Born into an average middle-class home near Detroit, Michigan, Madonna soon proved herself anything but typical. Her talent as a dancer earned her a scholarship to the University of Michigan. She soon left college, however, to seek stardom in New York City. After arriving in the city with just a few dollars in her pocket, Madonna became a singer in a rock band. When a DJ heard her demo tape, he sent it to a record company executive, who quickly signed her to a contract. Her first single, "Everybody," shot to the top of the dance charts. More than...Read more
Born into an average middle-class home near Detroit, Michigan, Madonna soon proved herself anything but typical. Her talent as a dancer earned her a scholarship to the University of Michigan. She soon left college, however, to seek stardom in New York City. After arriving in the city with just a few dollars in her pocket, Madonna became a singer in a rock band. When a DJ heard her demo tape, he sent it to a record company executive, who quickly signed her to a contract. Her first single, "Everybody," shot to the top of the dance charts. More than 25 years later, Madonna has sold more than 200 million albums, starred in a number of hit movies, and is one of the most recognizable faces on the planet. Read more about this entertainment icon's life, her successes, and setbacks in Madonna: Entertainer.
- ISBN13 9781604138597
- Publish Date 30 November 2010 (first published 1 January 2010)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 30 August 2023
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Facts On File Inc
- Imprint Checkmark Books
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 128
- Language English