Aries season is finally here! The first sign of the Zodiac, Aries are pure trailblazers. Their passionate, independent demeanor makes them the epitome of the fire signs. Symbolized by the Ram, Aries represent strength, assertiveness, and leadership. Aries season is full of some of the most prominent celebrities. Here's a list of 15 most iconic Aries of all-time.
Big Sean
Source : Billboard
One of Detroit's very own Big Sean was born on March 25. He started out in the music scene with singles like 'What U Doin' and 'Supa Dupa Lemonade' before signing with Kanye West's label G.O.O.D Music in 2007, leading up to his release of four studio albums and multiple Grammy nominations.
Mariah Carey
Source: Variety
One of music's biggest singers, known for her five-octave vocal range and power, Mariah Carey was born on March 27. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the third best selling female artist with 63.5 million albums sold across the United States.
Lady Gaga
Source: LA Times
Lady Gaga, an artist known for her theatrical performing ability and personality was born on March 28. She recently became the first woman in history to win an Oscar, Grammy, BAFTA, and Golden Globe all in one award season. She is also a strong advocate and supporter of the LGBTQ community and has her own non-profit organization, Born This Way Foundation, that focuses on helping the youth.
Eddie Murphy
Source: Jet Magazine
Comedian, actor and film producer Eddie Murphy was born on April 3. He is well-known for his performances in 'The Nutty Professor', 'Coming to America' and 'Beverly Hills Cop' series, as well as voice appearances as Thurgood Stubbs in 'The PJs' and Donkey in Dreamworks Animation's 'Shrek' series.
Pharrell Williams
Source: NPR
Arguably one of music's greatest producers of all-time, Pharrell Williams was born on April 5. As a part of the production duo The Neptunes along with Chad Hugo, Pharrell has produced numerous singles for many recording artists like Beyonce, Britney Spears, Jay-Z and Snoop Dogg. He is also known for owning his own record label, I Am Other as well as his clothing line, Billionaire Boys Club.
Chance The Rapper
Source: Business Insider
Representing Chi City, rapper Chance The Rapper was born on April 16. The rapper began to gain recognition from his 2013 mixtape 'Acid Rap' following his 2016 mixtape 'Coloring Book', which earned him three Grammys. Aside from his musical achievements, Chance The Rapper has made great contributions to his city of Chicago, joining forces with multiple nonprofits to help the youth, as well as endorsing Amara Enyia for the 2019 Chicago mayoral election.
Selena Quintanilla
Source: Aldianews
The late great Selena Quintanilla, the Queen of 'Tejano' music was born on April 16. Her proud contributions to music as well as fashion made her one of the celebrated and influential Latin artists of all-time. She is still proudly celebrated by the music and fashion industry, as her posthumous collection with MAC Cosmetics in 2016 became the best-selling celebrity makeup line of all time.
Quavo
Source: Complex
Quavious Marshall, professionally known as rapper "Quavo", was born on April 2. He is best known as a member of the superstar rap trio Migos and his ability to create memorable hooks and guest features.
Aretha Franklin
Source: Hollywood Reporter
The "Queen of Soul" and Detroit music icon Aretha Franklin are born on March 25. With a lustrous career spanning over 5 decades, she had received numerous honors and achievements including holding the record as the most charted female artist on Billboard, as well as being declared a "natural resource" in the State of Michigan in 1985.
Marvin Gaye
Source: The Source
One of Motown most influential and soulful artists, singer Marvin Gaye was born on April 2. His classics such as "Let's Get it On" and "Sexual Healing" helped create and influence R&B and R&B sub-genres such as Neo-soul or "Quiet Storm."
Candace Parker
Source: UTSports
WNBA player Candace Parker was born on April 19. She has played at least 10 seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks, winning her first WNBA championship in 2016. She also played college basketball at the University of Tennessee , coached by the legendary Pat Summitt.
Kyrie Irving
Source: Sporting News
Kyrie Irving, an NBA point guard for the Boston Celtics was born on March 23. He was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2011 NBA Draft. He spent six seasons in Cleveland, where he won the NBA Championship in 2016 with Lebron James. He was then traded to the Boston Celtics in 2017.
Maya Angelou
Source: Poetry Foundation
The late famous poet and civil right activist Maya Angelou was born on April 4. She has published several autobiographies and books of poetry, "I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings" being her most critically acclaimed book.
David Oyelowo
Source: IB Times Uk
British actor and producer David Oyelowo was born on April 1. His most famous role to date was his role as the great Martin Luther King Jr. in the 2014 drama film 'Selma.' It won a BET Award for Best Movie as well as an Oscar for Best Orginal Song for "Glory", performed by John Legend and Common.
Q-Tip
Source: CB San Francisco
Rapper and producer Q-Tip was born on April 10. He was apart of the legendary rap group A Tribe Called Quest and is best known for his beautiful and innovated jazz-influenced hip-hop style.