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[on the federal government's reaction in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina] I was just frigging devastated, it was a real sad day. I don't get how people can have all these facts and still turn away from them. 9/11 was too ambiguous. You couldn't prove how the government was somehow in on the deal. You could say, "Oh, that's just Michael Moore". New Orleans was undeniable irresponsibility.
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Birthdate :August 16, 1958
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1858
Her daughter Lourdes was named as a tribute to Madonna's mother, who wanted to visit Lourdes, France, where the Virgin Mary, the Madonna, appeared in 1858, but died before doing so.1858
Her daughter Lourdes was named as a tribute to Madonna's mother, who wanted to visit Lourdes, France, where the Virgin Mary, the Madonna, appeared in 1858, but died before doing so.1904
Her grandparents are named Elsie Fortin and Willard Fortin .1904
Her grandparents are named Elsie Fortin and Willard Fortin (1904-1959).1952
14th January 1984: Performs "Holiday" on "Bandstand" {}. It is her first national TV performance.1952
14th January 1984: Performs "Holiday" on "Bandstand" (1952). It is her first national TV performance.1955
Her parents were married at Visitation Catholic Church in Bay City, Michigan on July 2, 1955.1956
Her mother, Madonna Louise Fortin, was born on 11 July 1933 and died at the age of 33 on 1 December 1963. She was the mother of Anthony Ciccone , Martin Ciccone , Madonna , Paula Ciccone , Christopher Ciccone , Melanie . After his first wife's death, Silvio Ciccone married Joan Gustaffson (now Joan Ciccone (born in 1943), who gave birth to Mario and Jennifer .1956
Her mother, Madonna Louise Fortin, was born on 11 July 1933 and died at the age of 30 on 1 December 1963. She was the mother of Anthony Ciccone (1956), Martin Ciccone (1957), Madonna (1958), Paula Ciccone (1959), Christopher Ciccone (1960), Melanie (1962). After his first wife's death, Silvio Ciccone married Joan Gustaffson (now Joan Ciccone (born in 1943), who gave birth to Mario (1968) and Jennifer (1969).1957
Siblings: Martin Ciccone , Anthony Ciccone , Christopher Ciccone , Paula Ciccone , Melanie , Mario and Jennifer .1957
Siblings: Martin Ciccone (1957), Anthony Ciccone (1956), Christopher Ciccone (1960), Paula Ciccone (1959), Melanie (1962), Mario (1969) and Jennifer (1968).1975
A fan of the film Grey Gardens , and La Dolce vita .1975
Parodied by Amy Poehler on "Saturday Night Live" .1975
A fan of the film Grey Gardens (1975), and La Dolce vita (1960).1975
Parodied by Amy Poehler on "Saturday Night Live" (1975).1976
Graduated from Rochester Adams High School in 1976. Studied at the North Carolina School of the Arts, and won a scholarship to study modern dance and drama for 3 semesters at the University of Michigan.1976
Graduated from Rochester Adams High School in Rochester, Michigan, in 1976. Won a scholarship to study modern dance and drama for 3 semesters at the University of Michigan. Other alumni of Rochester Adams High School include her brother-in-law Joe Henry, Karen Moncrieff, David Geister.1978
Studied with the Alvin Ailey dance troupe and Pearl Lang's Dance Company in Manhattan. 1978
Studied with the Alvin Ailey dance troupe and Pearl Lang's Dance Company in Manhattan. [1978]1980
Appeared in a filmed stage play in 1980 called "In Artificial Light", in which she wrote her own part.1980
Appeared in a filmed stage play in 1980 called "In Artificial Light", in which she wrote her own part.1982
1982: Signs a deal with Sire Records.1983
Her first film, A Certain Sacrifice (1983), was released in 1985, after she became a star, but was actually shot in two parts, the first in 1979, and the other, in 1981.1983
She has posed nude at least three times in her career: briefly in A Certain Sacrifice (1983), in some nude photos taken before she became famous in the late 1970s which eventually ran in Penthouse magazine and in the 1992 photo and interview book "Sex" which became a worldwide best seller.1984
14th September 1984: Nominated for MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist and gives a memorable performance of "Like A Virgin" at the ceremony.1984
