Madonna is taking a page out of her mother’s style book.
66-year-old Madonna recently parted ways with her iconic blonde locks, opting for a rich, dark brown instead. In a now-expired Instagram Story selfie, she’s seen turning away from the camera, flaunting her tightly curled hair adorned with gray streaks. Accompanying the image, she penned down, “I felt close to my mother, so I expressed that connection.
Back when I was just five little cherubs, my world crumbled as Madonna’s own mother, a woman who would later inspire an iconic song like “Like a Prayer,” lost her battle with breast cancer at the tender age of 30 in the year 1963. It’s hard to imagine what it must have been like for Madge growing up without her mom by her side.
After Madonna’s mother passed away, her father, Silvio Ciccone, wed Joan Ciccone, who served as their housekeeper, in the year 1966. In September 2024, Joan, at the age of 81, lost her life following a short struggle with cancer.
Later on, the Grammy winner disclosed that the appearance she showcased was merely temporary, for she had returned to being blonde in the images she posted a few days afterward.
On May 19th, photos of Madonna were shared on Instagram from a family gathering. These images showcased the iconic singer, best known for “Like a Virgin,” cheering on her 12-year-old twins Stella and Estere during a soccer match. With a Gucci hat adorning her blonde bob, she joyfully celebrated her daughters’ victory by posting, “So proud of my girls.
In other photos posted by the “Take A Bow” singer, she was seen sitting next to her alleged partner, Akeem Morris, and their son David (who’s 19 years old), during a soccer match. She also posed for the camera, flaunting her stylish all-white attire.
Madonna’s recent appearance follows the celebration of her as a mother by her children – Lourdes (28), Mercy, David, Stella, and Estere – on Mother’s Day. To mark the occasion, the “Vogue” singer shared a series of photos on Instagram, starting with one where she poses with five of her kids, followed by individual shots featuring each child.
Over the Mother’s Day weekend, I enjoyed time with 5 out of my 6 children. We filled our days with sunshine, laughter, horseback riding, soccer games, and the sound of music. On May 11th, Madonna, who is also a mother to son Rocco, aged 28, shared this on social media: “The greatest gift they gave me was the absence of arguments and their expressions of love towards each other.
By nurturing kids to express themselves uniquely and confidently, you’re essentially cultivating your own discussion club!”, she continued. “Motherhood cannot be encapsulated with simple phrases; it’s an experience beyond description. Preparation is impossible. Warm wishes on Mother’s Day to all the women tirelessly shouldering responsibilities!
Keep reading for more on Madonna’s motherhood journey…
Madonna crossed paths with Carlos Leon during a run in Central Park, New York, in September of 1995. She quickly developed a deep affection for this Cuban-American fitness instructor who later transitioned into acting.
The following year, production for the musical “Evita” – a role that Madonna had been determined to secure – was in progress, but she found herself expecting a child instead.
“This is not exactly how I envisioned starting a family,” she told Vanity Fair in April 1996.
However, what she was actually talking about was her demanding work schedule related to movie production, rather than their unmarried status or societal norms regarding marriage in the past.
Madonna stated, “Some have implied that my actions were intended to create a shock effect. However, such observations can only come from a male perspective. It’s not easy to be pregnant and welcome a child into this world for frivolous or sensational reasons. There are also rumors suggesting I used the father merely as a service provider.
Having been married to Sean Penn from 1985 to 1989, she expressed no interest in retying the knot.
In her own words, Madonna expressed, “I think it’s more socially accepted for people if I were to get married and then divorced, rather than being a single mother.
On October 14, 1996, she welcomed her daughter Lourdes Leon into the world. A couple of months afterward, she was honored with a Golden Globe award for her exceptional performance as Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy.
Madonna and Leon did break up in the fall of 1997, but they made co-parenting work.
In an interview with Vanity Fair back in 1998, Madonna expressed that Lola, whom she affectionately calls her daughter, has always been a significant part of her life and they are friends. Moreover, she mentioned that she is content with their relationship as it took some time for them to reach this point.
Speaking about being a mom, Madonna expressed that she felt having a child would offer an incredibly healing experience, given her own lack of a mother. She sensed her destiny lay in raising a daughter and found herself drawn to the idea, even though she wasn’t sure exactly what the journey would entail.
