David Bowie

David Bowie (1947-2016) was a pioneering British musician and actor. He achieved widespread fame with his 1972 album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars," introducing his alter ego Ziggy Stardust. In 1977, he released "Heroes," a seminal track in his Berlin Trilogy, co-produced with Brian Eno. Bowie's 1983 album "Let's Dance" marked his commercial peak, featuring hits like "Let's Dance" and "China Girl." He also starred in films such as "The Man Who Fell to Earth" (1976). Bowie won numerous awards, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006. His innovative approach to music and performance art made him a distinctive figure in pop culture.