Clara Barton did not give up on her dream. Her dream was to help wounded soldiers and their families. Once she realized her dream she made it come true. In the process of making her dream come true she made history. She was one of the women who made the American Red Cross.…
Known as the Queen of Tejano Music, Selena Quintanilla-Perez allowed music to lead her into becoming one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of the late 20th century. Starting out as a very young girl, she flourished rapidly in the music industry. With albums receiving gold record status, Tejano awards of all sorts, the Grammy, etc., her thrill-filled career was unfortunately cut short when the president of her own fan club killed her. Her physical absence is felt, but Selena Quintanilla’s music still lives today. Selena Quintanilla was born April 16th, 1971 to her parents, Abraham and Marcella Quintanilla.…
With each and every success inspired by her she lives on through…
One of the first popular singer, a prostitute, and persecuted, Billie Holiday spend her life batting abuse, addiction and racial discrimination. Billie was an iconic figure living ahead of her time. On a time of segregation, when expressing your opinion could cost your life, she was fearless. Billie Holiday was a fighter, a female that will revolution music and will make an unforgettable contribution to music and society. Eleanora Harris, famously known as Billie Holiday, was born on April 7, 1915 in Philadelphia.…
Many people forget how this women made her start in life. When you hear her name people generally think of movies or television shows. Some people may even ask who? But those people who are die hard rap music fans would sing the song U.N.I.T.Y. and tell me how she is a rap goddess. This women is a rapper, songwriter, singer, actress, model, television producer, record producer, and talk show host.…
I bet you didn’t picture Beyonce as a famous failure did you. Beyonce succeeded in many things that a number of people know about, but what about some her record labels that failed, when she left Destiny’s Child, and her drama with relationships. Beyonce had many things that failed in her life, but Destiny’s Child was one of her first. Beyonce signed with Destiny’s Child when she was only 8 years old. She stopped working with Destiny’s Child when she was 25 years old.…
In recent times Bill Cosby could be considered as a tragic hero. Bill Cosby is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and author who made a name for the African American people. His career brought about a positive image for the African Americans rather than the old stereotypical views of the time. Sexual assault allegations have been swarming Mr. Cosby since late twenty fourteen. A way that Mr. Cosby falls into this category is the punishment he received for the allegations.…
Talent Over Odds What is the hardest thing you have ever done to do the one thing you are passionate about? In the case of Louis Armstrong, he overcame the struggles of poverty and racism to become one of the most legendary jazz musicians. Coming from a bad neighborhood and low income did not stop Louis Armstrong from accomplishing his one passion. His talent brought him to the top of the jazz world.…
She wasn’t afraid to show who she really was or wasn’t afraid to go past her comfort zone. She was the one who opened the doors to many Latino artists. She was basically the first woman ever to become big in the Tejano music industry. I felt that Selena was the one who broke down a barrier that separated Tejano music from American pop music. Before her death, she had the American dream of finally being able to make English album.…
Molly Burke Introduction Molly Burke is a teen activist who speaks against bullying. She became blind from a disease that is rare and only 1 in 4,000 people get, but no matter what, she still had the courage to keep going and accomplish all her dreams. She never gave up no matter how mean the bully, or how hard the challenge was. Molly has inspired many people to try their best to follow their dreams no matter how many bumps are in the road on the way. Her Childhood On February 8, 1994, Molly Burke was born in Oakville, Ontario Canada.…
The Conclusion Ella Fitzgerald left a legacy not many people see upfront. It’s seen throughout modern music today and in the media. Ella’s music is everlasting, it has been current throughout when it was made until present day. Ella was a secretive woman who kept her past hidden, as not toilet it effect her career. She was a delinquent as a youth and was in constant struggle; her career separated her past, she was able to accomplish her passion of becoming a famous singer.…
Many people have idols they can look up one person can be Ellen DeGeneres. As people will say that Ellen will stand up and is a great role model. Ellen DeGeneres made a impact on today’s people by coming out and into the LGBT Community, showing people they can be themselves and by achieving many awards.…
Beyonce is known to be one of the greatest artists of this time. It is argued that its because of her up bringing. Growing up in Texas, she was raised by both of her parents in a middle class home. Additionally, the star started her career at a very young age in multiple girl groups. Under her dad's management, her true rise to fame…
What is a Hero? Usually when you hear the word hero your mind thinks oh, like super hero? Spider-man, Superman, or Batman? But then you sometimes have to force yourself to think deeper.…
Along with the help of an amazing mother, and a supportive crew of people that even if i 'm not related to, i call family. I was born June 25th 1999 at 8:26 in the morning i can 't really say so far that “ A legend was born” But i can say that a legay was started not only for myself as i would say but a new life i brought to my Family and it was only the beginning. I grew up under the household of a basically close to single mother (at the time), Along with her parents. You see i was born into a mexican american family, who came up into america through the food business (on my grandma 's side).Along with Hard working family members who worked hard to have what they have, and bring up people like me.…