A young talented New York born star ready to shine was named Aaliyah, and with the help of her parents her voice matured vocally. Destined and being confident in all that she did, Aaliyah began singing in church and plays at school as well in advancing her career up by acting. Her positive image made her a role model to all because she was a hard-worker, very talented and intelligent. Many admire Aaliyah because she is a total package, and like her song she is "One in a Million”. Aaliyah was very intellectual and one hundred and ten percent was put into everything she accomplished. In addition, she excelled in her academics greatly by graduating from Detroit Fine and Performing Arts High School with a three point eight grade point
average. Aaliyah was a perfectionist and she never gave up, and with God by her side she conquered everything essential in bettering her career. She has inspired young adolescents to surpass in school academically like she did, and to take life more serious. In fact, she sang in the choir at church, sang in school plays, and took vocal lessons to express her love in music. Aaliyah's awards and success has showed how well prepared she was in following her one true dream in being a singer. She set a good example for adolescents everywhere wanting to follow in her steps or to pursue another dream by using their talents and always give as much effort as possible. Aaliyah's name means "the highest, the best” in Arabic and that is what she was the best role model for anyone. Aaliyah's talents flourished greatly not just by singing, but also by dancing, and acting which led her to be number one at a young age. Even so, at the tender age of ten Aaliyah began performing professionally and this opened doors for her. Aaliyah was a little girl with a big heart and a voice good enough to sing with Gladys Knight and to sing on Star Search. A dream slow
Moreover, she managed to get a lot of fame in the same movies in which she started off small. Another thing that we can draw on from her incredible career is the fact that she was able to diversify so much that her career span over a range of different genres including theater, film, music and others.
...nspired to make a change that she knew that nothing could stop her, not even her family. In a way, she seemed to want to prove that she could rise above the rest. She refused to let fear eat at her and inflict in her the weakness that poisoned her family. As a child she was a witness to too much violence and pain and much too often she could feel the hopelessness that many African Americans felt. She was set in her beliefs to make choices freely and help others like herself do so as well.
paved the way for religious freedom. She was a great leader in the cause for
Her lasting career was not given to her easily, therefore, creating an inspiring story full of hardships and success. Ever since she was a little girl, her dream was to become a successful and famous dancer. In New York City, when she was trying to fulfill her dream, she was unable to find a job in the theatre department. Instead of being discouraged, she decided to make something good come from it. She choreographed her own routines, created her own costumes, and organized solo recitals for audiences to enjoy. This event led her to the biggest adventure in her life that would later impact the world. She was invited to return back to London to pursue her education in the performing arts, so that she could further improve her talents that would make up her entire career.
studied singing and acting at LaGuardia High School but like many other big stars, she began her
She started with nothing, being the poorest of poor and grew to be a media giant. She overcame poverty, neglect, sexual abuse and racism. Through it all she never gave up and this is why she will inspire others to do the same.
Diana Ross was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 26, 1944. She began her career in 1960 when her and two friends formed the group The Supremes. The other group members were Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard. In 1961 the group was signed to Motown Records by Berry Gordy Jr. (Diana Ross) They became very successful with 12 number one pop singles, plenty of television appearances, sold-out concerts, and various gold recordings. “At the height of the civil rights movement, they were also embraced by the world as symbols of black achievement and black womanhood. “ (Simon & Schuster) Their music catered to adults as well as teens. They were the top female group of the 60s and set records that no group has been able to compete with. They attended political fundraisers quite often and was asked to attend the funeral when Martin Luther King Jr. passed away. They performed at venues in Las Vegas and places all around the world. Their television performances were about once a week or a large concert. They were models for black success to many African Americans. (Simon & Schuster) Diana Ross finally left the group in 1969 when she decided to become a solo artist and act in films....
Beyonce Knowles was born Beyonce Giselle Knowles on September 4, 1981 to Mathew Knowles and Tina Beyince, in Houston, Texas. Knowles was enrolled in various performing arts schools and was first exposed to singing and dancing competitions as a child. At the age of eight Knowles met Latavia Roberson in the girl group called girl’s tyme. Eventually Mathew Knowles trimmed the girl group to four members which included Beyonce, Kelly Rowland, Latavia Roberson, and Letoya Luckett. They changed the name of the group to Destiny Child. The group signed to Columbia Records in late 1997. In 2003 Knowles released her first solo album titled dangerously in Love. In 2004 she earned herself five Grammy awards. A year after her break up with destiny child in 2005 beyonce released her sophomore solo album titled B’Day on her birthday September 4, 2006. She released her third solo album I am…Sasha Fierce November 2008. Jon Pareles of The New York Times commented that she has the voice that defines Destiny Child, writing that her voice is "velvety yet tart, with an insistent flutter and reserves of soul belting".James Anthony of The Guardian says that Beyonce’s voice is distinctive and fast, with almost hiccuping vocal technique. Other critics praise Knowles’ range and power. Singing is not the only Beyonce makes money she is als...
Although she never believed she would receive fame, she was discovered in the spring of 2004. She traveled to New York with her mother when a stranger asked if they could have a pict...
Beyoncé born in September 4th 1981 is known for her fierce look and electrifying sound that has been present in the entertainment industry since she was 15 years of age. Beyoncé’s ability to perform with unparalleled confidence and exuberant passion has won her twenty Grammy awards, three world music awards, six American music awards, and eight billboard awards.
Rihanna describes herself being at the studio fronting Jay-Z, the rap king. Jay-Z was living his golden age when he met Rihanna, more importantly heard Rihanna. He was at once convinced, being blown away by the young prodigy’s talent. Rihanna later shared her experience at the first audition with Jay-Z. In her description she was nothing but a mass of shaking nervousness. However, once she started singing, all the shaking halted and a voice was heard that changed the world in just a matter of time.
to Christian music. Her family is fully supportive of her and, of course, they love her
Although her mother's death did affect her adolescence a whole lot she still managed to be a straight A’s student, she was also a cheerleader, and a dancer like her mother, she also graduated from high school a semester earlier than her own class, she did not let anything get in her way. She was very smart! Madonna grew up really religious as well her parents, they had strict religious observations, and they prayed every day. “Madonna was raised in a Catholic family in the suburbs of Detroit. After dropping out of the University of Michigan in 1978, the future “Material Girl” moved to New York City to become a dancer.” (A&E Television Networks. History,
In conclusion, she is a very good role model. She is a good role model because she shows people it is good to give to charity and she is a hard worker. She also shows that you don’t need to have inappropriate songs or inappropriate performances to be popular. This is why she is my favorite superstar and I wanted to write a research paper on her.
Oprah Winfrey: An inspirational role model. Many people find someone in his/her life to look up to, a role model. There are many different kinds of role models; they can be singers, public speakers, a parent, or even a friend. Role models are not determined by certain criteria.