She started fashion trends in 1984 with her unique look using rosaries and crosses as jewelry and black rubber typewriter bands as bracelets. Legions of adolescent girls mimicked her look and a Madonna clothing store was opened in New York. Again in 2001, another huge fashion trend was set off by the "Material Mom", this time with western wear - cowboy hats and mud-splattered jeans.1984
On January 25, 1989, Madonna had a $5 million contract with Pepsi to promote their product as well as cross-promote her new album, "Like a Prayer". However, on March 3, when the video for the first single, "Like a Prayer", was released, it caused international controversy, with images of burning crosses, murder, and racism, and Pepsi soon retracted their contract, after March 2, when the 2-minute commercial was only viewed once, during "The Cosby Show" . The single later soared to Number 1 on the charts and stayed there for 3 weeks. She later thanked Pepsi for creating such controversy.1984
On January 25, 1989, Madonna had a $5 million contract with Pepsi to promote their product as well as cross-promote her new album, "Like a Prayer". However, on March 3, when the video for the first single, "Like a Prayer", was released, it caused international controversy, with images of burning crosses, murder, and racism, and Pepsi soon retracted their contract, after March 2, when the 2-minute commercial was only viewed once, during "The Cosby Show" (1984). The single later soared to Number 1 on the charts and stayed there for 3 weeks. She later thanked Pepsi for creating such controversy.1984
She started fashion trends in 1984 with her unique look using rosaries and crosses as jewelry and black rubber typewriter bands as bracelets. Legions of adolescent girls mimicked her look and a Madonna clothing store was opened in New York. Again in 2001, another huge fashion trend was set off by the "Material Mom", this time with western wear - cowboy hats and mud-splattered jeans.1984
14th September 1984: Nominated for MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist and gives a memorable performance of "Like A Virgin" at the ceremony.1985
24th July 1985: The fourth and final single from "Like A Virgin", "Dress You Up" shimmied to #5 in the US Billboard Hot 100, Australiam Canada and the UK. It stayed on the US chart for 16 weeks and was certified silver in the UK. Other chart activity includes: #6 in Europe and Japan. #18 in France. #20 in Germany. "Dress You Up" was also used as a cartoon music video for DTV (a 'Walt Disney' version of MTV for kids). However, the song became the subject of controversy when the Parents Music Resource Center's Tipper Gore, wife of former vice president Al Gore, called "Dress You Up" "vulgar music" after hearing her daughter Karenna listen to the song (along with "Darling Nikki" by 'Prince (I)'); and soon the PMRC listed "Dress You Up" as #8 on their "Filthy Fifteen" list, for the perceived sexual content in the song's lyrics, leading to the creation of the "Parental Advisory" labels. The single's music video was her first "live" clip, taken from "The Virgin Tour Live" VHS and directed by Daniel Kleinman. The 12" maxi-single featured: "Dress You Up (Album Version)", "Dress You Up ", "Dress You Up (Casual Instrumental Mix)" and "Shoo Bee Doo (Album Version)".1985
In 2003, three different action figures were made of her likeness based on her character, Susan, from the movie Desperately Seeking Susan .1985
She has posed nude at least three times in her career: briefly in A Certain Sacrifice , in some nude photos taken before she became famous in the late 1970s which eventually ran in Penthouse magazine and in the 1992 photo and interview book "Sex" which became a worldwide best seller.1985
Her 1985 hit "Into The Groove" was ranked #40 on VH1's 100 Greatest Dance Songs, while "Vogue" placed in the top 10 at #4.1985
Her first film, A Certain Sacrifice , was released in 1985, after she became a star, but was actually shot in two parts, the first in 1979, and the other, in 1981.1985
April 1985: Her first ever concert tour "The Virgin Tour" opens in Seattle, WA with the Beastie Boys as the supporting act. In June 1985 the tour ends with performances at Radio City Music Show in New York. On 11th January 1986, the show is released on home video as "The Virgin Tour: Live". Directed by Daniel Kleinman, it peaked at #1 on the Billboard home video chart, where it stayed for 49 weeks. The release includes 10 of the 13 songs performed at the show. It unfortunately leaves out "Angel", "Burning Up" and "Borderline".1985
