'I think Madonna has a great deal of intelligence and capability. I have a lot of respect for her. She's taken her career and maximized it with intelligence and creativity.' [125] Carole King

'The French like burgers, Madonna and Miami Vice.' French president, Nicolas Sarkozy[124]

'I appreciate and respect her as an artist and as a person.' Al Gore [123]

'She's one of the most caring and generous people I've met.' [122]