Madonna Biography

Madonna Early Life

Controversial Madonna has etched her mark in music's history. She has achieved remarkable fame during the past 20 years of her career by dominating the music charts, hitting the silver screen and entering the publishing industry. Madonna established herself early as a pop icon and loved being the center of attention.

Being damned and banned by many people and institutions for her shameless self-exposure and naked ambition did little to slow down her album sales. The "Boy Toy" appeared in albums, videos, movies and books with an image of a sex-crazed woman. Often the public preferred discussing her lifestyle and personal life rather than discuss her music. Although Madonna's image today seems to have gone through a metamorphosis, she continues to keep complete control of her music and image.

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Madonna at the Costume Institute Gala

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Madonna in Wig and Schoolgirl Outfit

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Madonna at 2009 Vanity Fair Oscar party

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Madonna for Vogue Brazil December 2008 - by Steven Klein

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Madonna In Black Heading to Kabbalah

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Madonna News

Madonna Opens Gym in Mexico City

11/30/2010

Hundreds of fans turned out to see singer and fitness fanatic Madonna open her first gym in Mexico City.

The 52-year-old taught a short dance lesson to a handful of Hard Candy members at the event.

The name is taken from her eleventh studio album, which topped the charts around the world in 2008.

"It's a sexy name that gives you the opportunity to have fun and to build strength as far as the imagination will allow," she said.

The star, who ... (read more)

Madonna thinks Mr. Schuester of Glee is very cute

04/16/2010

In next week's Glee episode, The Power of Madonna, Mr. Schuester (Matthew Morrison) is concerned that the girls in the glee club are being disrespected and bullied by the male members.

He turns to Madonna and her musical message of equality as inspiration, and challenges the team to choose Madonna songs as their next assignment. He hopes the girls embrace Madonna's strength, independence and confidence so that the guys will see the errors of their misogynistic ways.

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Madonna Casts Lourdes In Her Edward VIII Film

03/29/2010

"She's arranged a small role for Lourdes. It's not a significant part but it will give her a good taste of life in the movie business."

"Lourdes has made it clear she wants some kind of career in the entertainment industry and her mum is more than happy to help."

Madonna To Launch Fashion Lines

03/11/2010

Madonna and Iconix Brand Group on Wednesday unveiled a joint venture to launch fashion brands globally, starting with a juniors collection to be sold at Macy's department stores this August.

The company, MG Icon, will be 50 percent owned by Iconix and 50 percent by Madonna and Guy Oseary, her manager, and it will hold a license to use the singer's name for apparel, footwear and other products.

A fast-fashion juniors collection, aptly called "Material Girl" after ... (read more)

Madonna Attends Rio Carnival With Luz

02/16/2010

Madonna has attended the Rio de Janeiro Carnival with Jesus Luz.

Madonna was invited to the annual event by city governor Sérgio Cabral as a special guest.

The 51-year-old's daughters Lourdes and Mercy were also spotted watching as revellers paraded the streets.

The Rio Carnival reportedly dates back to 1723 and is considered one of the largest in the world.

Last week, Madonna was spotted at a Brazilian nightclub with Luz, quashing speculation that ... (read more)

Madonna to Appear on Marriage Ref

02/15/2010

Maybe she will have advice on what not to do in a marriage.

Madonna is going to be on "The Marriage Ref."

Madonna's spokeswoman Liz Rosenberg confirmed Saturday that Madonna would make an appearance on the upcoming reality show, where celebrities and a referee try to help couples in conflict. The episode has not yet been taped and Rosenberg did not have further details.

Madonna has been married twice, once to Sean Penn and most recently to Guy ... (read more)