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    Bette Midler's huge smash, "Wind Beneath My Wings" was featured in which film and soundtrack?

    • For The Boys
    • Beaches
    • Terms Of Endearment
    • Biloxi Blues
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  • 2. 

    What 1986 movie marked the beginning of Bette Midler's success as a comedic actress?

    • To Live And Die In L.A.

    • Police Academy 3: Back In Training

    • Down And Out In Beverly Hills

    • Ferris Bueller's Day Off

    Correct Answer
    A. Down And Out In Beverly Hills
    Explanation
    "Down And Out In Beverly Hills" marked the beginning of Bette Midler's success as a comedic actress in 1986. This movie showcased her comedic talent and helped establish her as a prominent figure in the genre.

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  • 3. 

    What rock songstress was singer/actress Bette Midler's character in "The Rose" loosely based on?

    • Grace Slick

    • Brenda Lee

    • Janis Joplin

    • Stevie Nicks

    Correct Answer
    A. Janis Joplin
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Janis Joplin. Bette Midler's character in "The Rose" was loosely based on Janis Joplin, a rock singer known for her powerful vocals and bluesy style. Both Midler's character and Joplin were known for their wild and rebellious personalities, as well as their emotional and intense performances. The film explores the rise and fall of a rock star, drawing inspiration from Joplin's life and career.

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  • 4. 

    What year did Bette Midler have the hit single "From A Distance" on Atlantic?

    • 1963

    • 1991

    • 1971

    • 1979

    Correct Answer
    A. 1991
    Explanation
    In 1991, Bette Midler had the hit single "From A Distance" on Atlantic. This suggests that the song was released and gained popularity during that year.

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  • 5. 

    Bette Midler started her musical career by performing in gay bathhouses with who?

    • Barry Manilow

    • Big Joe Duskin

    • Billy Joel

    • Charles Rosen

    Correct Answer
    A. Barry Manilow
    Explanation
    Bette Midler started her musical career by performing in gay bathhouses with Barry Manilow. This suggests that Midler and Manilow had a close working relationship and shared a common platform to showcase their talents. It also highlights the importance of the LGBTQ+ community in supporting and promoting artists like Midler during the early stages of their careers.

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  • 6. 

    What was the name of Bette Midler's debut album?

    • Songs For The New Depression

    • Broken Blossom

    • Bette Midler

    • The Divine Miss M

    Correct Answer
    A. The Divine Miss M
    Explanation
    "The Divine Miss M" is the correct answer because it was the name of Bette Midler's debut album. This album was released in 1972 and became a commercial success, earning Midler a Grammy Award for Best New Artist. The album featured a mix of musical styles, including pop, rock, and R&B, and established Midler as a talented and versatile performer. The title "The Divine Miss M" was a nickname given to Midler by her fans and became synonymous with her unique and charismatic stage presence.

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  • 7. 

    What decade is the hit single "Do You Want To Dance?" by Bette Midler from?

    • Nineties

    • Seventies

    • Sixties

    • Eighties

    Correct Answer
    A. Seventies
    Explanation
    The hit single "Do You Want To Dance?" by Bette Midler is from the seventies.

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  • 8. 

    What year did Bette Midler come out with the soundtrack "Beaches"?

    • 1985

    • 1992

    • 1988

    • 1990

    Correct Answer
    A. 1988
    Explanation
    Bette Midler came out with the soundtrack "Beaches" in 1988.

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  • 9. 

    What 1966 movie was Bette Midler in?

    • Bird Of Passage

    • Hawaii

    • Any Wednesday

    • Male Service

    Correct Answer
    A. Hawaii
    Explanation
    In 1966, Bette Midler appeared in the movie "Hawaii". This film is a drama based on the novel of the same name by James A. Michener. Bette Midler's role in the movie helped to establish her career in the film industry.

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  • 10. 

    What year did Bette Midler have the hit single "The Rose" on Atlantic?

    • 1972

    • 1968

    • 1963

    • 1980

    Correct Answer
    A. 1980
    Explanation
    In 1980, Bette Midler had the hit single "The Rose" on Atlantic. This means that the song was released and became popular in that year.

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  • 11. 

    What charitable foundation is Bette Midler the founder of?

    • New York Restoration Project

    • Divine Works

    • The Rose Foundation

    • Children Are The Future Foundation

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Restoration Project
    Explanation
    Bette Midler is the founder of the New York Restoration Project. This foundation focuses on transforming open spaces in New York City, particularly in underserved communities, by planting trees, renovating parks, and improving public gardens. The organization's mission is to create a healthier and greener environment for all New Yorkers to enjoy.

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  • 12. 

    What decade is the hit single "From A Distance" by Bette Midler from?

    • Sixties

    • Eighties

    • Seventies

    • Nineties

    Correct Answer
    A. Nineties
    Explanation
    The hit single "From A Distance" by Bette Midler is from the Nineties.

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  • 13. 

    What TV series did Bette Midler appear in for one episode in 1998?

    • Murphy Brown

    • Becker

    • Will & Grace

    • Felicity

    Correct Answer
    A. Murphy Brown
    Explanation
    Bette Midler appeared in one episode of the TV series Murphy Brown in 1998.

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  • 14. 

    What children's series did Bette Midler perform in as a regular for PBS in 1976?

    • Electric Company

    • Vegetable Soup

    • Sesame Street

    • Zoom

    Correct Answer
    A. Vegetable Soup
    Explanation
    Bette Midler did not perform in the children's series "Vegetable Soup" as a regular for PBS in 1976. This statement is incorrect.

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  • 15. 

    What was the name of the high school that Bette Midler attended in Hawaii?

    • Radford High

    • Punahou High

    • Mililani High

    • Roosevelt High

    Correct Answer
    A. Radford High
    Explanation
    Bette Midler attended Radford High School in Hawaii.

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