Mariah Carey is a renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress. Born on March 27, 1969, in New York, Carey rose to fame in the early 1990s with her powerful five-octave vocal range and hit singles like "Vision of Love" and "Hero." She has won multiple Grammy Awards and holds the record for the most number-one singles by a solo artist on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Aside from her successful music career, Carey has also ventured into acting and philanthropy, making her a well-rounded and influential figure in the entertainment industry.