Madonna Louise Ciccone was born on August 16th, 1958 in Bay City, Michigan.

Madonna's mother was diagnosed with breast cancer during her pregnancy with Madonna's youngest sister. On December 1, 1963, at the age of 30, her mother passed away when Madonna was eight years old.

Madonna's father remarries to Joan Gustafson, who becomes Madonna's stepmother.

Madonna's mother passes away due to breast cancer.

Madonna takes up a different name in 1967.

Madonna officially joins the Catholic Church and chooses the name Veronica. This event is documented in the biography 'Madonna, A Biography'.

On January 1, 1976, Madonna's stepmother adopts Joan Gustafson, and Madonna's father also adopts someone. This event marks a significant change in Madonna's family dynamics.

In 1977, Madonna moved to New York City to pursue a career in modern dance. This decision marked the beginning of her journey towards becoming a renowned figure in the entertainment industry.

Madonna dropped out of college in May 6, 1978, to move to NYC after being in school for just two years. She then went to France, became a showgirl, and fell in love with performing, joining many bands.

In 1979, Madonna developed her early songwriting skills while working with the Breakfast Club, which later contributed to her becoming the sole writer of five songs on her debut album.

Madonna released her self-titled debut album in 1980, marking the beginning of her iconic music career.

Madonna's first solo performance took place on January 5, 1981.

Madonna released her debut single 'Everybody' on Sire in 1982. The singer, aged 24 at the time, was not featured on the single artwork, reportedly to target an African-American audience.

On July 27, 1983, Madonna released her self-titled debut album on Sire. The album debuted at No. 190 on the Billboard 200 and peaked at No. 8 in 1984. Madonna wrote five of the album's eight tracks, including 'Burning Up' and 'Lucky Star'.

In November 1984, Madonna's second studio album 'Like a Virgin' was released, becoming a commercial success and solidifying Madonna's status as a pop icon. The album's title track topped the charts and sparked controversy.

Madonna transitioned from being in bands to a solo career, releasing her first single 'Everybody' in 1985.

Madonna starred alongside Rosanna Arquette in the film Desperately Seeking Susan, which was released on March 29, 1985. Madonna's portrayal of a carefree version of herself and her fashion in the film and music video 'Into the Groove' had a significant impact on pop culture.

On September 16, 1986, Madonna achieves a major milestone in her music career by winning her first Grammy award. This recognition marks a significant achievement in the music industry for Madonna.

In June 1987, Madonna embarked on the Who's That Girl World Tour, breaking attendance records including over 130,000 people in a show near Paris. The tour was a huge success.

In July 1987, Madonna started her first world tour named Who’s That Girl World Tour, inspired by a screwball comedy she acted in. Despite being a huge success, the tour faced controversy when Pope John Paul II called for a boycott of the show in Italy.

In January 1989, Madonna faced controversy with the release of 'Like a Prayer' music video featuring Catholic symbols. The Vatican condemned the video, leading to a backlash and Pepsi revoking their sponsorship.

In 1989, Madonna faced controversy with the release of her 'Like a Prayer' video, where she was seen kissing a saint and dancing in front of burning crucifixes. The Vatican condemned the video and Pepsi terminated their contract with Madonna.

Madonna appeared as a guest on the Arsenio Hall Show on May 1, 1990, where she promoted the movie Dick Tracy and teased Arsenio about Paula Abdul.

On May 19, 1990, Madonna's 'Vogue' started a three-week run at No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart, becoming her eighth U.S. No. 1 hit.

In May 1991, Madonna released her first documentary film, Truth or Dare (known as In Bed with Madonna outside North America), chronicling her Blond Ambition World Tour. It became the highest-grossing documentary of all time at that point.

In April 1992, Madonna founded her own entertainment company, Maverick, which included a record company, film production company, and other divisions. It became one of the most successful artist-run labels in history.

In October 1992, Madonna simultaneously released her fifth studio album, Erotica, and her controversial coffee table book, Sex. The book received strong negative reactions but sold 1.5 million copies in a matter of days.

Madonna was honored for Best Songwriting for 'This Used To Be My Playground' at the 8th annual ASCAP Film & Television Music Awards in Beverly Hills, California.

Madonna made a highly controversial appearance on Late Show With David Letterman where she used profanity, asked the host to smell her underwear, and criticized him for being 'soft'. This appearance became the most-censored network talk-show appearance in history.

Madonna attended the Los Angeles premiere of the film 'With Honors' and contributed the theme song 'I'll Remember' to the soundtrack distributed by Maverick Records.

Madonna appeared on the cover of People Magazine on April 29, 1996, with the headline 'Maternal Girl: Madonna’s with child.' The cover highlighted Madonna's pregnancy.

On October 14, 1996, Madonna gave birth to her daughter Lourdes Maria Ciccone Leon.

Madonna achieved success at the Grammy Awards in 1997, further establishing her musical prowess.

Madonna's song Frozen was the number one dance single on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart for the weeks of April 25 and May 2, 1998.

