Happy birthday! Paul Anka turns 83 today

By Lori Macatee
Ottawa
Last updated on July 30, 2024

The iconic and legendary singer turns 83 on Tuesday, Jul. 30, 2024.

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Paul Anka is celebrating his 83rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Paul Anka (Lonely Boy, Diana, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 83rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Anka, a cultural icon

Born in Ottawa on July 30, 1941, Paul Anka's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Canadian history. Anka's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Paul hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Paul Anka as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 83.

Happy Birthday, Paul, you're the best!