapper, record producer, and actor, who is known as one of the most controversial and best-selling artists of the early 21st century.
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Richard Branson
- In these groups:
- Famous Dropouts
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous People Named Richard
Richard Branson
Entrepreneur / 1950 -
Entrepreneur Richard Branson launched Virgin Records in 1973. Today Virgin Group holds more than 200 companies in more than 30 countries.
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Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse
Entrepreneur, Songwriter, Singer / 1983 - 2011
Amy Winehouse won five Grammy Awards for her 2006 album Back to Black, and is remembered for songs like "Rehab," "Back to Black" and "Valerie." She died in 2011, at age 27.
profile name: Madonna profile occupation: Film Actress, Singer
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profile name: Jay-Z profile occupation: Entrepreneur, Music Producer, Rapper
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profile name: Eminem profile occupation: Film Actor, Music Producer, Rapper
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profile name: Phil Spector profile occupation: Murderer, Musician
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profile name: Richard Branson profile occupation: Entrepreneur
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profile name: Amy Winehouse profile occupation: Entrepreneur, Songwriter, Singer
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USO Entertainers
USO Entertainers
View groupThe United Service Organization was founded in 1941, as a way to provide morale to service members through entertainment. Hollywood was happy to promote its patriotism (and its stars), and sent entertainers to combat zones, often in danger, to perform for the troops. From Marilyn Monroe to Stephen Colbert, many of the biggest names in showbiz have put on shows for the American service members around the world. Check out these famous USO entertainers.
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Ladies of Pop Music
Ladies of Pop Music
View groupMadonna unapologetically celebrated and monetized her sexuality when she began her career in the 1980s. Her bold behavior paved the way for other female performers—including Cyndi Lauper, Britney Spears, and Janet Jackson—giving them the freedom to explore previously taboo roles and take control of their image and career.
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