Her 1985 hit "Into The Groove" was ranked #40 on VH1's 100 Greatest Dance Songs, while "Vogue" placed in the top 10 at #4.1985
In 2003, three different action figures were made of her likeness based on her character, Susan, from the movie Desperately Seeking Susan (1985).1985
April 1985: Her first ever concert tour "The Virgin Tour" opens in Seattle, WA with the Beastie Boys as the supporting act. In June 1985 the tour ends with performances at Radio City Music Show in New York. On 11th January 1986, the show is released on home video as "The Virgin Tour: Live". Directed by Daniel Kleinman, it peaked at #1 on the Billboard home video chart, where it stayed for 49 weeks. The release includes 10 of the 13 songs performed at the show. It unfortunately leaves out "Angel", "Burning Up" and "Borderline".1985
24th July 1985: The fourth and final single from "Like A Virgin", "Dress You Up" shimmied to #5 in the US Billboard Hot 100, Australiam Canada and the UK. It stayed on the US chart for 16 weeks and was certified silver in the UK. Other chart activity includes: #6 in Europe and Japan. #18 in France. #20 in Germany. "Dress You Up" was also used as a cartoon music video for DTV (a 'Walt Disney' version of MTV for kids). However, the song became the subject of controversy when the Parents Music Resource Center's Tipper Gore, wife of former vice president Al Gore, called "Dress You Up" "vulgar music" after hearing her daughter Karenna listen to the song (along with "Darling Nikki" by 'Prince (I)'); and soon the PMRC listed "Dress You Up" as #8 on their "Filthy Fifteen" list, for the perceived sexual content in the song's lyrics, leading to the creation of the "Parental Advisory" labels. The single's music video was her first "live" clip, taken from "The Virgin Tour Live" VHS and directed by Daniel Kleinman. The 12" maxi-single featured: "Dress You Up (Album Version)", "Dress You Up (12" Formal Mix)", "Dress You Up (Casual Instrumental Mix)" and "Shoo Bee Doo (Album Version)".1985
When the singer attempted to purchase a $1.2m apartment at Manhattan's famous San Remo high-rise on Central Park West, the residents' committee declined the singer's application. The media surmised that Madonna's celebrity pop status would have surely precipitated an endless draw for devoted fans and paparazzi, a predicament the residents were determined to avoid. Ultimately, Madonna moved into a nearby apartment at One West 64th Street, adjacent to the New York Society for Ethical Culture. [1985]1986
1986: Wrote the song "Each Time You Break My Heart" for Nick Kamen.1986
Along with Pia Zadora, Sylvester Stallone, Pauly Shore and Demi Moore, one of the few people who have "won" back to back awards at the Razzies in successive years. She "won" Worst Actress of 1987 for her performance in the film Shanghai Surprise and, then again, the next year she "won" Worst Actress of 1988 for her performance in the film Who's That Girl .1986
Her song "La Isla Bonita" was inspired by a visit she made to San Pedro, Ambergris Cay, Belize, with her then-husband Sean Penn1986
1986: "Borderline" re-issued as a single in the UK where it peaked at #2 (54 places higher than its original release) and be certified Silver. It also peaked at #21 on Europe charts for two weeks.1986
Her film Shanghai Surprise was a box-office disaster, costing $17 million and grossing only $2.1986
Appeared in a stage play in 1986 called "Goose And Tom-Tom" with then-husband Sean Penn.1986
Her film Shanghai Surprise (1986) was a box-office disaster, costing $17 million and grossing only $2.1986
Appeared in a stage play in 1986 called "Goose And Tom-Tom" with then-husband Sean Penn.1986
1986: "Borderline" re-issued as a single in the UK where it peaked at #2 (54 places higher than its original release) and be certified Silver. It also peaked at #21 on Europe charts for two weeks.1986
Her song "La Isla Bonita" (1986) was inspired by a visit she made to San Pedro, Ambergris Cay, Belize, with her then-husband Sean Penn1986
Along with Pia Zadora, Sylvester Stallone, Pauly Shore and Demi Moore, one of the few people who have "won" back to back awards at the Razzies in successive years. She "won" Worst Actress of 1987 for her performance in the film Shanghai Surprise (1986) and, then again, the next year she "won" Worst Actress of 1988 for her performance in the film Who's That Girl (1987).1986
1986: Wrote the song "Each Time You Break My Heart" for Nick Kamen.1986
