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Canadian singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to international fame in the early 2000s as a defining figure of the pop-punk genre.Born in Belleville, Ontario, Lavigne signed her first record deal with Arista Records at age 16. Her debut album, 'Let Go' (2002), propelled her to global stardom with hits like 'Complicated' and 'Sk8er Boi', establishing her signature pop-punk sound and rebellious 'skater girl' image. She has released multiple successful albums, evolving her sound while maintaining a core fanbase. Lavigne is also known for her philanthropy and advocacy, particularly for Lyme disease awareness after her own diagnosis.

• Lavigne's debut single 'Complicated' became a massive global hit when she was just 17 years old.
• She married Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley in 2006; they divorced in 2010. She later married Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger in 2013, divorcing in 2015.
• In 2014, Lavigne was diagnosed with Lyme disease after months of severe, undiagnosed illness, forcing her to step back from her career for several years.
• Her battle with Lyme disease was life-threatening and required extensive treatment; she became a prominent advocate for research and awareness.
• She launched the Avril Lavigne Foundation to support people with Lyme disease and serious illnesses, and those with disabilities.
• Her 2018 album 'Head Above Water' documented her struggles with and recovery from Lyme disease.
• Lavigne made a significant musical comeback in 2022 with her seventh studio album 'Love Sux', returning to her pop-punk roots.