Madonna
American singer and actress (born 1958)
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Madonna Louise Ciccone is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Regarded as the "Queen of Pop", she has been recognized for her continual reinvention and versatility in music production, songwriting and visual presentation. Madonna's works, which incorporate social, political, sexual, and religious themes, have generated both controversy and critical acclaim. A cultural icon spanning both the 20th and 21st centuries, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame called her one of the most "well-documented figures of the modern age" in 2008. Various scholarly reviews, literature, and art works have been created about her along with an academic mini subdiscipline devoted to her called Madonna studies.
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Madonna Says 'Life Is Beautiful' One Year Post-HospitalizationMadonna is counting her blessings, just one year after being discharged from the hospital after nearly losing her life. Madge took to Instagram to reflect on her past year, saying "A year ago today, I..TMZ.com - Published | |
Madonna's Delayed New York Concert Lawsuit Dismissed by PlaintiffsMadonna can put one of her concert lawsuits behind her ... 'cause it's been wiped away from the court docket -- and from the looks of it, a settlement may have been reached. According to new legal..TMZ.com - Published | |
Madonna's Lawyer Slams 'False' Settlement News in Delayed Concert LawsuitMadonna's lawyer is firing back after plaintiffs in her delayed concert lawsuit claimed a settlement had been reached between them ... which he says is absolute bull crap. In new docs obtained by TMZ..TMZ.com - Published | |
Madonna Says Real Fans Know Her Concerts Run Late, Slams Lawsuit PlaintiffsMadonna is making moves to get a lawsuit over her late concert start times thrown outta court ... and in the process, she's taking shots at the men who are suing her. The singer is facing a class..TMZ.com - Published | |
Madonna Reflects on Last Time She Saw Her Late Mom In Mother's Day TributeMadonna is feeling all sorts of emotions about being a mom and about her own later mother -- and she's saluting her with a touching tribute. She posted a shot of herself standing onstage -- during the..TMZ.com - Published | |
Madonna Crushes Personal Concert Record with 1.6 Million Fans in RioLeave it to Madonna to go out with a bang ... that's how you'd have to describe the insane scene in Brazil when she closed out her world tour with more than a million people in the sand. A reported 1.6..TMZ.com - Published | |
Madonna plays her biggest-ever show on Rio beachMadonna has played her biggest-ever gig to an estimated 1.6 million people on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro.Sky News - Published | |
Taylor Swift equals Madonna's record as female artist with most UK number one albumsTaylor Swift has equalled Madonna's record as the female artist with the most UK number one albums in Official Chart history after her latest release.Sky News - Published | |
Madonna Fan in Wheelchair Breaks Silence on Concert CalloutMadonna called out a woman in a wheelchair for not standing up at one of her concerts -- and while everyone gave her s*** for it ... the lady herself really isn't sweating it. Vanessa Gorman -- who was..TMZ.com - Published | |
Cardi B Makes Surprise Appearance Onstage At Madonna ConcertMadonna had a real treat in store for her fans at her California concert Monday night … and it was none other than Cardi B!!! The New York-born rapper shocked the packed crowd at the Kia Forum in..TMZ.com - Published | |
Madonna calls out seated concertgoer - then realises they're in a wheelchairMadonna was left backtracking and apologising at one of her latest concerts after berating a fan for sitting down – only to then discover they were in a wheelchair.Sky News - Published | Madonna Ripped for Calling Out Fan in Wheelchair for Sitting at ConcertThis is NOT how Madonna should express herself -- she's getting scorched for this jaw-dropping blunder, when she stopped her show to call out a front-row fan for sitting through her show, only to learn..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna's Daughter Lourdes Leon Goes Braless at Paris Fashion WeekMadonna's daughter, Lourdes Leon, definitely takes after her mom in the brash department ... leaving little to the imagination while strutting around at Paris Fashion Week. LL's naked chest poked..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna 'couldn't walk' after 'near death experience' in summerMadonna has told fans she "couldn't walk" after her "near death experience" last summer, when she spent time in intensive care for a serious bacterial infection.Sky News - Published |
