Diana Ross

Famous all around the world and is a music royalty, Diana Ross proves that she is a one-of-a-kind talent. Diana Ross was born in Detroit, Michigan, and attended Cass Technical High School in downtown Detroit. When she was fifteen years old, Diana joined the Primettes, the female counterpart for a male vocal group, the Primes. After winning a talent show in Windsor, Ontario, Ross’ vocal group received an invite for a Motown Records audition. Motown executives were in awe of the Primettes yet believed they were way too young.

Nevertheless, The Primettes still wanted to pursue a career. They then changed their name to the Supremes under the advice of the executives. After leaving the music group, Ross then released a solo album with Motown in the ‘70s with numerous hits, selling over a million copies worldwide. In addition to having a wonderful music career, Ross also pursued an acting career. She starred in the movie Lady Sing the Blues and received nominations for her acting performance.