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Paul Anka

Musician

Born: American

Paul Albert Anka is a Canadian and American singer, songwriter, and actor. His songs include "Diana", "You Are My Destiny", "Lonely Boy", "Put Your Head on My Shoulder", "(You're) Having My Baby" and "My Way". Anka also wrote the theme for The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson; one of Tom Jones' biggest hits, "She's a Lady"; and the English lyrics to Claude François and Jacques Revaux's music for Frank Sinatra's signature song "My Way", which has been recorded by many artists including Elvis Presley. He co-wrote three songs with Michael Jackson: "This Is It" (originally titled "I Never Heard"), "Love Never Felt So Good", and "Don't Matter to Me", which became posthumous hits for Jackson in 2009, 2014, and 2018, respectively.

Notable For

Canadian-American singer and actor

Paul Anka's Historical Timeline

  1. Paul Anka is born

    Paul Anka, American musician, known for canadian-american singer and actor, was born on 1942-07-30. Paul Albert Anka is a Canadian and American singer, songwriter, and actor.

  2. Frank Sinatra records "My Way" for the first time, based on the French song "Comme d'habitude" with lyrics by Paul Anka

    "My Way" is an English-language lyrical adaptation of the French song "Comme d'habitude", written by Paul Anka and released by Frank Sinatra in 1969.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Paul Anka born?
Paul Anka was born on 1942-07-30 (American).
What is Paul Anka known for?
Canadian-American singer and actor
What historical events involved Paul Anka?
Paul Anka was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Paul Anka is born, Frank Sinatra records "My Way" for the first time, based on the French song "Comme d'habitude" with lyrics by Paul Anka.

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