Susanna Hoffs is a multifaceted artist with a wide range of talents, including singing, songwriting, guitar playing, acting, novel writing, and co-founding the multi-platinum selling group, The Bangles.
As a singer and songwriter, Hoffs is best known for her work with The Bangles, where she co-wrote and sang on hit singles such as "Eternal Flame", "In Your Room", and "Manic Monday". Her distinctive voice has been featured in numerous films and TV shows, including over 60 uses of the Bangles' hit single "Eternal Flame".
In addition to her work with The Bangles, Hoffs has also released five solo studio albums, including "When You're a Boy", "Susanna Hoffs", "Someday", "Bright Lights", and "The Deep End". These albums have yielded hit songs such as "My Side of the Bed", "Unconditional Love", and "All I Want".
Hoffs has also collaborated with other artists, including Matthew Sweet on the "Under the Covers" series, and has toured with both The Bangles and as a solo artist with artists such as Don Henley, Aimee Mann, and Matthew Sweet.
As an actress, Hoffs has appeared in films such as the "Austin Powers" trilogy, where she played the role of Gillian Shagwell, the lead singer of the fictional band Ming Tea. She has also made appearances at notable events such as the Academy Awards, the Grammy Awards, and the Lilith Fair.
In 2023, Hoffs released her debut novel, "This Bird Has Flown", which received rave reviews from publications such as the New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, and NPR. Universal Pictures has purchased the rights to adapt the novel into a film.
Throughout her career, Hoffs has been recognized for her contributions to the music industry, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.
