Donna Summer
Donna Summer, known as the 'Queen of Disco', was a highly successful American singer-songwriter in the disco era of the 1970s.
Pop Singer
December 31, 1948
Capricorn
May 17, 2012
63
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Donna Summer, often referred to as the “Queen of Disco,” was a groundbreaking American singer-songwriter who left a lasting impact on the music industry. She rose to fame with iconic hits such as “Last Dance,” “Hot Stuff,” and “Bad Girls,” as well as the chart-topping “MacArthur Park Suite.” Throughout her career, Summer consistently dominated the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. In addition to her musical accomplishments, she was a dedicated philanthropist, establishing the Donna Summer and Bruce Sudano Foundation and actively participating in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Sadly, Summer passed away in 2012 due to lung cancer.
