Paul Anka: Family, Spouse, Children, Dating, Net Worth, Nationality and More
Biography - A Short Wiki
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Paul Anka is a Canadian- American actor as well as singer and songwriter. He has released many popular singles like “(You’re) Having My Baby,” “Lonely Boy,” “Diana,” and “Put Your Head on My Shoulder.” Anka has starred in many movies and television series. He also appeared in documentaries and has released a number of albums and singles. He has been active in his profession for over six decades.
Career Highlights
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Paul Anka rose to fame after releasing the single “Diana” in 1957. The following year, he released his self-titled album. This was followed by ‘My Heart Sings.’ In the 1960s, he released many albums, including ‘3 Great Guys’, ‘Goodnight My Love,’ and ‘Life Goes On.’
Family and Personal Life
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In 1963, Paul Anka got married to Anne de Zogheb. They were the parents of five daughters. They divorced in 2000. From 2008 to 2010, he was married to Anna Aberg. They have a son named Ethan. He married his current wife, Lisa Pemberton, in 2016. He holds citizenship in Canada and the USA.
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Lisa Pemberton (m. 2016), Anna Anka (m. 2008–2010), Anne De Zogheb (m. 1963–2000) |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (Amanda Anka, Ethan Anka, Anthea Anka, Alicia Anka, Amelia Anka, Alexandra Anka) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Married |
Net Worth, Nationality and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Paul Albert Anka OC |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 81 years |
| Date of Birth | July 30, 1941 |
| Place of Birth | Ottawa, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian, Syrian, Lebanese |
| Height | 1.67 m, 5 feet 6 inches |
| Weight | 70 kg, 154.5 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $100 million |
| Occupation | Actor Of Lebanese Descent, Singer, Songwriter |
Height, Weight, and Age
Paul Anka's height is pretty average measuring 1.67 m. Boasting a weight of 70 kg. Being born on July 30, 1941, translates to an age of 81 years as of todays date (July 22, 2023).
Quotes
I wrote ‘She’s a Lady’ on the back of a TWA menu, flying back from London after doing Tom Jones’s TV show. Jones’s manager wanted me to write him a song. If I have an idea and I don’t have a pad of paper, I’ll write on whatever is available. What’s the difference? Paper is paper.
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I learned a lot about what I do with my craft, how I present my music. A lot of things about him were very much an influence on me and everybody else. Once you get in that fold and you’re around it, you get to experience something that I don’t think we’ll ever see again. There will never be anybody like Frank Sinatra. Ever.
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Things began to pick up for me record-wise when in 1971 I wrote ‘She’s a Lady’ for Tom Jones.
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My father, my mother, and then my father was always on top of me – ‘Keep your nose clean. Do you love what you’re doing?’ ‘Yes.’ ‘Then be aware, or you’re going to lose it.’
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I’ve always believed that if you don’t stay moving, they will throw dirt on you.
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