In December 1999, Madonna and her 3-year-old daughter were photographed arriving at a Versace fashion show in New York.

On August 11, 2000, Madonna's son Rocco was born, her only child with ex-husband Guy Ritchie.

After an eight-year absence from touring, Madonna began her Drowned World Tour in June 2001. The tour was highly successful and became the highest-grossing concert tour of the year by a solo artist.

On October 22, 2002, Madonna released the single 'Die Another Day' with a music video that became the second most expensive music video ever made.

On April 28, 2003, Madonna was featured on the cover of People Magazine with the theme 'Madonna’s Real Life.' The magazine cover focused on Madonna's personal life.

In mid-2004, Madonna started the Re-Invention World Tour in the US, Canada, and Europe, which became the highest-grossing tour of 2004, earning around $120 million.

In January 2005, Madonna performed a cover version of the John Lennon song 'Imagine' at Tsunami Aid, showcasing her support for the benefit concert.

In November 2005, Madonna released her tenth studio album, Confessions on a Dance Floor, which was praised by critics and won a Grammy Award for Best Electronic/Dance Album.

Madonna filed for divorce on October 10, 2006.

In 2007, Madonna ended her contract with Warner Bros. and signed a lucrative 10-year, $120 million deal with Live Nation.

In 2008, Madonna was named the wealthiest woman by Forbes magazine.

Madonna was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 10, 2008, in her first year of eligibility. She did not perform at the ceremony but had fellow inductees the Stooges perform her songs.

Madonna released her third greatest-hits album, Celebration, in September 2009, as a conclusion to her contract with Warner Bros. Records. The album included new songs along with her hits.

Madonna performed at the Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief concert in January 2010, contributing to the fundraising efforts for Haiti after the devastating earthquake.

On December 9, 2011, the biography of Madonna written by Mary Cross was published. The biography delves into the life and career of the iconic pop star, providing insights into her journey and impact on the music industry.

In 2012, Madonna appeared in the Super Bowl halftime show, singing some of her old songs. The performance was watched by 114 million people, the highest rating in Super Bowl history.

On February 5, 2012, Madonna performed at the 46th Super Bowl. It was a significant event in her career.

Madonna collaborated with Steven Klein to direct a 17-minute film, secretprojectrevolution, which was released on BitTorrent in September 2013. The film launched the Art for Freedom initiative to promote art and free speech globally.

In 2014, Madonna performed “Open Your Heart” at the 56th Grammys while Queen Latifah officiated the weddings of dozens of gay and straight couples on live TV.

In 2015, Madonna went viral.

On January 7, 2015, Madonna expressed her beliefs in freedom of expression, pursuing one's dreams, and shared insights into her religious upbringing and childhood through various quotes.

In 2015, Madonna embraced new media platforms like Snapchat and Grindr while promoting her 13th studio album, Rebel Heart. She announced a massive worldwide tour starting on August 29 in Miami.

In October 2016, Madonna was named Billboard's Woman of the Year. Her speech about ageism and sexism at the ceremony garnered widespread media coverage.

In February 2017, Madonna adopted four-year-old twin sisters from Malawi named Estere and Stella. She then moved to live in Lisbon, Portugal, with her adoptive children.

In July 2017, Madonna opened the Mercy James Institute for Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care in Malawi, a children's hospital built by her Raising Malawi charity.

In September 2017, the live album chronicling the Rebel Heart Tour was released, winning Best Music Video for Western Artists at the 32nd Japan Gold Disc Award.

Madonna released her 14th studio album, Madame X, in June 2019, inspired by local musicians from Lisbon. The album received critical acclaim and debuted atop the Billboard 200.

On June 14, 2019, Madonna released her fourteenth studio album, Madame X, which became her ninth number-one album in the US.

Madonna's Madame X Tour, featuring smaller venues and a no-phone policy for intimacy, began on September 17, 2019. The tour earned $51.4 million in ticket sales.

The Madame X Tour ended abruptly on March 8, 2020, due to the French government banning gatherings of more than 1,000 people amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Madonna's 1994 album Bedtime Stories reached the top position on the U.S. iTunes chart in April 30, 2020, due to a fan-led campaign called '#JusticeForBedtimeStories'.

On her 63rd birthday, Madonna announced her return to Warner in a global partnership, granting the label her entire recorded music catalog.

A remix album titled Finally Enough Love: 50 Number Ones was released on August 19, 2022, featuring Madonna's 50 number-one songs on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart.

On June 2, 2023, Madonna collaborated with The Weeknd and Playboi Carti on the single 'Popular', taken from the soundtrack to the drama series The Idol.

On June 24, 2023, Madonna was hospitalized after being found unresponsive in her New York City apartment. She spent five days in the hospital for treatment of a serious bacterial infection.

The commercial Madonna made in collaboration with Pepsi in 1989, which was banned due to controversial content, aired during the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards. Madonna refused to compromise her artistic integrity, leading to the cancellation of the commercial.

The Celebration Tour by Madonna commenced on October 14, 2023, at The O2 Arena in London, receiving critical acclaim.