Madonna Scraps Luther Vandross Pic From AIDS Tribute at Request of EstateMadonna is nixing a photo of Luther Vandross from the AIDS tribute she puts on during her "Celebration" tour .... because, as his estate has clarified, he shouldn't be there at all. The Material Girl..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna Sings Happy Birthday to Daughter Onstage During MSG ConcertMadonna gave her daughter one of the biggest birthday presents imaginable -- getting a packed crowd at Madison Square Garden to sing along and help her ring in the big 1-8. The pop star brought out her..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna sued by fans for being late to concertTwo Madonna fans have filed a lawsuit against the singer, accusing her of inconveniencing concertgoers after showing up hours late for her gig.Sky News - Published | Madonna Sued For Starting Brooklyn Concerts LateMadonna may have to learn a lesson in punctuality the hard way ... two men just filed a class action against her for starting her concerts late. According to the docs obtained by TMZ ... Michael..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna's Boston Shows Not Postponed Despite Ticketmaster Claiming OtherwiseMadonna is NOT pushing pause on her big tour again, despite a huge ticket provider claiming she's postponing upcoming shows. Here's the deal ... a message popping up on Ticketmaster is claiming..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna's Santa Claus Not Embarrassed by Lap Dance Fall OnstageMadonna's Santa Claus taking a nasty tumble in the middle of a lap dance on stage might've looked embarrassing -- but the dude's not hurt, nor is he trippin' ... TMZ has learned. Jerry Wise, AKA Santa..TMZ.com - Published |
Santa Gets Lap Dance at Madonna Show, Falls Off ChairMadonna's on Santa's naughty list this year -- and while he looked totally down to revel in some fun smut at her concert, it ended up costing him with an onstage fall. The singer brought out a Claus --..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna Says She Was in Induced Coma for 48 Hours During HospitalizationMadonna says she was in a deep, controlled sleep during her hospitalization this year -- noting how lucky she is to be alive and giving insight into what she remembers in that state. The singer made..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna Jokingly Calls Out 'Troublemaking Queen' Andy Cohen At ConcertMadonna had some words for Andy Cohen ... playfully airing her grievances with him after spotting him at her "Celebration" tour in NYC. The Queen of Pop advised the talk show host to steer clear of any..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna and Dua Lipa to headline Glastonbury Festival - reportMadonna and Dua Lipa will reportedly headline Glastonbury Festival next year - the first time two female artists have featured in the premier spot.Sky News - Published |
Rumours Madonna and Dua Lipa will headline Glastonbury 'untrue', organiser saysRumours Madonna, Dua Lipa and Coldplay will headline Glastonbury next year are "untrue", according to the festival's organiser.Sky News - Published | 50 Cent Reignites Beef With Madonna, Compares Her To A Bug50 Cent can't get enough of mocking Madonna -- and now he's even poking fun at her butt, reigniting their beef. The rapper took to Instagram Friday and posted side-by-side photos comparing Madonna in a..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna Says She Still Doesn't Feel Well While on Tour, Fans WorriedMadonna apparently still isn't 100% after her lengthy, life-threatening hospitalization -- but despite this, she's still powering through on the road ... and her fans are worried. The singer made the..TMZ.com - Published | Justin Timberlake, Madonna and Paris Hilton to the conservatorship: 10 revelations from Britney Spears' memoirAlmost two years on from the end of her conservatorship, Britney Spears is now telling her story in her own words with the release of her memoir, The Woman In Me.Sky News - Published |
Cher hits out at AI after hearing fake version of herself covering a Madonna trackCher has hit out at the use of AI in the entertainment industry, suggesting it should be made illegal.Sky News - Published | Madonna Opens 'Celebration' Tour in London, Glitch Stops the MusicMadonna gave fans what they wanted Saturday night, firing up her "Celebration" tour at the 02 Arena in London, but it did NOT go off without a hitch. The 20,000-seat arena was packed to the gills, and..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna says suffering in Middle East 'heartbreaking' as delayed tour opens in LondonMadonna has spoken of her heartbreak at the suffering in the Middle East as she kicked off her latest tour in London, which had been postponed following a life-threatening illness.Sky News - Published | Madonna Appears in Good Health, Exercising After Major IllnessMadonna is getting back into the groove after a critical illness threatened her life ... she's exercising again, and appears to be back in good health. The singer hopped on a bicycle for an outdoor..TMZ.com - Published |
