Madonna

Born:August 16, 1958

Place of Birth:Bay City, Michigan, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Madonna Louise Ciccone, better known as Madonna, was born on August 16, 1958, in Bay City, Michigan. Her journey to stardom began when she moved to New York City in 1977 to pursue a career in modern dance. Little did the world know that this ambitious young woman would soon become a cultural icon and one of the most influential figures in contemporary music.

Breaking into the music scene with her debut album in 1983, Madonna quickly rose to fame by pushing boundaries with her lyrical content and groundbreaking music videos. Hits like "Like a Virgin," "Vogue," and "Hung Up" solidified her status as a pop sensation. Her diverse musical productions and bold imagery garnered both critical acclaim and controversy, establishing her as a lightning rod for discussions on art and society.

Beyond her music career, Madonna ventured into acting, earning a Golden Globe Award for her role in "Evita" (1996). While some of her film appearances received mixed reviews, her versatility and determination shone through in every role she took on. Not one to be confined by a single art form, Madonna also delved into fashion design, writing children's books, and even directing and producing films.

With over 300 million records sold worldwide, Madonna holds the title of the best-selling female recording artist of all time. Her impact on the music industry is undeniable, with numerous chart-topping hits and a place in history as one of the most successful solo artists on the Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Artists list. In 2008, she was rightfully inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, solidifying her legacy as an enduring force in the world of music.

Madonna's influence extends far beyond her music and acting career. As a savvy businesswoman, she signed a groundbreaking $120 million contract with Live Nation in 2007, setting a new standard for artists in the industry. Her ability to reinvent herself both musically and visually has captivated audiences for decades, earning her a spot on Time's list of the "25 Most Powerful Women of the Past Century."

In 2024, Madonna made history once again by breaking the record for the most attended stand-alone concert by any artist. With 1.6 million people gathered at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, she cemented her status as a trailblazer and an unstoppable force in the world of entertainment. Madonna's legacy continues to inspire generations of artists and fans alike, proving that she is truly a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.

Images

Filmography

Acting

Die Another Day

Verity (uncredited)

2002

James Bond is sent to investigate the connection between a North Korean terrorist and a diamond mogul, who is funding the development of an international space weapon.

Arthur and the Invisibles

Princess Selenia (voice)

2006

Arthur is a spirited ten-year old whose parents are away looking for work, whose eccentric grandfather has been missing for several years, and who lives with his grandmother in a country house that, in two days, will be repossessed, torn down, and turned into a block of flats unless Arthur's grandfather returns to sign some papers and pay off the family debt. Arthur discovers that the key to success lies in his own descent into the land of the Minimoys, creatures no larger than a tooth, whom his grandfather helped relocate to their garden. Somewhere among them is hidden a pile of rubies, too. Can Arthur be of stout heart and save the day? Romance beckons as well, and a villain lurks.

Four Rooms

Elspeth

1995

It's Ted the Bellhop's first night on the job...and the hotel's very unusual guests are about to place him in some outrageous predicaments. It seems that this evening's room service is serving up one unbelievable happening after another.

A League of Their Own

Mae Mordabito (CF)

1992

As America's stock of athletic young men is depleted during World War II, a professional all-female baseball league springs up in the Midwest, funded by publicity-hungry candy maker Walter Harvey. Competitive sisters Dottie Hinson and Kit Keller spar with each other, scout Ernie Capadino and grumpy has-been coach Jimmy Dugan on their way to fame.

Body of Evidence

Rebeca Carlson

1993

When an elderly millionaire is found dead with cocaine in his system, his will leaves $8 million to Rebecca Carlson, who was having an affair with him. District attorney Robert Garrett decides to prosecute Rebecca, arguing that she deliberately engaged in wild sex with the old man to overexcite him and lead to his premature death. Defense attorney Frank Dulaney defends Rebecca in court while getting sucked into a dangerous affair with her.

Evita

Eva Perón

1996

The hit musical based on the life of Evita Duarte, a B-movie Argentinian actress who eventually became the wife of Argentinian president and dictator Juan Perón, and the most beloved and hated woman in Argentina.

Avicii - I'm Tim

Self - Singer (archive footage)

2024

Before Avicii, there was Tim. Through his own words, witness how a prodigious musical talent became one of the defining artists of his generation.

Dick Tracy

Breathless Mahoney

1990

The comic strip detective finds his life vastly complicated when Breathless Mahoney makes advances towards him while he is trying to battle Big Boy Caprice's united mob.

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Self

2025

Untold stories behind the culture-defining and newsmaking musical performances, sketches and cameos of the past 50 years.

Vision Quest

Singer

1985

After deciding he needs to do something meaningful with his life, high school wrestler Louden Swain sets out on a mission to drop weight and challenge the area's undefeated champion, which creates problems with his teammates and health. Matters are complicated further when Louden's father takes in an attractive female drifter who's on her way to San Francisco.

Desperately Seeking Susan

Susan

1985

A bored New Jersey suburban housewife's fascination with a free-spirited woman she has read about in the personal columns leads to her being mistaken for the woman herself and into a chaotic adventure of amnesia and self-discovery.

Beastie Boys Story

Self (archive footage)

2020

Here's a little story they're about to tell... Mike Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of their band and 40 years of friendship in a live documentary experience directed by friend, collaborator, and their former grandfather, Spike Jonze.

Propaganda

Self (archive footage)

2013

An anti-western propaganda film about the influences of American visual and consumption culture on the rest of the world, as told from a North Korean perspective.

Production

Die Another Day

Theme Song Performance

2002

James Bond is sent to investigate the connection between a North Korean terrorist and a diamond mogul, who is funding the development of an international space weapon.

Agent Cody Banks

Executive Producer

2003

Recruited by the U.S. government to be a special agent, nerdy teenager Cody Banks must get closer to cute classmate Natalie in order to learn about an evil plan hatched by her father. But despite the agent persona, Cody struggles with teen angst.

Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London

Executive Producer

2004

With all-new gadgets, high-flying action, exciting chases and a wisecracking new handler, Derek (Anthony Anderson), Cody has to retrieve the device before the world's leaders fall under the evil control of a diabolical villain.

With Honors

Theme Song Performance

1994

Convinced he'll graduate with honors because of his thesis paper, a stuffy Harvard student finds his paper being held hostage by a homeless man, who might be the guy to school the young man in life.