Mariah Carey (born March 27, 1969 or 1970) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. Referred to as the "Songbird Supreme" by Guinness World Records, she is noted for her five-octave vocal range, melismatic singing style, and signature use of the whistle register.
She rose to fame in 1990 after signing to Columbia Records and releasing her eponymous debut album, which topped the U.S. Billboard 200 for eleven consecutive weeks. Soon after, Carey became the only artist ever to have their first five singles reach number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, from "Vision of Love" to "Emotions".
Dolly Parton says she is so sad to have lost her “special friend” Dame Olivia Newton-John, following her death aged 73. The US country legend said she was “so happy that our lives crossed paths” as she joined those paying tribute to the actress and singer online.
The British-born singer died “peacefully” at her ranch in southern California on Monday morning, surrounded by family and friends, her widower confirmed.
After the news broke, famous names from the worlds of television, film and music took to social media to share memories and send condolences to her family. ❤️ pic.
twitter. com/4kChjWsnUxSir Elton John, Mariah Carey, and Gwyneth Paltrow were among those remembering the “beautiful and courageous actress”. “So sad to have lost my special friend Olivia Newton-John,” Parton wrote in a statement. “So happy that our lives crossed paths.
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