'His moral core': Why Sir Michael Parkinson wouldn't have been a TV star without his wifeSir Michael Parkinson's son says the chat show king - who interviewed stars including John Lennon, Muhammad Ali and Madonna - would never have achieved such onscreen success without the love and..Sky News - Published | Madonna feels 'lucky to be alive' after health scareMadonna says she realises "how lucky I am to be alive" after spending time in intensive care with a bacterial infection.Sky News - Published |
Madonna Dances on Camera, Shares Good Vibes After HospitalizationMadonna is movin' and groovin' on camera for the first time since her serious bacterial infection sent her to the ICU ... dancing to one of her hits on a very big career milestone date. The 64-year-old..TMZ.com - Published | Celebrity Scramble -- Guess Who!Levitating in this majestic pic is a woman who is no stranger to the spotlight, and when she's putting on a show ... you can expect her to bust out the "pencil sharpener" dance move. See if you can..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna Breaks Silence After Massive Health Scare, Postponing Start of TourMadonna is speaking out for the first time since her hospitalization, announcing to fans she's made the difficult decision to delay her tour until October. In a message to fans posted Monday, Madonna..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna shares update on her condition after intensive care stayMadonna has revealed she is "on the road to recovery" after a serious bacterial infection saw her rushed to intensive care.Sky News - Published |
Madonna Takes a Walk in NYC Following Medical EmergencyMadonna is up and about, taking a walk in NYC, although pretty clearly not ready to fire up her world tour. The singer was substantially covered up -- wearing sunglasses and a big hat -- strolling on..TMZ.com - Published | Stars and Scars -- You Be the JudgeBritney Spears' Vegas trip was filled with drama this week, and the clock is ticking for Madonna to decide whether to perform or postpone. So we gotta ask ...TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna: Warrior, genius and icon - how the Queen Of Pop defined an eraThe Queen Of Pop, a Material Girl, a gay icon and a self-proclaimed "warrior" - Madonna is many things to many people.Sky News - Published | Madonna Struggled with Fever For a Month Before Serious Bacterial InfectionMadonna battled a low-grade fever for a month before her body could no longer take it, collapsing and needing serious medical care ... TMZ has learned. Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ,..TMZ.com - Published |
Madonna Returns Home From Hospital After Fighting Serious Bacterial InfectionMadonna is back home and recovering after a serious bacterial infection sent her to an ICU, but there's still a large looming question as to when her highly anticipated tour will kick off. The "Vogue"..TMZ.com - Published | 'Take good care of our Queen': Celebrities send messages of support to MadonnaStars have sent their well-wishes to Madonna after the singer spent days in intensive care after being struck down by a "serious bacterial infection".Sky News - Published |
Madonna Hospitalized With Serious Bacterial Infection, Postpones TourMadonna was forced into a serious battle for her health after suffering a bacterial infection which sent her to the ICU and has forced her to put her upcoming tour on hold. Guy Oseary, Madonna's..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna postpones tour after stay in intensive careMadonna has postponed her tour after falling ill and staying several days in intensive care.Sky News - Published |
Madonna Sells Hidden Hills Mansion For $23MMadonna has unloaded her beautiful Hidden Hills mansion ... and the Queen of Pop is making a fortune on the sale, TMZ has learned. Madonna recently sold her ray of light for a whopping $23M. Her estate..TMZ.com - Published | Madonna’s Late Brother Anthony Ciccone's Cause of Death was CancerMadonna's oldest brother, Anthony Ciccone, died from several health issues ... including cancer. According to the death certificate, obtained by TMZ, Anthony died from a combination of respiratory..TMZ.com - Published |