Who was the first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?
The first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame was Aretha Franklin.
She was inducted in the inaugural class in 1987, along with other influential artists such as Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and Buddy Holly. Franklin, known as the "Queen of Soul," was a powerhouse vocalist who had a string of hits in the 1960s and 1970s, including "Respect," "Chain of Fools," and "Think."
Her music has influenced generations of musicians and fans and she remains an icon of American popular music.