First published 2007
J. Randy Taraborrelli presents the complete story of Diana Ross, the Detroit girl who became one of music's biggest stars. Drawing from extensive interviews, the author traces her journey from the Supremes to solo superstardom. The biography examines her complex personality as both beloved icon and difficult performer. Taraborrelli explores her romantic relationships, her role as a mother, and her impact on civil rights during a turbulent era in American history. The book includes previously unpublished photographs that document her transformation from young Motown singer to international celebrity. Ross emerges as a multifaceted figure whose drive for success shaped both her triumphs and her struggles with family and colleagues.
Genres: biography, 20th-century, african-american, biography-memoir, music, 21st-century, musicians
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: rags-to-riches, rise-to-fame
Setting: Detroit
Period: 20th Century, 21st Century
539 pages · Hardcover · Citadel Pr