Diana Ross is an iconic American singer and actress, known for her role as the lead singer of the Supremes, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time.
The Supremes, under Diana Ross's leadership, achieved a record 12 number-one hits on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, making them the best-charting female group in history.
Ross has received numerous accolades, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her significant contributions to music.
Biography
Early Life
Diana Ernestine Ross was born on March 26, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan, as the second of six children in a Baptist family. Her mother, Ernestine, named her Diane, but a clerical error on her birth certificate led to her being called Diana. Growing up in the Black Bottom neighborhood, Ross faced challenges early on, including her mother's battle with tuberculosis, which temporarily separated the family. After her mother's recovery, they returned to Detroit, where Ross attended Cass Technical High School, aspiring to become a fashion designer.
Career
Ross's musical journey began at the age of 15 when she joined the Primettes, a girl group that would later become the Supremes. Under the guidance of Motown's Berry Gordy, the Supremes became one of the most successful acts of the 1960s, achieving 12 number-one hits on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. After leaving the group, Ross embarked on a solo career, releasing numerous albums, including "Diana Ross," "Surrender," and "The Boss." Her contributions to music earned her prestigious accolades, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Personal Life
Diana Ross has been married twice and has five children. Her first marriage was to music executive Robert Ellis Silberstein, with whom she had two daughters, including actress Tracee Ellis Ross. Ross's personal relationships have included notable figures such as Motown's Berry Gordy and musician Gene Simmons. Despite her high-profile romances, she has maintained a focus on her career and family.
Legacy
Diana Ross's influence on music and culture is profound, inspiring artists like Michael Jackson and Beyoncé. Her songs have been widely covered and sampled, showcasing her lasting impact on the music industry. With a career spanning decades, Ross remains a celebrated figure in pop, soul, and R&B music, solidifying her status as a music icon.
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Discography
Diana Ross Sings Songs From The Wiz2015
- 1.The Feeling We Once Had4:37
- 2.He's the Wizard3:35
- 3.Soon as I Get Home2:52
- 4.Trio Medley: You Can’t Win / Slide Some Oil / (I’m a) Mean Ole Lion5:42
- 5.Ease on Down the Road3:50
- 6.Be a Lion3:21
- 7.So You Wanted to Meet the Wizard2:51
- 8.Is This What Feeling Gets (Dorothy’s Theme)3:18
- 9.Don’t Nobody Bring Me No Bad News2:06
- 10.Wonder, Wonder Why3:50
- 11.A Brand New Day (Everybody Rejoice)3:43
- 12.Believe in Yourself2:37
- 13.Home3:46
Blue2006
- 1.What a Diff’rence a Day Makes3:29
- 2.No More3:10
- 3.Let’s Do It3:01
- 4.I Loves Ya Porgy5:11
- 5.Smile2:59
- 6.But Beautiful2:50
- 7.Had You Been Around3:30
- 8.Little Girl Blue4:00
- 9.Can’t Get Started With You3:10
- 10.Love Is Here to Stay2:13
- 11.You’ve Changed2:55
- 12.My Man (Mon Homme)3:31
- 13.Easy Living2:54
- 14.Solitude2:05
- 15.He’s Funny That Way3:03
- 16.T’ain’t Nobody’s Bizness If I Do2:23
I Love You2006
- 1.Remember3:32
- 2.More Today Than Yesterday2:52
- 3.I Want You4:34
- 4.I Love You (That's All That Really Matters)5:30
- 5.What About Love4:25
- 6.The Look of Love4:28
- 7.Lovely Day4:09
- 8.Crazy Little Thing Called Love3:15
- 9.Only You3:59
- 10.To Be Loved4:02
- 11.I Will2:48
- 12.This Magic Moment3:27
- 13.You Are So Beautiful3:35
- 14.Always and Forever4:08
- 15.Remember (reprise)1:25
Every Day Is a New Day1999
- 1.He Lives in You4:53
- 2.Love Is All That Matters4:11
- 3.Until We Meet Again4:30
- 4.Got to Be Free4:16
- 5.Not Over You Yet5:03
- 6.So They Say5:12
- 7.Every Day Is a New Day5:56
- 8.Sugarfree4:48
- 9.Someone That You Loved Before3:48
- 10.Hope Is an Open Window4:49
- 11.Carry On (remix)3:42
- 12.Until We Meet Again (Hex Hector remix)8:05
Take Me Higher1995
- 1.Take Me Higher4:18
- 2.If You're Not Gonna Love Me Right4:41
- 3.Voice of the Heart4:18
- 4.Let Somebody Know4:55
- 5.Keep It Right There4:50
- 6.Don't Stop3:48
- 7.Gone5:14
- 8.Only Love Can Conquer All4:10
- 9.I Never Loved a Man Before4:55
