Laura Branigan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 03, 1952 |
|---|---|
| Age | 73 |
| Birthplace | Brewster, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Laura Branigan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | The international hit single 'Gloria', as well as other popular songs like 'Self Control', 'Solitaire', and 'How Am I Supposed to Live Without You'. |
Intro
Laura Branigan was an American singer, songwriter, and actress best known for her powerful vocal style and her 1982 hit single 'Gloria.' Over the course of her career, Branigan received numerous award nominations and is remembered as one of the distinctive pop vocalists of the 1980s.
Early Life & Background
Laura Branigan was born in Brewster, New York, and raised in Armonk, New York. She attended Byram Hills High School and developed an early interest in music, participating in school productions and later studying at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.
Career Highlights
- Achieved international success with the hit 'Gloria' (1982), which stayed on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 for 36 weeks.
- Released the album 'Branigan' (1982), which was certified Gold.
- Scored additional hits with songs such as 'Solitaire,' 'Self Control,' and 'How Am I Supposed to Live Without You.'
- Nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female (1983).
- Also pursued acting, appearing in films and television throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
Trivia
- Branigan's recording of 'Gloria' was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2022.
- 'Self Control' was a number-one hit in several countries in Europe.
- She provided the English-language singing voice for the character of Angel in the 1980 animated film 'An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island.'
FAQs
People also ask
Laura Branigan is 73 years old.
Laura Branigan was born the 3 July 1952.
Brewster, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 3rd, 1952, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 3, 1952, the Constitution of Puerto Rico was approved, establishing the island as a self-governing commonwealth of the United States. This marked a significant step in Puerto Rico's political evolution and its relationship with the U.S.
- Day of the week: July 3rd, 1952 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Walkin' My Baby Back Home by Nat King Cole (Billy May & His Orchestra)
- Popular movie: High Noon directed by Fred Zinnemann
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