From the 1950s to the Present: The “It” Girl From Every Decade (3 of 5)

Princess Diana (1980s)

Married to Prince Charles in 1981, Diana, the Princess of Wales, became an instant media sensation and a beloved public figure. Her style, charisma, and humanitarian efforts captured the hearts of people globally, and she was frequently the subject of intense media attention. No doubt, this woman defined the 1980s in terms of popularity, influence, and cultural impact. 

Whitney Houston (1990s)

The Bodyguard might have been a completely forgettable movie, but the lead single of the film’s soundtrack, “I Will Always Love You,” has endured, receiving regular airplay on the radio more than 30 years after it was released. Houston could belt out those notes with the best of them, and when you factor in her stage presence, it’s not a surprise she was the “it” girl of the 1990s who received so much admiration.