Donna Summer
Real Name: LaDonna Adrian Gaines
Date of Birth / Formation: December 31, 1948
Age / Status: Deceased (May 17, 2012, age 63)
Donna Summer, the 'Queen of Disco', was an American singer and songwriter who defined the dance music era of the 1970s and 80s. Her collaboration with Giorgio Moroder produced groundbreaking electronic dance tracks like 'I Feel Love'. In the 1980s, she successfully transitioned to a more pop and rock-oriented sound with hits like 'She Works Hard for the Money'. Summer won five Grammy Awards and was the first artist to have three consecutive double albums reach number one on the Billboard charts. Her powerful voice and innovative sound paved the way for modern dance and pop music, making her a true legend of the genre.