Diana Ross's Most Iconic Looks, in Honor of Her Return

A look back at her iconic style, ahead of 25th album Thank You

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Legendary diva of all divas, Diana Ross, has announced her first album of original material in 22 years, Thank You, which will include collaborators like Jack Antonoff and Tayla Parx. That’s all fine and good, but I’d listen no matter what—it’s Diana fucking Ross!

The Guardian reports that in a statement, Ross said of the record:

“This collection of songs is my gift to you with appreciation and love. I am eternally grateful that I had the opportunity to record this glorious music at this time. I dedicate this songbook of love to all of you, the listeners. As you hear my voice you hear my heart.”

Ross’s upcoming record will also feature tracks co-written by Parx, Jimmy Napes, and Spike Stent, the likes of which have also produced for Mary J. Blige, Bjork, Madonna, and Ariana Grande. Here’s the first single, “Thank You,” a lively piano romp with oodles of dance-ability and soaring vocals. What else is there to expect from a diva like Ross?

In honor of her glorious return, I’ve taken a romp through the archives to look back at some of her memorable collection of pap photos and concert stills. In her new single, she sings again and again: “Thank you for my life!” Well, I’d also like to say thank you to Ross for all these looks.

Godspeed!

Point Theatre in Dublin Ireland. March 10, 2004

Point Theatre in Dublin Ireland. March 10, 2004
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Halftime Show between Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers, 1996

Halftime Show between Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers, 1996
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Palais des Sports, Paris, 1989

Palais des Sports, Paris, 1989
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Midem, Cannes, 1994

Midem, Cannes, 1994
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London, 1973

London, 1973
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Diana with Honorary Cesar, Cesar Awards, Paris, 1976

Diana with Honorary Cesar, Cesar Awards, Paris, 1976
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57th Annual Academy Awards, 1985

57th Annual Academy Awards, 1985
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Halftime Show between Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers, 1996

 Halftime Show between Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers, 1996
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Set of Mahogany, Rome, 1975

Set of Mahogany, Rome, 1975
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Diana Ross with Tony Bennett, film premiere of Lady Sings the Blues, London, 1973

Diana Ross with Tony Bennett, film premiere of Lady Sings the Blues, London, 1973
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Unknown location, United Kingdom, 1970

Unknown location, United Kingdom, 1970
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27th Annual American Music Awards, Los Angeles, 2000

27th Annual American Music Awards, Los Angeles, 2000
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Met Gala, New York,

Met Gala, New York,
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30th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, Washington, 2007

30th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, Washington, 2007
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The Supremes, London, 1964

The Supremes, London, 1964
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Wembley Arena, London, 2007

Wembley Arena, London, 2007
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London, 1968

London, 1968
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Diana Ross with Brian Jones, Sunday Night At the Palladium, 1968

Diana Ross with Brian Jones, Sunday Night At the Palladium, 1968
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At EMI Records, 1968

At EMI Records, 1968
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Billboard Music Awards, Las Vegas, 2004

Billboard Music Awards, Las Vegas, 2004
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TV Land Awards, Santa Monica, 2006

TV Land Awards, Santa Monica, 2006
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