See how your favorite 80s pop stars have changed over the last 30 years.
1. Kim Wilde
English pop singer, author, DJ and TV presenter Kim Wilde’s first break was in 1981 with “Kids in America”. The song made it to number two in the UK. Her singing career did not end then, as she released six albums throughout the ’80s, with 25 singles in the Top 50 of the UK singles charts. In 1983, she was honored with the Brit Award for Best British Female. In 1988 she strayed to a different path and became a landscape gardener, but eventually came back to music in 2003 and is still touring.
2. Janet Jackson
Janet Jackson, American singer, songwriter, dancer and actress, and the youngest Jackson child, began her career in 1976 with her role in The Jacksons television series. She truly rose to fame with her hit single “When I think Of You”, as well as her desire to follow in her brother, Michael Jackson’s path. She is known for her sexually provocative records and elaborate performances. She continues to perform today, and stand strong. And has announced her pregnancy at the age of 50!
3. Cyndi Lauper
Singer Cyndi Lauper was incredibly successful with her addictive lady anthem “Girl’s Just Want To Have Fun” and ballad “Time After Time”. Over 50 million of her albums have been purchased since the ’80s. In addition to this she was given a Tony Award for her composition of the Broadway hit Kinky Boots. She is an avid LBGT activist, and has founded the True Colors Fund. She has always had a very colorful look in both her attire and hair.
4. Kylie Minogue
Although she is still on top today, Australian Kylie Minogue’s career was just beginning in the ’80s. Her first album included hit singles “I Should Be So Lucky” and “The Locomotion” which brought her to fame. She is also a songwriter and actress, starring by in the Australian soap opera Neighbors as one of her first gigs. She has released several more albums and gone on many tours since then, despite fighting breast cancer. She is known to be the highest-selling Australian artist.
5. Madonna
Madonna’s claim to fame came with her album entitled with her very own name. Among her ’80s hits are “Like a Prayer”, “Material Girl” and “Holiday”. She has gained her popularity through breaking barriers in popular music and music videos, and has become an MTV legend. Today, she is not only one of the most well known successful musicians with sold out arenas worldwide, but is also an actress, writer and businesswoman. And of course has brought lots of attention to Malawi, Africa.
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