Christina Mar�a Aguilera (born December 18, 1980) is an American (United States) pop (Pop music) musician. Aguilera first appeared on national television in 1990 as a contestant on the Star Search program, and went on to star in Disney Channels television series The New Mickey Mouse Club (The New Mickey Mouse Club#1990s revival (MMC)) from 1993-1994. Aguilera signed to RCA Records after recording "Reflection (Reflection (song))" for the film Mulan. She came to prominence following her debut album Christina Aguilera (Christina Aguilera (album)) (1999), which was a commercial success spawning three number one singles on the Billboard Hot 100 (Billboard Hot 100). A Latin pop album, Mi Reflejo (2001), and several collaborations followed which garnered Aguilera worldwide success, though she was displeased with her lack of input in her music and image.

After parting from her management, Aguilera took creative control over her second studio album Stripped (Stripped (Christina Aguilera album)) (2002),Smith, Andy (August 15, 1998). "One talented teen". Providence Journal. Retrieved on May 25, 2007. which received mixed reviews and produced substantial sales. The second single, "Beautiful (Beautiful (Christina Aguilera song))", was a commercial success and sustained the albums sales amidst controversy over Aguileras sexual image.Moss, Corey MTV News Online (November 2, 2008) Christina Aguilera Follows Controversial Dirrty With Inspirational Beautiful MTV News Retrieved on July 5, 2008. Aguileras third studio album Back to Basics (Back to Basics (Christina Aguilera album)) (2006), included elements of soul, jazz, and blues music, and was released to positive critical reception.

Aside from being known for her vocal ability, music videos and ever-changing image, musically, she includes themes of dealing with public scrutiny, her childhood, and female empowerment in her music. Apart from her work in music, she has also dedicated much of her time as a philanthropist for charities, human rights and world issues. Aguileras work has earned her numerous awards, including four Grammy Awards and one Latin Grammy Award, amongst eighteen nominations. She has become one of the most successful recording artists of the decade, selling more than 43 million records worldwide.