He was the man who is said to have owned the color purple. The king of unconventional, Prince, was born of the name Prince Rogers Nelson on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His father was an African American musician of the name John Nelson. His mother was an Italian-American singer of the name Mattie Shaw. His father named him after the band he played in, The Prince Rogers Trio. He gave him such a grand title because he wanted him to achieve success and do justice to his name. His parents wanted him to become a musician and made many efforts to raise musical interest and talent in his young life.
Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana to parents Katherine and Joseph Jackson. He was the eighth child born out of ten living in a two-bedroom home. Jackson 's father, Joseph Jackson, a former boxer, worked as a crane operator in the steel mill. His father also played the guitar in a rhythm and blues with a band called The Falcons to support the family.
William Lyon Mackenzie King was born in Berlin (later renamed Kitchener), Ontario in 1874. His father was a lawyer and his maternal grandfather was William Lyon Mackenzie, leader of the 1837 Rebellion in Upper Canada. From an early age, King identified with his grandfather, an association that influenced him throughout his political life.
Edward Kennedy was his real name; he was born on April 29, 1899 in Washington, D.C. Duke’s parents Daisy Kennedy Ellington and James Edward Ellington served as ideal role models for Duke and taught him everything from table manners to an understanding of the emotional power of music.
The man today known as Nat "King" Cole was actually born in Nathaniel Adams Coles, in Montgomery, Alabama on March 17, 1917. By the age of four, his father, Edward James Coles Sr. and his mother, Perlina Adams Coles, decided it would be best that the family move to Chicago. By the time Nat reached four years of age, his father quit his job as a grocer and moved his family to Chicago, where he became a preacher.
	King started his career as a teenage professional musician on the streets of Memphis during the 1940s. He played gospel and blues on street corners for tips. Concerned in whether or not to play gospel or Blues, he decided to integrate both styles. In 1951, B. B. King had his first hit song ,"3 O'clock Blues.'' The song was so successful, record producers signed the young man from his Memphis, Tenn. home and send him to New York City, where he shortened his stage name from Beale Street Blues Boy to "B.B.''
Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi, in a two room house that was built by his dad, Vernon. Elvis loved his parents dearly and had a very close relationship with his mom, Gladys. He also had a profound faith in God. The family had little money, but Elvis’s parents did their best to provide for him. His childhood, the height of his fame, and the unfortunate circumstances surrounding his death made him the icon of the 1950’s that he is today.
Michael Jackson was born in Gary, Indiana on August 29, 1958. He was the son of Katherine and Joseph Jackson. Michael had eight siblings. They all had their share in the music industry. His father was a crane operator but had a passion for music. The children heard music all the time. Joseph put together a musical group called The Jackson 5. Katherine Jackson noticed that Michael had an incredible talent in music. Michael loved dancing and singing. Michael became the lead vocalist at the age of five. Michael became the center of attention. (Rolling Stone) Joseph became violent with his sons; pushing them to be the best they could. He would make them practice for hours a day. If they made a mistake, Joseph would verbally abuse them. Joseph would
Nelson Mandela was a leader who was able to make change occur by having self-discipline and an aim for achievement. Not only did he want change so he could live a better life, but he also wanted change for his people. His desire for change and to help others is an example of his personality. Therefore, Mandela’s personality is a perfect example of the conscientiousness factor of the psychological perspective of the Big Five Personality Dimensions developed by Paul Costa and Robert McCrae.
Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15th, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia. He was the child of Michael King Sr. and Alberta Williams King. Michael King Sr. was the pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church and adopted the name of Martin Luther King Sr. in honor of a famous German Protestant religious leader by the name of Martin Luther. Martin Jr. had an older sister named Willie Christine and a younger brother named Alfred Daniel Williams King. His mother was gentle and easygoing, while his father was the disciplinarian. His father fought against racism because he believed it directly opposed God’s will. He strongly
Attention Getter- Helped bring an end to apartheid and has been a global advocate for human rights. He was a leader of both peaceful protest and armed resistance against white minorities oppressive regime in a racially divided South Africa. His actions landed him in prison for nearly three decades and made him the face of the antiapartheid movement both within his country and internationally.
Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929. He was born in Atlanta, GA. He was also raised in Atlanta. King’s birth name was Michael King, but he decided to change it. He became the second child to his parents.
Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana. His family was one of the most famous family in entertainment. His mom was a homemaker, and his dad was a guitarist. He was the seventh sibling out of nine
1. Thesis: Nelson Mandela’s courage brought justice to his country and greatly improved South Africa overall.
Ringo Starr, born Richard Starkey, was born on July 7th, 1940 in Liverpool, England. Ringo, also faced a traumatic event that involved the loss of a parent, though his did not die. Ringo’s father left his family at age three. This was only the beginning of Ringo’s troubles, as he
Passion. Innovation, self-confidence, the power to motivate, the courage to take risks, and a vision; these qualities are what make a great leader. But, what makes a memorable leader? Well, it’s going above and beyond what others are doing, its taking creativity to a new level and inspiring people. Walt Disney is a leader who did that; with his innovative trait he was able to transform the entertainment industry.