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Madonna’s “True Blue” Turns 40, Celebrates Record-Breaking Legacy

7/1/2026

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Madonna’s 1986 album True Blue celebrated its 40th anniversary on June 30, 2026 as her best-selling record worldwide.
The album spent five weeks atop the Billboard 200 and earned seven RIAA platinum certifications within ten years.
It produced three U.S. Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hits and two additional top-five singles.
Madonna co-wrote and co-produced all nine tracks, establishing long-running collaborations with producer Patrick Leonard and vocalist Donna DeLory.

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Madonna’s 1986 album True Blue celebrated its 40th anniversary on June 30, 2026 as her best-selling record worldwide.
The album spent five weeks atop the Billboard 200 and earned seven RIAA platinum certifications within ten years.
It produced three U.S. Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hits and two additional top-five singles.
Madonna co-wrote and co-produced all nine tracks, establishing long-running collaborations with producer Patrick Leonard and vocalist Donna DeLory.