In the music video "Papa Don't Preach" (1986), Madonna's father is played by Danny Aiello.1987
Did a Japanese commercial for Panasonic in 1987.1987
James Foley, who directed both Madonna (Who's That Girl (1987)) and Sean Penn (At Close Range (1986)), served as best man at the couple's wedding (August 1985).1988
Appeared in a 1988 stage play with Ron Silver and Joe Mantegna called "Speed-The-Plow".1988
Appeared in a 1988 stage play with Ron Silver and Joe Mantegna called "Speed-The-Plow".1988
Has her look-alike puppet in the French Show "Les guignols de l'info" (1988).1989
Her 1989 album "Like A Prayer" ranked #100 on VH1's 100 Greatest Albums.1989
On her 1989 "Like A Prayer" album, she wrote a song about her failed marriage to Sean Penn called "Till Death Do Us Part".1989
Turned down the lead in The Fabulous Baker Boys .1989
Turned down the lead in The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989).1989
On her 1989 "Like A Prayer" album, she wrote a song about her failed marriage to Sean Penn called "Till Death Do Us Part".1989
Her 1989 album "Like A Prayer" ranked #100 on VH1's 100 Greatest Albums.1990
The costumes she wore during her 1990 Blonde Ambition tour were designed by Jean-Paul Gaultier (including the controversial cone bras).1990
Had a two-year relationship with Warren Beatty and collaborated with him on several projects, including Dick Tracy and Madonna: Truth or Dare .1990
1990: Allowed French TV host Michel Drucker to interview her in her L.A. home in 1990.1990
Was Prince's first choice for the role of the Kid's angelic muse Aura in his movie musical Graffiti Bridge . She turned it down, brazenly telling him "the screenplay was awful." When it was finally released in theaters, the movie was a critical and commercial bomb.1990
Was Prince's first choice for the role of the Kid's angelic muse Aura in his movie musical Graffiti Bridge (1990). She turned it down, brazenly telling him "the screenplay was awful." When it was finally released in theaters, the movie was a critical and commercial bomb.1990
Had a two-year relationship with Warren Beatty and collaborated with him on several projects, including Dick Tracy (1990) and Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991).1991
Named one of People Magazine's '50 Most Beautiful People of 1991', and '25 Most Intriguing People of 2001'.1991
Named one of People Magazine's '50 Most Beautiful People of 1991', and '25 Most Intriguing People of 2001'.1992
Considered for the role of Catwoman in Batman Returns , which eventually went to Michelle Pfeiffer.1992
Turned down the role of Selina Kyle/Catwoman in Batman Returns .1992
Her videos "Justify My Love" and "What It Feels Like For A Girl" were banned from VH1 & MTV. "Erotica" , though not banned, was only played after midnight on MTV.1992
Owner of Maverick Records label .1992
Her videos "Justify My Love" and "What It Feels Like For A Girl" were banned from VH1 & MTV. "Erotica" (1992), though not banned, was only played after midnight on MTV.1992
Owner of Maverick Records label (1992-2004).1992
Turned down the role of Selina Kyle/Catwoman in Batman Returns (1992).1992
Considered for the role of Catwoman in Batman Returns (1992), which eventually went to Michelle Pfeiffer.1992
For her 1992 erotic hardcover book - "Sex" - she was photographed by Steven Meisel.1993
Unanimously condemned by the Puerto Rican House of Representatives for pulling a Puerto Rican flag between her legs in an October 26, 1993 concert.1993
Her infamous 1994 appearance on "Late Show with David Letterman" had her saying the "f" word 13 times.1993
Her infamous 1994 appearance on "Late Show with David Letterman" (1993) had her saying the "f" word 13 times.1994
Is good friends with Björk, who also wrote the song 'Bedtime Story' for her 1994 album, Bedtime Stories.1994
Is good friends with Björk, who also wrote the song 'Bedtime Story' for her 1994 album, Bedtime Stories.1995
Wanted to play the role of Ginger in Casino , but the role was given to Sharon Stone instead.1995
Turned down the role of Cristal Conners in Showgirls .1995
Turned down the role of Cristal Conners in Showgirls (1995).1995
Wanted to play the role of Ginger in Casino (1995), but the role was given to Sharon Stone instead.1996