- 10.I Thought We Were Still in Love4:54
- 11.I Will Survive4:48
A Very Special Season1994
- 1.Winter Wonderland3:23
- 2.White Christmas3:20
- 3.Wonderful Christmastime3:10
- 4.What the World Needs Now4:21
- 5.Happy Christmas (War Is Over)3:16
- 6.Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!2:14
- 7.Amazing Grace5:21
- 8.His Eye Is on the Sparrow3:54
- 9.Silent Night5:02
- 10.Overjoyed4:05
- 11.O Holy Night4:44
- 12.Someday at Christmas4:09
- 13.Ave Maria5:52
- 14.The Christmas Song3:13
The Force Behind the Power1991
- 1.Change of Heart4:04
- 2.When You Tell Me That You Love Me4:14
- 3.Battlefield3:36
- 4.Blame It on the Sun3:56
- 5.You're Gonna Love It5:10
- 6.Heavy Weather5:00
- 7.The Force Behind the Power4:43
- 8.Heart (Don't Change My Mind)4:19
- 9.Waiting in the Wings4:53
- 10.You and I4:09
- 11.One Shining Moment4:49
- 12.If We Hold on Together4:14
- 13.No Matter What You Do5:09
Workin' Overtime1989
- 1.Workin' Overtime4:17
- 2.Say We Can4:20
- 3.Take the Bitter With the Sweet3:50
- 4.Bottom Line4:06
- 5.This House5:37
- 6.Paradise3:54
- 7.Keep On (Dancin')4:53
- 8.What Can One Person Do3:18
- 9.Goin' Through the Motions3:53
- 10.We Stand Together5:07
Red Hot Rhythm and Blues1987
- 1.Dirty Looks4:09
- 2.Stranger in Paradise3:59
- 3.Summertime4:04
- 4.Shine3:32
- 5.Tell Me Again3:13
- 6.Selfish One3:31
- 7.Cross My Heart4:11
- 8.There Goes My Baby3:03
- 9.It's Hard for Me to Say4:43
- 10.Shockwaves3:46
Eaten Alive1985
- 1.Eaten Alive3:55
- 2.Oh, Teacher3:40
- 3.Experience4:57
- 4.Chain Reaction3:50
- 5.More and More3:07
- 6.I’m Watching You3:52
- 7.Love on the Line4:21
- 8.(I Love) Being in Love With You4:34
- 9.Crime of Passion3:35
- 10.Don’t Give Up on Each Other3:47
Swept Away1984
- 1.Missing You4:19
- 2.Touch by Touch4:13
- 3.Rescue Me2:42
- 4.It's Your Move3:35
- 5.Swept Away5:26
- 6.Telephone4:12
- 7.Nobody Makes Me Crazy Like You Do4:22
- 8.All of You4:03
- 9.We Are the Children of the World4:26
- 10.Forever Young4:51
Ross1983
- 1.That’s How You Start Over4:12
- 2.Love Will Make It Right4:46
- 3.You Do It4:32
- 4.Pieces of Ice4:57
- 5.Let’s Go Up4:06
- 6.Love or Loneliness4:18
- 7.Up Front3:59
- 8.Girls3:59
Silk Electric1982
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Why Do Fools Fall in Love1981
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Diana1980
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The Boss1979
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Ross1978
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Baby It’s Me1977
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Diana Ross1976
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Touch Me in the Morning1973
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Diana & Marvin1973
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Last Time I Saw Him1973
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Surrender1971
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Diana Ross1970
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Everything Is Everything1970
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Label
- Record label
- Motown
- Record label
- RCA
Achievements
- Award
- Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- Award
- Presidential Medal of Freedom
- Award
- Kennedy Center Honors
- Award
- Michigan Women's Hall of Fame
- Award
- Honorary César
- Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Award
- Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres
Groups
- The Primettescurrent
- We Are Family Collectivecurrent
- The Supremes1967
Played together with
- Barbara MartinThe Supremes · 1961
- Cindy BirdsongThe Supremes · 1970–1972
- Cindy BirdsongThe Supremes · 1973–1976
Florence BallardThe Supremes · 1967- Jean TerrellThe Supremes · 1970–1973
- Lynda LaurenceThe Supremes · 1972–1973
Mary WilsonThe Supremes · 1970–2021- Mary WilsonThe Supremes · 1967
- Scherrie PayneThe Supremes · 1973
- Susaye GreeneThe Supremes · 1976
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Diana Ernestine Earle Ross, Diane Earle, Dianna Ross, ダイアナ・ロス
Diana Ross is an American singer and actress. She was the lead singer of the vocal group the Supremes, who became Motown's most successful act during the 1960s and one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time. They remain the best-charting female group in history, with a total of 12 number-one pop singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
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