“I have no control over what people think of me but I have 100% control of what I think of myself, and that is so important. And not just about your body, but so many ways of confidence. You're constantly learning how to be confident, aren't you?”

American singer, songwriter, actress, and radio presenter

Beth Ditto is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and radio presenter. Born Mary Beth Patterson, she is best known for her work with the indie rock band Gossip. Her voice has often been compared with those of Etta James, Janis Joplin, and Tina Turner. After Gossip disbanded, she moved into fashion and later began a solo career. In 2022, she played country singer Gigi Roman on the Fox drama series Monarch, and Gossip later reformed.