Madonna- Why was Madonna so famous? the Breakfast Club

Madonna Louise Ciccone was born on August 16, 1958

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In 1979, Madonna became romantically involved with musician Dan Gilroy

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Together they formed her first band, the Breakfast Club, for which Madonna sang and played drums and guitar

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She made her acting debut in the low-budget indie film A Certain Sacrifice, which was not released until 1985

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In 1980, Madonna left the Breakfast Club with drummer Stephen Bray, who was her boyfriend in Michigan, and they formed the band Emmy and the Emmys

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In January 1984, Madonna gained more exposure by performing on American Bandstand and Top of the Pops.

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Her image, performances, and music videos influenced young girls and women

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Madonna's style became one of the female fashion trends of the 1980s

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