Michael Bolton, born Michael Bolotin on February 26, 1953, is a renowned American singer and songwriter. Starting his career in the mid-1970s, he performed hard rock and heavy metal, including work as the frontman of Blackjack. As a songwriter, he co-wrote major hits like "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You," first made famous by Laura Branigan before Bolton released his own well-known version. Bolton became widely recognized in the late 1980s and early 1990s as a pop ballad singer, working with top songwriters such as Diane Warren and Desmond Child. He achieved major success with heartfelt covers like "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay" and "When a Man Loves a Woman." Over his career, he has sold over 75 million records, released multiple top ten albums, and won two Grammy Awards and six American Music Awards. Beyond music, Bolton has appeared in film and television, participated in Dancing with the Stars, and produced the documentary American Dream: Detroit. He is also active in charity work through The Michael Bolton Charities. Bolton’s collaborations span a diverse group of artists, including Ray Charles, Celine Dion, B.B. King, Luciano Pavarotti, and The Lonely Island. Recognized for both his musical and philanthropic contributions, he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.