American singer-songwriter, composer, lyricist, and actress, renowned for writing the Oscar-winning ballad "The Rose".Amanda McBroom is an American singer-songwriter and actress, born August 9, 1947, in Los Angeles. She gained international fame for writing the lyrics and music to "The Rose," popularized by Bette Midler in the 1979 film of the same name, which won the Golden Globe for Best Original Song and was nominated for an Academy Award. McBroom has released numerous solo albums showcasi...