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Demi Lovato
Demi Lovato
She is of Mexican, Irish, and Italian descent. Lovato began playing piano at the age of seven.[12] Lovato also began her acting career at the age of seven on the children's television series Barney & Friends as Angela, appearing in seasons seven and eight alongside long time friend Selena Gomez.[ Lovato revealed going through painful experiences with bullying in the seventh grade.[14] According to Lovato, the bullying was so bad that one day, in a fit of frustration and distress, she requested her mom give her a home-schooled education.[15] Lovato earned a high school diploma through homeschooling in April 2009.[ Lovato later became a spokesperson for antibullying organization PACER and appeared on America's Next Top Model[18] and CNN to speak out against bullying.[19] She has described herself as very spiritual rather than very religious and said she believes in God
performing concerts on an empty stomach...I was losing my voice from purging. I was self-medicating. I was not taking medication for depression, and I literally was so emotionally whacked out that I took it out on someone that meant a lot to me." Later elaborating on this "self-medicating", Lovato said, "I'm not gonna lie. I was selfmedicating. I was doing things like drinking and using [drugs], like a lot of teens do to numb their pain."[53] Lovato expressed regret at her actions towards Welch, stating "I take 100 percent, full responsibility..."[54] In another interview, Lovato added that she had "basically had a nervous breakdown",[17] and was also diagnosed with bipolar disorder during her treatment.[55] Lovato began work on her third studio album in 2010, however work on the album was delayed when Lovato entered a rehabilation center for physical and emotional issues in early November 2010. She left the treatment center in late January 2011. In April 2011, Lovato confirmed she would not return to Sonny with a Chance and will instead focus on her music career, stating that "it's kind of sad for me that a chapter of my life has ended but there couldn't be a better time for me to move on. Lovato's third studio album, Unbroken, was released on September 20, 2011.[58][59] Lovato began working on the album in July 2010, prior to receiving treatment. She had described it as having a more soulful and R&B inspired sound, citing Keri Hilson and Rihanna as inspirations for the sound.[60] After Lovato's stint in the treatment facility, producer Timbaland expressed interest in working with her.[61] Lovato confirmed in July 2011 that she was working on a duet with the producer. The first single off the album, "Skyscraper", premiered on July 12, 2011.[62] Lovato scored her first top 10 debut on the Billboard 100, as "Skyscraper" debuted at number 10.[63] On October 24, 2011, Lovato performed the National Anthem at Game 5 of the 2011 World Series.[64]
Bouncing back from rehab: Demi Lovato looks better than ever
I personally didnt think much about Demi Lovato until recently. I have had nothing against the young star, but I felt indifferent to her. I must say that in these past few months my opinion has completely changed, and I am 100% on board with her music and beauty look! Demi has definitely had an intense year. After entering rehab earlier this year to deal with emotional problems, cutting and bulimia, the Disney starlet has been fighting harder than ever to get her life back on track. Not only was the star able to overcome her issues, but she chose to speak about her entire ordeal something almost unheard of in the celebrity world. Using her fame as a platform to reach millions, the Demi has truly become an inspiration. The recent release of her first post-treatment single, Skyscraper, on July 8th shot to number one on iTunes in less than 12 hours and still remains in the top slot. Demi credits the song, which was recored before her treatment and during her lowest hour, as
the perfect release of her struggle to gain control over her life once again. And let me just tell you it has already become one of my top 25 most played in my own iTunes! Demi has been kicking lifes butt more and more each day and I am so happy to see her inner happiness being reflected in her outer beauty! At an event on July 19th, Demi sported super long curly extensions that framed her face beautifully. Her tan skin just glowed, and her smile was bright and beautiful with peach colored lips and matching peach cheeks! Demi compliments that Mexican flare with super sexy smokey eyes and a gorgeous ombre color in her long locks. Wow, Demi. I am just so proud of you! You have totally won me over and I know that I am not the only one. I just cant wait to see what you do next! Skyscraper symbolized the journey I was on, Demi revealed. I was broken and I went through so much. I overcame and it all and now Im standing here today. Not to sound cheesy, but like a skyscraper, Im standing tall and Im standing confident happy, healthy and proud.