Shania Twain - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 28, 1965 |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Best-selling country pop singer and five-time Grammy Award winner |
Intro
Shania Twain is a Canadian singer and songwriter often referred to as the 'Queen of Country Pop.' She became one of the best-selling female artists in country music history thanks to her powerful vocals, catchy songwriting, and successful crossover to pop audiences.
Early Life & Background
Shania Twain, born Eilleen Regina Edwards, grew up in Timmins, Ontario. After her parents divorced, her mother remarried and changed Shania's surname to Twain. She began singing and writing songs at a young age, helping support her family by performing in bars and local venues.
Career Highlights
- Released multi-platinum albums including 'The Woman in Me' (1995) and 'Come On Over' (1997)
- 'Come On Over' became the best-selling studio album by a female artist in any genre
- Won five Grammy Awards, including Best Country Album and Best Female Country Vocal Performance
- Inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame (2011)
- Starred in a Las Vegas residency beginning in 2012
Trivia
- Shania Twain survived a difficult childhood, facing poverty and helping raise her siblings after her parents' deaths.
- She has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
- Twain's 1997 album 'Come On Over' is the best-selling country music album in history.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Shania Twain?
Shania Twain is 59 years old.
When was Shania Twain born?
Shania Twain was born the 28 August 1965.
Where is Shania Twain from?
Windsor, Ontario, Canada.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 28th, 1965, in brief:
- Historical events: The first Subway sandwich shop opens in Bridgeport, Connecticut, founded by Fred DeLuca and Peter Buck. Initially called 'Pete's Super Submarines', the restaurant would later be renamed Subway and grow to become one of the largest fast-food franchises globally.
- Day of the week: August 28th, 1965 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- #1 US song: I Got You Babe by Sonny & Cher
- #1 UK song: I Got You Babe by Sonny & Cher
- Popular movie: Pierrot le Fou directed by Jean-Luc Godard
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