Today in Madonna History: August 17, 1960

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On August 17 1960,  Sean Justin Penn was born.

In the film, Truth Or Dare Madonna is asked, “Who has been the love of your life for your whole life?”  Madonna replies without hesitation, “Sean. Sean.”

Today in Madonna History: August 16, 1958

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On August 16 1958, Madonna (the “creamy smooth pop icon goddess”) was born.

Today we wish Madonna a very Happy 56th Birthday!

Today in Madonna History: August 15, 2001

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On August 15 2001, during a sold-out “Drowned World Tour” concert at the National Car Rental Center, Sunrise, FL, Madonna was surprised by husband Guy Ritchie when he appeared onstage to present her a cake for her 43rd birthday.

Today in Madonna History: August 14, 1984

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On August 14 1984, Madonna’s Madonna (The First Album) was certified platinum (to commemorate the sales of more than 1 million copies) in the USA.

Today in Madonna History: August 13, 1985

 

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On August 13 1985, Madonna and Sean Penn got their marriage license.

Today in Madonna History: August 12, 2003

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On August 12 2003, Madonna was honoured with the Greatest Female Singer Of The Video Age award by VH1 (based on a viewer’s poll).

Today in Madonna History: August 11, 2000

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On August 11 2000, Madonna gave birth to a 5-lb, 9-oz boy, Rocco Ritchie, at 11:59 am at Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre, Los Angeles, CA.