Christina Maria Aguilera

Christina Aguilera's story is a Hollywood dream come true. The daughter of a officer in the military and a violinist/pianist mother who to...

Christina Aguilera8217;s story is a Hollywood dream come true. The daughter of a officer in the military and a violinist/pianist mother who toured Europe with the Youth Symphony Orchestra, this 19-year-old has traveled the world, living in Japan, Florida, Texas and New Jersey, before settling in Wexford, a suburb of Pittsburgh.

On her return to the States in early 1998, Christina was invited to audition to record Reflection for the Disney animated film Mulan. The studio8217;s search for a powerful voice with a wide vocal range quickly ended. At her manager8217;s request, Christina cut a one-take demo on her stereo in her living room singing to a karaoke tape of Whitney Houston8217;s I Wanna Run To You. The demo was couriered to Disney 8212; within 48 hours, Chritina was in a Los Angeles studio recording Reflection.

That very same week RCA Records signed her to a record contract.

Mulan premiered in June, 1998 and Reflection hit the top ten charts. The song also related well to critics, garnering a Golden Globe Nomination for best original song in a motion picture.

On her debut album for RCA, Genie in a bottle, Christina continues to define herself and showcase her special voice. From the upbeat dance-pop of the first single, Genie In A Bottle, to the guitar driven, heartfelt fun of What A Girl Wants, to the soulful gospel strains of So Emotional and the truly awe-inspiring ballad, I Turn To You, Christina8217;s powerful affecting voice intertwines the themes of finding your own identity with the uncertainties of growing up.

This debut album marks another huge stage for Christina down the road of commercial and critical success. With numerous television appearances to her credit it is not surprising that Christina has recently been approached by a number of directors for roles in films going into production this summer.

Influences: She was influenced by Julie Andrews after watching The Sound Of Music. She then grew up listening to Whitney Houston Etta James and Billie Holiday

Fave Colors: Powder Pink White

Fave Food: Meat and potatoes especially Steak

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Hobbies and Interests: Shopping, watching movies, hanging out with friends, music, dancing, sports