Diana Ross Singer Date of Birth: 26.03.1944 Country: USA

Biography of Diana Ross

Diana Ross, born on March 26, 1944 in Detroit, is an American singer and actress. In 1959, she co-founded the group The Primettes with Mary Wilson, Florence Ballard, and Barbara Martin. The group signed a contract with the local branch of Motown Records, which later became a famous recording company. In 1961, the quartet changed their name to The Supremes and gained worldwide recognition. During the 1960s, The Supremes became as popular as The Beatles in America, with 12 of their songs reaching the top of the pop charts. Diana Ross became the lead singer of the group and her strong yet silky voice contributed greatly to their success. In 1967, the group changed their name to "Diana Ross and the Supremes" and Cindy Birdsong joined as a new vocalist. However, Ross felt that she had outgrown the group and started her solo career in October 1969 while still remaining with Motown Records.

Ross's solo career took off with the help of composer Nicolas Ashford and songwriter Valerie Simpson, who produced four hit songs for her including the famous and classic "Ain't No Mountain High Enough." Ross also ventured into acting and portrayed the legendary American blues singer Billie Holiday in the film "Lady Sings the Blues" in 1971. The soundtrack of the film, with most songs performed by Ross, reached the top of the charts, and she was nominated for an Oscar in 1972. The following year, Ross released the successful album "Touch Me in the Morning," and in 1973, she recorded a duet album with Marvin Gaye titled "Diana & Marvin," which produced three chart-topping hits.

In 1975, Ross starred in her second film, "Mahogany," and the theme song, "Do You Know Where You're Going To," also known as "Theme from Mahogany," became a chart-topping hit. Ross continued her success in the disco era of the late 1970s, with hits like "Love Hangover" in 1976, "Upside Down" and "I'm Coming Out" in 1980, and "Endless Love," a duet with Lionel Richie, in 1981.

In 1981, Ross signed a new contract with RCA Records after more than 20 years with Motown. She released the album "Why Do Fools Fall in Love" in 1982, which included the hits "Mirror, Mirror" and "Muscles," produced by Michael Jackson. Her album "Swept Away" in 1984 also achieved success. However, Ross experienced a creative crisis in the second half of the 1980s.

In 1989, she returned to Motown and released several albums with varying degrees of success. Despite commercial setbacks, Ross remains a iconic and cult figure in the music industry, with her hits standing the test of time. Ross's impact on the pop scene of the 60s, 70s, and 80s cannot be underestimated. She will always be remembered as a legendary singer and actress.