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Cyndi Lauper

Singer Cyndi Lauper
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Profession: Singer

Nationality:
United States of America
American

Biography: Cyndi Lauper is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and activist who achieved widespread fame in the 1980s with her distinctive voice, colorful style, and infectious pop hits. Known for her unique fashion sense and quirky personality, Lauper became a symbol of individuality and self-expression, inspiring countless fans and fellow artists throughout her career.

Lauper's debut solo album, She's So Unusual (1983), was a smash hit, featuring iconic tracks like "Girls Just Want to Have Fun," "Time After Time," and "She Bop." The album's success turned Lauper into an overnight sensation. Over the years, Cyndi Lauper continued to release successful albums, such as True Colors (1986) and A Night to Remember (1989).

In addition to her career as a pop singer, Lauper has ventured into other genres, including blues and Broadway. Her work on the Broadway musical Kinky Boots earned her a Tony Award for Best Original Score in 2013, which made her the first woman to win this award by herself.

She has been a consistently outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has also used her platform to raise awareness about various social issues.

Born: June 22, 1953
Birthplace: NYC, New York, USA
Age: 71 years old

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Historical Events

  • 1984-06-09 Cyndi Lauper gets her first US #1 hit with "Time After Time"
  • 1984-09-12 Cyndi Lauper sings "She-Bop" on The Tonight Show
  • 1985-01-28 12th American Music Awards: Cyndi Lauper & Lionel Richie win
  • 1985-02-26 27th Grammy Awards: "What's Love Got to Do With It?", and Cyndi Lauper win
  • 1990-07-21 Pink Floyd's "The Wall" is performed where the Berlin Wall once stood; charity concert led by Roger Waters, with guests Cyndi Lauper, Joni Mitchell, The Scorpions,; Sinéad O'Connor, Bryan Adams, The Band, Van Morrison, The Hooters, and others
  • 2016-06-22 Glastonbury Festival in Pilton, England opens: Coldplay, and Adele headline; other performers include Tame Impala, Squeeze, Frightened Rabbit; ZZ Top, ELO, and Cyndi Lauper

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