Deborah Cox

Canadian singer-songwriter and actress

Deborah Cox - Canadian singer-songwriter and actress
Born

July 13th, 1974
50 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

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Born in 1974, a Canadian singer-songwriter and actress rose to prominence in the late 1990s. Achieved success with the hit single 'Nobody's Supposed to Be Here', which became one of the longest-running number one hits on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Released multiple albums, including 'Deborah Cox' and 'One Wish'. Transitioned into acting, starring in productions such as 'Aida' on Broadway. Gained recognition for both musical and theatrical contributions.

Released the multi-platinum album 'One Wish'

Had a number one single with 'Nobody's Supposed to Be Here'

Starred in the Broadway production of 'Aida'

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