We believe there’s a superhero in each of us. True Superheroes celebrates people who’ve overcome adversity, made amazing contributions to society, and inspired others to do the same. Each week we nominate people in different fields. This week we focus on pop!

Ariana Grande

Ariana started out on the well-trodden path of a teen star before tragedy changed both her life and her career. Her defiant recovery from the harrowing trauma of the bombing in Manchester England, and the strength she’s shown in coping with trauma and heartbreak in her personal life have proved inspirational to countless fans searching to find their own resilience in the face of adversity.

Sir Elton John

Elton John leaped from inauspicious beginnings to a spectacularly glamorous and successful music career, but he has had to fight countless battles along the way. He’s not only prevailed in his own struggles against addiction and homophobia, but has helped many others to overcome their challenges whether it be in the battle against HIV or the fight to have gay marriage legalized.

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Rihanna

Rihanna’s remarkable career has seen her overcome terrible adversity to not only dominate the world of music but go on to launch a business empire alongside her pop career, forcing the beauty and fashion industries to play catch up with her wildly successful inclusive clothing and cosmetic ranges. That success has enabled her to provide tremendous inspiration to others who seek to overcome similar adversity in their daily lives.