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Canadian singer-songwriter and actress
Born
November 2nd, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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A Canadian singer-songwriter and producer, this individual emerged in the late 1980s with a distinctive sound blending country and pop music. The debut album, 'Angel with a Lariat', gained critical acclaim, leading to further recognition. 'Ingenue', released in 1992, featured the iconic single 'Constant Craving', which won several awards, including a Grammy. The artist also starred in the film 'The Last Waltz' and contributed to various soundtracks. Besides a successful music career, this individual has been involved in activism, particularly for LGBTQ+ rights and issues related to animal rights.
Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance
Constant Craving from 'Ingenue'
Angel with a Lariat album
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