Gretchen
Maria Odete Brito de Miranda de Souza, born on May 29, 1959, is a Brazilian singer and media figure who performs under the name Gretchen. She is the elder sister of country singer Sula Miranda and the mother of politician Thammy Miranda. Renowned for her ability to reinvent both her sound and her public persona, Gretchen has maintained a strong sense of independence throughout her music career. Her extensive catalog spans a wide range of styles, and she has frequently attracted controversy over the years. Often called the "Rainha do Bumbum" ("Hips Queen"), she has achieved sales of 15 million records across nearly four decades.