Madonna

Madonna, born Madonna Louise Ciccone on August 16, 1958, in Bay City, Michigan, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She gained immense popularity in the 1980s with hits like "Like a Virgin" (1984) and "Material Girl" (1985). Her 1990 album "The Immaculate Collection" became one of the best-selling compilation albums of all time. In addition to her music career, Madonna starred in the critically acclaimed film "Evita" (1996), for which she won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress. Throughout her career, she has sold over 300 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling female recording artists. In 2008, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.