Was Diana Ross famous in the 80's?

Answer 1

Diana Ross was the lead singer of the Motown group "The Supremes". She and The Supremes were the first of the female "super groups" that proved that singing was never a male dominated art form.

Answer 2

She sold more records than any other female in the 20th Century according to Guiness Book of World Records. She was nominated for an Oscar for her role in Lady Sings the Blues. She won a Tony award for her one woman Broadway show. She won two Golden Globes for her first movie role. She simply paved the way for many women of color to rise to the top of the entertainment world. She is also a mother of five in what she considers her most important role.

Answer 3

She became famous by being the lead singer in the Supremes and then went onto a successful solo singing career.

Answer 4

Yes, she was famous in the early 80's. She had many hits during this time. Her biggest hit being "Upside Down". Another memorable hit was "I'm Coming Out".