Had a falling out with deejay and former friend Junior Vasquez in 1996, after he released a single titled "If Madonna Calls," which included audio of a message that she left on his answering machine. The single, which was believe to be in retaliation for Madonna not showing up to one of his club events ended their friendship and professional relationship on bad terms. Madonna's blacklisting of Vasquez was confirmed by her longtime publicist Liz Rosenberg, who in a June 2003 news story in New York Magazine said "I can assure you that Madonna will never work with Junior again.".1996
She campaigned for the role of Frida Kalo, as did Jennifer Lopez, and tried to get a film made for numerous years. She had hoped to actually star with Marlon Brando as Diego Rivera, but due to her lack of box office draw at the time, the film idea went nowhere. After Evita , she and Salma Hayek were both interested in films about the artist. Hayek's film won favor and was greenlit.1996
Gave birth to baby daughter named Lourdes Maria Ciccone Leon (aka Lola Leon). The father is actor/fitness instructor Carlos Leon. 1996
Gave birth to baby daughter named Lourdes Maria Ciccone Leon (aka Lola Leon). The father is actor/fitness instructor Carlos Leon. [14 October 1996]1996
She campaigned for the role of Frida Kahlo, as did Jennifer Lopez, and tried to get a film made for numerous years. She had hoped to actually star with Marlon Brando as Diego Rivera, but due to her lack of box office draw at the time, the film idea went nowhere. After Evita (1996), she and Salma Hayek were both interested in films about the artist. Hayek's film won favor and was greenlit.1996
Had a falling out with deejay and former friend Junior Vasquez in 1996, after he released a single titled "If Madonna Calls," which included audio of a message that she left on his answering machine. The single, which was believe to be in retaliation for Madonna not showing up to one of his club events ended their friendship and professional relationship on bad terms. Madonna's blacklisting of Vasquez was confirmed by her longtime publicist Liz Rosenberg, who in a June 2003 news story in New York Magazine said "I can assure you that Madonna will never work with Junior again.".1996
Was four months pregnant with her daughter, Lourdes (aka Lola Leon), when she completed filming on Evita (1996).1997
Her record company Maverick Records signed a distribution deal with A Band Apart Records, a record company founded by Quentin Tarantino and Lawrence Bender. A Band Apart Records will focus on film soundtracks. 1997
Her record company Maverick Records signed a distribution deal with A Band Apart Records, a record company founded by Quentin Tarantino and Lawrence Bender. A Band Apart Records will focus on film soundtracks. [30 July 1997]1998
In his 38th annual Worst Dressed List published in January 1998, Mr. Blackwell wrote about her questionable taste in clothing the previous year, "Let's be blunt, yesterday's Evita is today's Velveeta."1998
In his 38th annual Worst Dressed List published in January 1998, Mr. Blackwell wrote about her questionable taste in clothing the previous year, "Let's be blunt, yesterday's Evita is today's Velveeta."1999
Her version of "American Pie" was played for the first time at a John Galiano fashion show in 1999.1999
Was supposed to play the lead in Music of the Heart but dropped out two weeks before filming was set to begin.1999
Was supposed to play the lead in Music of the Heart (1999) but dropped out two weeks before filming was set to begin.1999
Her version of "American Pie" was played for the first time at a John Galiano fashion show in 1999.2000
Voted #35 on Playboy's "100 sexiest women" of the 20th Century (jan/2000).2000
Her son, Rocco Ritchie, with Ritchie, was born by emergency C-section - 3 weeks early. 2000
Her wedding dress for her 2000 wedding to director Guy Ritchie was designed by her friend Stella McCartney.2000
In November 2000, she held a live concert at the Brixton Academy in London which was broadcast over the Internet. A record nine million people watched the event, making it the largest live webcast of all time.2000
In October 2000, Madonna won her fight against a cybersquatter using the domain name madonna.com to operate a pornography website. The UN World Intellectual Property Organization found that site operator Dan Parisi "lacks rights or legitimate interests in the domain name." Parisi claims that he was in the process of handing over the rights to the domain name to a US hospital, Madonna Rehabilitation, which has the domain name madonna.org, when the case started.2000
