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Oct 2023
59m 28s

Madonna: A Rebel Life with author Mary G...

Stefan Mreczko, Tony Trius, Liberty King, Ben Kline
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MLVC speaks with Mary Gabriel, author of the new biography "Madonna: A Rebel Life." We have a great discussion about Madonna and her ascent to becoming the pop icon and artist she is today, and a bit about the Celebration Tour. Mary's book is available for purchase from publisher Little, Brown and Company wherever books are sold. Follow MLVC on Instagram, Tw ... Show More
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