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Bette Midler (born December 1, 1945) is an American singer, actress, and comedian, also known by her informal stage name, The Divine Miss M. She became famous as a cabaret and concert headliner, and went on to star in successful and acclaimed films such as The Rose, Ruthless People, Beaches, and For The Boys. During her more than forty-year career, Midler has been nominated for two Academy Awards, and won four Grammy Awards, four Golden Globes, three Emmy Awards, and a special Tony Award. She has sold over 30 million albums worldwide.

• Also known as: The Divine Miss M
• Born: December 1, 1945 (age 66)
• Origin: Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S. Territory
• Genres: Vocal, pop, adult contemporary, comedy
• Occupations: Singer, actress, comedian, author, environmentalist, producer
• Years active: 1965–present
• Labels: Atlantic (1972–1997) Warner Bros. (1998–2001) Columbia (2002–present)
• Associated acts: Barry Manilow, Cher, Elton John, Barbra Streisand
• Website: bettemidler.com

Read more about Bette Midler at Wikipedia or at the Internet Movie Database

Adam LeFevre and Julie Reiber Join Broadway Cast of Priscilla Queen of the Desert Feb. 6
Playbill Combined , 2012-02-06 05:00:00
The Tony Award-winning production of Bette Midler's Priscilla Queen of the Desert welcomes Adam LeFevre and Julie Reiber to the Palace Theatre Feb. 6.

Adam LeFevre and Julie Reiber Will Join Broadway Cast of Priscilla Queen of the Desert
Playbill Combined , 2012-02-02 16:49:00
The Tony Award-winning production of Bette Midler's Priscilla Queen of the Desert will welcome Adam LeFevre and Julie Reiber to the Palace Theatre beginning Feb. 6.

ArtsBeat: The Wind Beneath My Weeping: Bring Tissues to 'Beaches' Cry-Along
NY Times Movies, 2012-01-20 12:00:18
The 92nd Street Y TriBeCa will host a Sing and Cry-Along to the 1988 film "Beaches," starring Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey.