Madonna (entertainer) Madonna (entertainer) Madonna Louise Ciccone (; born August 16, 1958) is an American singer-songwriter, actress and businesswoman. Referred to as the "Queen of Pop" since the 1980s, Madonna is known for pushing the boundaries of songwriting in mainstream popular music, as well as imagery in music videos and on stage. She has also frequently reinvented both her music and image while maintaining autonomy within the recording industry. Besides sparking controversy, her works have been praised by music critics. Madonna is often cited as an influence by other artists. Born and raised in Michigan, Madonna moved to New York City in
Madonna della Clemenza of the oldest Marian Icons were represented, however, the representation of the Madonna della Clemenza was not the original but a photographic copy due to the delicate state of the original painting. The Icon can still be seen over the Capella Altemps in the Basilica Santa Maria di Trastevere in Rome. Madonna della Clemenza The Madonna della Clemenza is an Icon painting on canvas and wood, dated back to late 7th or early 8th century CE. "The Madonna della Clemenza", or Icon of the Virgin and Child as it is also known, is located at the Basilica Santa Maria in