1957: Paul Anka hits the top of the charts

1957: Paul Anka hits the top of the charts

Prominent Lebanese-Canadians

Paul Anka is one of the most famous Canadian singers who is known throughout the world. He is both Lebanese and Syrian decent, and he was born and raised in the city of Ottawa, Ontario. His major work which debuted his career was the song Diana, which he originally wrote about his older babysitter Diana Ayoub in the year of 1957 when he was only sixteen years old. The song Diana topped the musical charts throughout North America and Western Europe and he quickly became a teenaged heartthrob. Anka’s career has managed to last until today as he still continues to perform and entertain millions of people throughout the world.

CBC Digital Archives

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CBC Digital Archives

Aug. 28, 1957

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