Melanie Ciccone: Facts About Madonna's Sister

Posted by Arica Deslauriers on Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Melanie Ciccone is the sister of the “Queen of Pop”, Madonna Louise Ciccone. Melanie’s sister is known as a singer, songwriter, and actress. She is among the greatest artists and greatest songwriters of all time. She has been declared the best-selling female music artist of all time by the Guinness World Records. Her achievements are an inspiration to several people.

Melanie Ciccone: Bio Summary

NameMelanie Ciccone
GenderFemale
Famous assister of Madonna
Born1962
BirthplacePontiac, Michigan, United States
SpouseJoe Henry
ChildrenLulu Henry and Levon Henry
ParentsSilvio Ciccone and Madonna Louise Fortin
SiblingsMadonna, Paula Ciccone, Anthony Ciccone, Martin Ciccone, Christopher Ciccone, Jennifer Ciccone, and Mario Ciccone

Melanie Ciccone was born in 1962 and would be turning 61 years in 2023. She was born in Pontiac, Michigan, United States to Catholic parents Madonna Louise (née Fortin) and Silvio Anthony “Tony” Ciccone. Her father worked as an engineer designer for Chrysler and General Motors.

Melanie Ciccone is the biological sister of Madonna, Paula Ciccone, Anthony Ciccone, Martin Ciccone, and Christopher Ciccone. Her half-siblings Jennifer Ciccone, and Mario Ciccone were born from her father’s marriage to Joan Gustafson.

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After her mother Madonna Louise Fortin died of breast cancer on December 1, 1963, her father Silvio Ciccone married the family’s housekeeper Joan Gustafson, in 1966. Melanie’s paternal grandparents Gaetano Ciccone and Michelina Ciccone were Italian emigrants from Pacentro.

Melanie Ciccone attended the University of Michigan and received her degree. She studied Spanish literature and language. She got employed at CIEE: Council on International Educational Exchange. She partnered with Warner Records and FAO.

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Melanie Ciccone has decided to work independently. She is a successful entrepreneur and produces Hand Embroidery, material representation quilts, blended media, and prints.

Who Is Melanie Ciccone’s Husband?

Melanie Ciccone is the wife of American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer Joseph Lee Henry aka Joe Henry. Joe Henry has released 15 studio albums and produced multiple recordings for artists, including three Grammy Award-winning albums.

Joe Henry has co-written several songs with his sister-in-law Madonna. Songs including “Don’t Tell Me” (from “Music”, 2000), “Jump” (from “Confessions on a Dance Floor”, 2005), “Devil Wouldn’t Recognize You” (from “Hard Candy”, 2008) and “Falling Free” (from “MDNA”, 2012).

Ciccone sisters: Paula, Jennifer, Melanie and Madonna at Melanie’s wedding to Joe Henry in 1987. pic.twitter.com/Yv2IC6MX6f

— Madonna Scrapbook (@m_scrapbook) March 14, 2016

Melanie Ciccone and Joe Henry have been married since 1987. They have been married for more than three decades. They have two children: Lulu Henry and Levon Henry. They like traveling and are often seen together on vacations in different countries with family.

Also Read: Madonna Louise Fortin: What Happened To Madonna’s Mother?

Where Is Melanie Ciccone Now?

Melanie Ciccone reportedly lives in mid-coast Maine with her husband Joe Henry and family. She is assumed to be in good health. There are no reports of her being sick or battling any health-related issues. She is rarely captured by the media at recent public events. She has stayed away from controversies and rumors.

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