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Cyndi Lauper
Cyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper, born on June 22, 1953, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Known for her distinctive voice and fashionable image, she is one of the icons of 1980s pop music. Lauper gained widespread recognition with the hit single 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' from her debut album 'She's So Unusual', which won her six Grammy Awards. more

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