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Billy Steinberg, the prolific songwriter behind hits for Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, the Bangles and more, died at 74 after a cancer battle; teamed with Tom Kelly to pen chart-toppers like Like a Virgin, True Colors, So Emotional and I’ll Stand By You, later continued writing with Rick Nowels and Josh Alexander, and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011.
Billy Steinberg, the prolific songwriter who co-wrote Madonna’s Like a Virgin, Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors and other ’80s anthems, died in California after a long cancer battle, aged 75. A longtime collaborator with Tom Kelly, he penned hits for Whitney Houston, The Bangles, Heart and more, was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011, and left a lasting legacy as a lyricist and hitmaker across generations.
The 40th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony celebrated legendary artists like Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Salt-N-Pepa, and more, featuring performances, speeches, and backstage moments that highlighted their contributions and impact on music and culture.
Cyndi Lauper was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame at the 2025 ceremony, where she performed hits like 'True Colors' and 'Time After Time' with guest artists, and delivered a heartfelt speech emphasizing the power of music and unity.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Los Angeles featured stars like OutKast and Cyndi Lauper, along with other notable artists and celebrities, celebrating the inductees and enjoying a star-studded event.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Los Angeles will honor artists like Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, Salt-N-Pepa, and the White Stripes, with performances and tributes from notable guests such as Donald Glover and Elton John, and will be streamed live on Disney+ and Hulu, with a televised version on ABC.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will honor artists like Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, Salt-N-Pepa, and Soundgarden, with performances and tributes from notable figures, and will be streamed live on Disney+ and Hulu, with a televised version on ABC.
Chappell Roan will induct Cyndi Lauper into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, with a special celebration featuring various artists including Avril Lavigne, Bryan Adams, and Jim Carrey, among others, at the November 8 event.
Gracie Abrams, a young pop star, met her childhood idol Cyndi Lauper in a Brooklyn studio, where they shared stories, musical influences, and insights into their creative processes, highlighting Abrams's admiration for Lauper's work and their mutual respect for overcoming challenges in their careers.
The special 'A Grammy Salute to Cyndi Lauper: Live from the Hollywood Bowl' features a two-night concert celebrating Lauper's career, with performances by stars like Cher, SZA, and Joni Mitchell, blending her iconic hits with storytelling and guest collaborations, serving as a farewell tour highlight and a tribute to her influence and activism.
CBS will air two Grammy specials honoring Earth, Wind & Fire and Cyndi Lauper, featuring performances and appearances by notable artists like Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, Cher, and others, celebrating their musical legacies.
At 70, Cyndi Lauper is embarking on her final tour, the "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour," and starring in a documentary about her life, "Let the Canary Sing," streaming on Paramount+. Despite not having toured in over a decade, Lauper is seizing the opportunity to perform while she still can.
Cyndi Lauper has announced her farewell tour across North America, covering 23 cities from October 18 to December 5. The tour, her first major one in over a decade, will start in Montreal and end in Chicago, with special guests to be announced later. Tickets are available through various presales before the general onsale on June 7. Additionally, a documentary about her life, "LET THE CANARY SING," will premiere on Paramount+ on June 4. Lauper will discuss the tour and documentary on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Wednesday.
Cyndi Lauper has announced her farewell tour, set to visit 23 North American cities this fall, marking her first major tour in a decade. The tour begins on October 18 in Montreal and concludes on December 5 in Chicago. Lauper will also promote her new documentary "Let the Canary Sing," premiering on Paramount+ and participate in various promotional events. Tickets go on sale this week.
In the new documentary Let the Canary Sing, Cyndi Lauper reveals that the iconic lyric "The second hand unwinds" from her 1983 hit "Time After Time" was inspired by a conversation with producer Rick Chertoff about his malfunctioning watch. The film, directed by Alison Ellwood, premieres on Paramount+ and explores Lauper's life and career.