BETTE MIDLER

Born December 1, 1945 in Hawaii

American singer, actress, comedian and author, sometimes referred to as “The Divine Miss M.”

Her many chart-topping hits include renditions of “Wind Beneath My Wings,” “The Rose” and “From a Distance.”

Also an accomplished actor in films such as Beaches, Hocus Pocus and The Stepford Wives.

Has received many awards, including 4 Golden Globes, 3 Grammys, 3 Primetime Emmys, 2 Tonys and a Kennedy Center Honor.

“The worst part of success is to try finding someone who is happy for you.”