Cyndi Lauper, born June 22, 1953, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress renowned for her vibrant style and powerful four-octave voice. A pop icon of the 1980s, she broke records with her debut album She's So Unusual, which produced four top-five Billboard hits including Girls Just Want to Have Fun and Time After Time, and won her the Grammy for Best New Artist. Known for her striking looks and eclectic fashion, Lauper has sold over 50 million records worldwide and has remained a fixture on the charts with hits like True Colors and I Drove All Night. Beyond music, Lauper is celebrated for her advocacy work, especially supporting LGBTQ rights. Her talents extend to theater, and she made history as the first woman to win the Tony Award for Best Original Score alone, for the musical Kinky Boots. Throughout her career, she has earned multiple Grammys, an Emmy, a Tony, and numerous other accolades. Lauper's influence is recognized by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and her place among the greatest women in rock music history.