Christina Aguilera Biography

Fast Facts

• Became the global spokesperson for World Hunger Relief in 2009
• Was performing regularly in talent shows by the time she was 6 years old
• After appearing on the televised "Star Search" competition, she joined the Mickey Mouse Club in 1992, kick starting her professional career
• Her recording of "Reflection" for the soundtrack of "Mulan" led to her securing a contract with RCA Records
• Quote: "Every individual has the power to create change․"
• Known for her strong voice and a cappella singing ability, she sings in a four octave vocal range
• Originally marketed to teen pop audiences, she took more creative control of her second album and began to incorporate elements of soul, pop rock, R&B and hip-hop
• Appears as a non-playable character in the video game expansion "The Sims: Superstar․"
• Counts Mariah Carey, Etta James and Billie Holiday among her musical influences
• Was the first person to be named Woman of the Year by Glamour magazine