A September 2000 Rolling Stone article estimated her worth as $650 million. Since then, she has released the album "Music", which sold 12 million copies, has had a 47-date sold-out worldwide tour, completed a movie, and released a greatest hits compilation.2000
A September 2000 Rolling Stone article estimated her worth as $650 million. Since then, she has released the album "Music", which sold 12 million copies, has had a 47-date sold-out worldwide tour, completed a movie, and released a greatest hits compilation.2000
In October 2000, Madonna won her fight against a cybersquatter using the domain name madonna.com to operate a pornography website. The UN World Intellectual Property Organization found that site operator Dan Parisi "lacks rights or legitimate interests in the domain name." Parisi claims that he was in the process of handing over the rights to the domain name to a US hospital, Madonna Rehabilitation, which has the domain name madonna.org, when the case started.2000
Her son, Rocco Ritchie, with Ritchie, was born by emergency C-section - 3 weeks early. [11 August 2000]2000
Voted #35 on Playboy's "100 sexiest women" of the 20th Century (Jan 2000).2001
Voted #3 on the reader-voted Favorite Female List for Rolling Stone Magazine's 2001 Music Awards list, following Britney Spears and Jennifer Lopez (January 2002).2001
Named one of E!'s "top 20 entertainers of 2001".2001
As of 2001, her albums have sold 153 million copies worldwide.2001
Voted #3 on the reader-voted Favorite Female List for Rolling Stone Magazine's 2001 Music Awards list, following Britney Spears and Jennifer Lopez (January 2002).2002
Is the only person to "win" the awards for Worst Actress, Worst Supporting Actress and Worst Screen Couple at the Razzie Awards all in the same year. She "won" Worst Supporting Actress in the film Die Another Day . She shared the Worst Screen Couple award with Adriano Giannini in Swept Away . And she tied for Worst Actress in Swept Away with Britney Spears in Crossroads .2002
"The Immaculate Collection" voted #1 on Blender magazine's 100 Greatest American Albums of All Time List. (Januray 2002)2002
Ranked #6 in Life's 100 Greatest Rockers List (March 2002).2002
Won Best Solo Dance Artist at the 17th International Dance Music Awards held at the Winter Music Conference in Miami. (March 2002)2002
Ranked #6 in Life's 100 Greatest Rockers List (March 2002).2002
"The Immaculate Collection" voted #1 on Blender magazine's 100 Greatest American Albums of All Time List. (Januray 2002)2002
Is the only person to "win" the awards for Worst Actress, Worst Supporting Actress and Worst Screen Couple at the Razzie Awards all in the same year. She "won" Worst Supporting Actress in the film Die Another Day (2002). She shared the Worst Screen Couple award with Adriano Giannini in Swept Away (2002). And she tied for Worst Actress in Swept Away (2002) with Britney Spears in Crossroads (2002/I).2003
December 2003 - announced she was starting a merchandising line of dolls, apparel, home decor, etc. as a tie-in to her best-selling children's book, "The English Roses".2003
Purchased a mini mansion for daughter Lourdes in 2003. Produced by Posh Tots, a mini-mansion ranges in price from US$6,500 to US$125,000, and can even be installed with cable TV and running water.2003
Sister-in-law of Joe Henry who write for "Don't Tell Me" and "Jump" from Madonna's albums "Music" and "Confessions on a Dance Floor" respectively.2003
Sister-in-law of Joe Henry who write for "Don't Tell Me" and "Jump" from Madonna's albums "Music"(2003) and "Confessions on a Dance Floor" (2005) respectively.2003
December 2003 - announced she was starting a merchandising line of dolls, apparel, home decor, etc. as a tie-in to her best-selling children's book, "The English Roses".2004
Inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame for her outstanding contribution to British music and integral part of British music culture. 2004
Re-Invention Tour was the #1 world tour of 2004 grossing over $125 million. 55 of 56 shows were sold-out. (Billboard Boxscore)2004
Won Best Chart Act at the 2004 Dancestar USA Awards, in Bayfront Park, Miami. (9th March 2004)2004
Received a career award at the 2004 French NRJ Awards (January 2004).2004
Inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame for her outstanding contribution to British music and integral part of British music culture. [11 November 2004]2005
