Madonna's 25 Sexiest Photos (26 Photos)

Madonna continues to dominate global headlines, defying the passing years. Most recently, news broke that the Queen of Pop is set to direct and co-write a biopic about her own life.





Born Madonna Louise Ciccone in 1958, the music icon grew up in a devoutly Catholic family in Bay City, Michigan. From an early age, she had a flair for provocation and boundless energy: she performed in the school drama club, led the cheerleading squad, took ballet classes, and went on to study dance at the University of Michigan after graduating high school.

Few remember that Madonna actually kicked off her music career as a drummer for a New York rock band back in 1979. Before long, she picked up the guitar, stepped up to the mic, and in 1983 scored a massive breakthrough with her hit single "Like a Virgin." Ever since, her career has known only one direction: straight up. Beyond music, she has successfully conquered both acting and business. The list of awards, honors, and accolades this powerhouse has earned is endless, but one thing remains undisputed: Madonna is an enduring sex symbol. Here is a look back at some of her most seductive portraits, captured by world-renowned photographers.



Photo: Deborah Feingold, 1982.





Photo: Mert & Marcus (Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott), 2012.



Photo: Patrick Demarchelier, 1990.



Photo: Steven Klein for W Magazine, 2003.



Photo: Gary Heery, 1983.



Photo: Steven Meisel for Vanity Fair, 1991.



Photo: Mert & Marcus for Interview Magazine, 2010.



Photo: Steven Meisel, 1991.



Photo: Mert & Marcus, 2012.



Photo: Steven Klein for Dolce & Gabbana, 2012.



Photo: Steven Klein, 2007.



Photo: Steven Meisel for Vanity Fair, 1991.



Photo: Ken Regan, 1984.



Photo: Steven Meisel, 1992.



Photo: Steven Meisel for Rolling Stone, 1991.



Photo: Steven Meisel, 1991.



Photo: Mert & Marcus for Interview Magazine, 2010.



Photo: Steven Meisel, 1983.



Photo: Mert & Marcus for Interview Magazine, 2010.



Photo: Steven Meisel for Vanity Fair, 1991.



Photo: Steven Meisel, 1990.



Photo: Mert & Marcus, 2010.



Photo: Steven Klein for Dolce & Gabbana, 2009.



Photo: Steven Meisel for Louis Vuitton, 2009.



Photo: Herb Ritts, 1987.