A Documentary Film

Diana Ross

1944 – 2004

Diana Ross first gained fame as the lead singer of The Supremes, the most successful American vocal group of the 1960s and Motown Records’ most successful act.

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Years of Life

Albums

Grammy Awards

Chapters

The Film

Chapters

Diana Ross

Part 1

Diana Ross stands as one of the most successful female artists in music history. Her work with The Supremes helped integrate popular music during the Civil Rights era, while her solo career established her as a global superstar and fashion icon.

In Their Words

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Where Did Our Love Go

— Diana Ross

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(1964) – Grammy-nominated -

— Diana Ross

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Stop! In the Name of Love

— Diana Ross

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Back in My Arms Again

— Diana Ross

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You Can't Hurry Love

— Diana Ross

The Work

Innovations

Year	Title	Role/Impact	Type
1961	The Primettes (formed 1959)	Recording	Album
1975	Portrayed Billie Holiday; earned Academy Award nomination for Best Actress -	Recording	Album
1978	Fashion drama; sang the Oscar-nominated title song -	Recording	Album
1971	8 wins, including Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist (multiple years) -	Recording	Album
1977	Tony Award:	Recording	Album
1999	NAACP Image Awards:	Recording	Album