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Annie Lennox Celebrates 70 Years as Iconic Singer and Activist

The Eurythmics star reflects on her legacy in music, feminism, and global advocacy for women’s rights.

  • Annie Lennox, known for her groundbreaking work with the Eurythmics and her solo career, turns 70 today.
  • Lennox rose to fame in the 1980s with hits like 'Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)' and 'Here Comes the Rain Again.'
  • Beyond music, Lennox is a prominent advocate for women’s rights and global feminism, expressing concern over the state of gender equality worldwide.
  • Her androgynous style and feminist anthem 'Sisters Are Doin' It for Themselves' challenged traditional gender roles in the music industry.
  • Lennox will headline a benefit concert in March 2025 at London’s Royal Albert Hall to support her organization, The Circle, which champions women’s and girls’ rights globally.
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