Lourdes took some time-outs that were provided by her mother – she served as a flower girl-like performer at the 2003 MTV VMAs, lent her voice for the song “Superstar” from the 2012 album MDNA, but has also built her own career as a model and singer, going by the stage name Lolahol.
Following her time at a performing arts high school in New York City, where fellow student Timothée Chalamet was dating, Lourdes financed her own university education. She began at the University of Michigan and eventually graduated from Purchase College in NYC.
In a 2021 interview, she shared with Debi Mazar (a friend of her mother’s), “We never received any free money in our family.” Growing up, I had extreme privilege, there’s no arguing that. However, my mom didn’t want us to be like the other children of famous people. She made a conscious effort to ensure we didn’t rely on handouts.
In her own words to The Cut in 2022, she expressed, “I strive to feel worthy of what I have, rather than simply viewing it as something given. Nepotism offspring are often not admirable, and my parents raised me to be far more intelligent than that.
Madonna’s British era began in 1998 when she started dating filmmaker Guy Ritchie.
Previously this year, the singer expressed to VF her desire for another child, stating, “I’d prefer to be in a secure relationship first. It’s nice to share such decisions with someone, like asking, ‘What do you think we should do?’
On August 11, 2000, they happily welcomed their son named Rocco John Ritchie into the world. This name was chosen in honor of one of Madonna’s Italian uncles and Guy’s father.
A few months following her initial thoughts, Madonna reconsidered the concept of marriage and exchanged wedding vows with Guy on the 22nd of December in Scotland. The event took place a day after their son, Rocco, underwent baptism.
Ever since Madonna and Guy Ritchie parted ways in 2008, our son Rocco has become my frequent travel companion whenever Mom’s out on tour. It’s a joy to be by her side, experiencing the thrill of her performances up close!
In an interview with Good Morning America in 2013, Madonna stated that he positioned himself to join the action, explaining that Rocco had experienced a significant growth spurt over the past year, reaching a height that still left him somewhat bashful and occupied with admiring the backsides of girls his age.
She added appreciatively, “He’s the showboat in the family.”
2012 saw Rocco sharing the stage with Madonna on Ellen. During this occasion, he praised her as a caring mother who was firm, yet positively so.
In the following years, Madonna and Guy adjusted their child custody agreement so that Rocco could spend more time in London with his father, who also has three other children with Jacqui Ainsley.
All grown up now, Rocco is a full-time artist and cofounder of the London gallery Maison Rhed.
2022 saw the Royal Drawing School alum express to Vogue Hong Kong that moving to London significantly shaped him. He described this transition as coming at an ideal time, as he was maturing from adolescence to young adulthood. This experience served not only to intensify his focus on his passion but also to challenge him by stepping out of his comfort zone. Fortuitously, he knew early on what he aspired to achieve, and once ensconced in art school, it sparked the beginning of his creative journey.
Prior to unveiling himself as a significant figure in the art world, Rocco had already spent multiple years honing his craft, exhibiting his pieces while using the pseudonym Rhed.
As an ardent admirer, let me clarify: It isn’t that I lack pride in my identity, quite the contrary! I am incredibly proud of my parents, their accomplishments, and the wisdom they imparted to me. However, I needed a bit of time, like they did, to discover my own path, learn from my own experiences, and grow without the intense scrutiny that often comes with public life.
Rocco escorted girlfriend Olivia Monjardin, who he was dating while studying art at Central Saint Martins in London, to the March 2024 U.K. premiere of his father’s Netflix show “The Gentlemen”.
Back in October 2006, Madonna brought home David Banda, who was born on September 26, 2005, from the Home of Hope orphanage located in Lilongwe, Malawi.
To her astonishment, this action sparked quite a stir, as some critics accused her of taking a child away from their own family, implying it was almost theft.
In an interview with NBC News, Madonna said that when she had her daughter, some people speculated it was for publicity purposes. She anticipated such criticism but was shocked by the accusations of child-kidnapping and illegal activities, as well as being unfairly judged negatively.
Meanwhile, David was thriving quite well. “He has a rather explosive temper,” the singer commented. “He can be quite charming when it comes to flirting. And his humor is contagiously hilarious. I can’t wait to see what unique gifts he will bring to the world and how he will develop.