"Hung Up" jumped seven places to No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in December 2005. Consequently the pop icon matches Elvis Presley's tally for top 10 hits - 36, the most for any artist in the rock era.2005
Her personal stylist is Shavawn Marie Gordon .2005
A judge in Malawi has approved an official application filed by Madonna, confirming claims she has adopted a one-year-old boy named David. David was born September 24th 2005. Judge Andrew Nyirenda issued an interim order allowing the singer and husband Guy Ritchie to take custody of David at a high court in Lilongwe. 2005
Fell off a horse on her country estate in England, sustaining numerous injuries. 2005
She and husband Guy Ritchie adopted a boy from Malawi, David Banda Mwale Ciccone Ritchie (born September 24th 2005). They filed the adoption papers on October 10, 2006 and the adoption was finalized on May 28, 2008.2005
"Hung Up" jumped seven places to No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in December 2005. Consequently the pop icon matches Elvis Presley's tally for top 10 hits - 36, the most for any artist in the rock era.2005
Fell off a horse on her country estate in England, sustaining numerous injuries. [August 16, 2005]2005
Her personal stylist is Shavawn Marie Gordon (2005).2005
A judge in Malawi has approved an official application filed by Madonna, confirming claims she has adopted a one-year-old boy named David. David was born September 24th 2005. Judge Andrew Nyirenda issued an interim order allowing the singer and husband Guy Ritchie to take custody of David at a high court in Lilongwe. [October 12, 2006]2005
Adopted a girl from Malawi, Chifundo Mercy James (born 2005) (June 12, 2009).2006
On Oprah (October 25,2006) Madonna stated that the adoption of David is not official until one year from now. A child service worker needs to check if David is fed and taken care of properly. Then after a year, Madonna may or may not be David's adoptive mom.2006
Won two prizes at the 2006 Echo Awards for "Best Female Artist international" and "Hit of the Year" for "Hung Up" .2006
Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at MTV's 2006 TRL Awards .2006
Although her "Confessions Tour", which started on 21 May 2006, is expected to become the most successful tour by a female artist in history, it also sparked heavy criticism because she used religious symbols such as the crucifix in one part of the show.2006
Appears in the 2006 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records as the female singer with the highest annual earnings.2006
Estimated in 2006 to have sold more than 200 million albums worldwide.2006
Won two prizes at the 2006 Echo Awards for "Best Female Artist international" and "Hit of the Year" for "Hung Up" (12 March 2006).2006
Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at MTV's 2006 TRL Awards (25 February 2006).2006
Although her "Confessions Tour", which started on 21 May 2006, is expected to become the most successful tour by a female artist in history, it also sparked heavy criticism because she used religious symbols such as the crucifix in one part of the show.2006
On Oprah (October 25,2006) Madonna stated that the adoption of David is not official until one year from now. A child service worker needs to check if David is fed and taken care of properly. Then after a year, Madonna may or may not be David's adoptive mom.2007
In 2007, Forbes Magazine reported that her 2006 earnings were estimated at $72 million.2008
After months of speculation, she and Guy Ritchie announced their separation. 2008
Supporter of Hillary Rodham Clinton's 2008 electoral campaign.2008
Her 2008 song "4 Minutes" featuring Justin Timberlake and Tim Mosley (aka Timbaland) made her the female artist with the most Top 10 singles and the most number 1 hits in the UK.2008
Inducted (by Justin Timberlake) into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 10, 2008. Other inductees are John Mellencamp (by Billy Joel), The Dave Clark Five (by Tom Hanks), Leonard Cohen (by Lou Reed) and The Ventures.2008
Supporter of Hillary Rodham Clinton's 2008 electoral campaign.2008
Her 2008 song "4 Minutes" featuring Justin Timberlake and Tim Mosley (aka Timbaland) made her the female artist with the most Top 10 singles and the most number 1 hits (13) in the UK.2008
After months of speculation, she and Guy Ritchie announced their separation. [October 2008]
