Miranda Cooper

Place: London

Born: 1975

Biography:

Alesha Cooper, also known as Miranda Cooper, is an English singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer and television presenter. She has been active in the music industry since 1996, when she signed her first recording contract. She worked as a professional dancer for artists such as Dannii Minogue before going into television presenting. In 1997, Cooper met Brian Higgins, the founder of Kent-based songwriting and production team Xenomania. She signed a deal with London Records under the alias Moonbaby, releasing the single 'Here We Go' to little success. Cooper started songwriting with Higgins, eventually finding commercial success and critical acclaim with their productions for Girls Aloud and Sugababes. Cooper has co-written for successful artists such as Alesha Dixon, Gabriella Cilmi and Kylie Minogue.