Diana Ross is an American singer and actress who rose to prominence as the lead vocalist of the Motown vocal group the Supremes in the 1960s before establishing a long solo career. Originating from Detroit, she is associated with soul, R&B, pop, and disco styles, and her work spans the 1960s onward. Ross is known for her glamorous stage presence, emotive and polished vocal delivery, and a repertoire that moves between ballads, uptempo pop-soul numbers, and dance-oriented tracks. Her solo career broadened her public profile through crossover pop success and film roles, and she has been influential in shaping the image and commercial potential of Black female performers in popular music.