In an attempt to distance myself from my younger persona, I released controversial music videos.

Miley Cyrus

You got it Cliff! Miley Ray Cyrus, born Destiny Hope Cyrus. I knew that last clue would be a giveaway. As would some of the remaining ones:

My personal life, public image and live performances also sparked controversy and received widespread media coverage.

Despite my “bad” reputation, I served as a coach on the singing competition TV series The Voice.

As of 2021, my net worth is $160 million.

I am an advocate for animal rights and adopted a vegan lifestyle.

My music incorporates elements of varied styles and genres, including pop, country, hip hop, experimental, and rock.

Dolly Parton is my godmother.

I actually got it a couple of clues back but hadn't checked in for a day or so.

1) I was born in 1751 in Virginia
2) Most people don't realize this, but I am a Junior. I did not use the Jr. in my professional life.
3) I was born small and sickly and would remain short and rather unhealthy most of my life. My top height was 5'4"

John Adams

Not John.

3) I attended New Jersey University; it would soon come to be known as "Princeton."

4) In college I studied Greek, Latin, and Theology. I finished a year early but stayed to study Hebrew and Political Theory. I was a fan of "The Enlightenment."

5)After graduation I began to read and study law books, although I apparently never practiced law.

6) I never had children of my own, but I married a widow and adopted her son.
7) My wife became a perfect model of a socially active wife. Many women would later follow her lead.

It still sounds like a US President, and I don't recall Thomas Jefferson's wife being socially active, so I'm figuring it's the spouse of Dolly Madison: James (Jimmy to his friends).

It is indeed the 4th President you speak of, Mr. James Madison.

8) Later I would run for and hold a seat in congress.
9) I had a strong hand in writing the "Bill of Rights."
10) I was the founder of the Democratic-Republican Party. (Later shortened to Republican)
11) I became the 4th president of the United States.
12) I had a reputation as a strong negotiator among my enemies
13) While I was certainly short, my reputation for being sickly was unfounded. I lived to be 83 years old.
14) My last name is among the top ten names for U.S. Towns and cities
15) I may have been the first "James" to be president, but I was not the last. It is the most common presidential 1st name.

Next contestant, please.

Anybody know what happened to S2000magician?

I've been swamped with work all day.

I'll have a new set of clues tomorrow morning.

Soooo ... is anybody still interested in this game, or shall we call it quits?

I say lets continue...anyone want to jump in?

Sorry, guys. I've been up to my eyeballs in work, which will last about another week before a respite.

Someone jump in; I'll get a turn later.

1) I was born and lived most of my life in Massachusetts but my fame was associated with another state.

2) I went from being known locally to world famous in less than two years

3) My job related skills were significantly less than my colleagues and I was less qualified in my last place of employment but my name became better known

Bonus Hint) Two events made me famous, one anticipated and one not

4) Several Café members were(are) in my chosen profession.

5) I was only able to enjoy my fame after the first event
6) Within the first hour of my second event, an estimated 85% of Americans were aware of my
exploit.