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Neil Sedaka - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 13, 1939 |
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| Age | 87 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Neil Sedaka's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Chart-topping pop songs including 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do', 'Calendar Girl', and his collaboration with lyricist Howard Greenfield. |
Intro
Neil Sedaka is an American pop singer, pianist, composer, and record producer who has been active since the 1950s, best known for his solo hits and work as a songwriter.
Early Life & Background
Neil Sedaka was born to a Sephardi Jewish father and an Ashkenazi Jewish mother. He demonstrated musical talent at an early age and was awarded a piano scholarship to the Juilliard School of Music's Preparatory Division as a child.
Career Highlights
- Achieved initial fame in the late 1950s as a Brill Building songwriter and recording artist.
- Scored multiple US and UK chart-topping hits in the 1960s and 1970s, including 'Calendar Girl', 'Oh! Carol', and 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do'.
- Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1983.
- Co-wrote iconic hits with lyricist Howard Greenfield.
- Had a successful comeback in the 1970s with hits like 'Laughter in the Rain' and 'Bad Blood'.
Trivia
- Neil Sedaka wrote 'Oh! Carol' about his former girlfriend, singer Carole King.
- He has sold millions of records worldwide throughout his career.
- Sedaka has written or co-written over 500 songs.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Neil Sedaka?
Neil Sedaka is 87 years old.
When was Neil Sedaka born?
Neil Sedaka was born the 13 March 1939.
Where is Neil Sedaka from?
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About March 13th, 1939, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 13th, 1939 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Goodbye, Mr. Chips directed by Sam Wood, Sidney Franklin
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