In an interview with the BBC, Yohane Banda, who lost his wife during childbirth, expressed his joy over David’s adoption, stating that he was “overjoyed” because of the poverty in their village and believing that David would receive excellent care in America.
In 2023, on David’s 18th birthday, Madonna paid homage to him, a talented guitar player. In her message, she expressed amazement that it had been nearly 18 years since they first met at the Home of Hope Orphanage in Mchinji. She also noted that his name, which means ‘Speak the truth’, was fitting for an artist like him. Madonna conveyed that everyone is incredibly proud of how he has developed into a truly exceptional individual.
Initially, Madonna and Guy appeared as a united pair during the adoption proceedings involving David. However, their relationship ended prior to her being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in March 2008.
In her conversation with a German publication, she expressed that the notion of a flawless relationship no longer exists for her. She acknowledged that her idea of him being a perfect partner has faded away. Similarly, he relinquished the belief that she would be the perfect spouse.
Undeterred by her initial encounter, Madonna went back to Malawi in the year 2009 to take in a little girl named Mercy James, who was born on January 22, 2006.
And she was put through her paces yet again.
2017 saw officials who were against the adoption citing Madonna’s recent divorce as a reason suggesting she wasn’t fit to raise a child. However, in an interview with People, Madonna recalled her struggle and stated that she found it absurd how her case made it to Malawi’s Supreme Court before she could adopt Mercy due to this sexist behavior.
Instead, Madonna ensured that her kids preserved ties with their native land by frequently returning with them and establishing the charitable organization named Raising Malawi.
In 2024, when the talented Mercy James turned 18, Madonna penned: “Stunning Graceful James,” celebrating her blossoming into womanhood. “Already a queen from Africa! You’ve left us all in awe with your surprise!
In February 2017, Madonna welcomed Estere and Stella, two girls whose names signify ‘stars’, into her family. She first encountered them at the very orphanage where she had found David earlier.
Occasionally, she found herself wishing her kitchen was full of children dancing, instead it’s empty, considering there are so many kids out there who need a place to call home. Speaking with People, she expressed this sentiment, questioning, “Why isn’t this the case?” Feeling compelled, she said to herself, “What’s holding me back? Let’s get started!
On this occasion, she chose to involve her four eldest children in the decision-making process, seeking their thoughts on growing their family further.
According to Madonna, Mercy and David were filled with enthusiasm, a feeling that might not have been jealousy for Lourdes and Rocco, but rather an adjustment period. Eventually, everyone became supportive. Lola remarked, “Mom, if that’s what you desire and it will bring you joy, let’s proceed.
In 2022, when considering her relationship with her siblings, Lourdes stated that she primarily disagreed with her brothers.
In a conversation with Debi during an interview, she expressed that her younger brother can be difficult at times, stating something along the lines of “a teenager,” and then added that Mercy, her sister, is always supportive and understanding. She emphasized that they have never had disagreements, and being a good big sister to Mercy has been important to her. However, it’s more challenging with the twins because she doesn’t reside at their shared household anymore.
Madonna has said she’s “blessed” that her children all have artistic passions.
Originally, Lola, who was both an exceptional ballerina and rhythmic gymnast before transitioning into musical theater and contemporary dance, shared this with Madonna-Infinity’s fan blog. Now, she is a distinct singer and songwriter in her own league. It brings me immense joy when I tour knowing that we are all part of the same production, collaborating to create enchantment together.
She also mentioned, “I’m their mom too, so we do occasionally irritate each other. As a family of artists, we share a bond that comes with its own ups and downs.
It was logical for Madonna to incorporate all the children who were residing with her into her retrospective tour, The Celebration Tour.
David began playing the guitar from his childhood years, according to her explanation. Mercy started playing the piano at the age of 8 and has been formally trained in classical music for most of her life. After adopting twins, they also learned to play the piano and dance. Later on, Estere displayed a strong desire to learn deejaying as well.
Stella, it was observed by Madonna, was quite reserved, yet she exhibits remarkable energy on stage. Moreover, this child is exceptionally talented in the arts, and I’m eagerly anticipating that she might take after Rocco, who, starting as a B-boy dancer, skateboarder, and graffiti artist, has flourished into an exceptional painter.
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