Overview
Timelines
Early Life and Influences
Personal Life and Relationships
Literary Contributions
Career Beginnings and Rise to Fame
Mainstream Success and Iconic Albums
Philanthropy and Humanitarian Work
Recent Work and Projects
Overview and main events
Cultural Impact and Legacy
Awards and Recognitions
Acting Career
Tours and Live Performances
Chronicle
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Madonna. Early Life and Influences
Early Life and Influences
This timeline explores the early life of Madonna, including her childhood, family, and the events that shaped her early interests in music and performance.
August 16, 1958
Birth
Madonna Louise Ciccone was born in Bay City, Michigan.
Age 5
Mother's Death
Madonna's mother died from cancer, an event that would later influence her music and personal life.
1970s
Early Musical Influences
Madonna attended her first concert, a David Bowie performance at Cobo Arena in Detroit, which significantly inspired her to pursue a career in music.
