American singer who was known for having freestyle songs in the 1980s including the hit "I Still Believe." She was nominated for several Latin music awards.

Before Fame

She starred in a 1984 hip hop film called Beat Street.

Trivia

She was nominated for a handful of awards including two Latin Grammy Awards in 2002 and a Lo Nuestro Award in 1997.

Family Life

She was born to a Jewish American father and a Puerto Rican mother. She married Chris Petrone. Their daughter Gianna Isabella competed on the 15th season of American Idol.

Associated With

Mariah Carey recorded a cover of "I Still Believe."