Date of Birth: February 22, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Lea Salonga is a renowned Filipino actress and singer, best known for her roles in musical theater, notably as Kim in the musical “Miss Saigon,” for which she won the Laurence Olivier Award, Tony Award, and Drama Desk Award. Born Maria Lea Carmen Imutan Salonga, she started her career at a young age in the Philippines, performing in various stage productions and television shows. Her breakthrough came when she was cast as the lead in “Miss Saigon” in 1989, which catapulted her to international fame. In addition to her theatrical successes, Salonga is recognized for her contributions to Disney films, providing the singing voices for Princess Jasmine in “Aladdin” and Mulan in “Mulan” and “Mulan II”. She has also appeared in numerous other stage productions, including “Les Misérables,” “Allegiance,” and “Once on This Island.” Salonga’s work extends beyond the stage and screen. She is an advocate for various causes, including education and the arts, and has served as a judge on the Philippine edition of “The Voice.” Her contributions to the arts have earned her several accolades, including the Order of Lakandula, one of the highest honors given by the Philippine government.
5 Interesting Facts about Lea Salonga
1. Lea Salonga was the first Asian woman to win a Tony Award.
2. She has the distinction of being the first Filipino artist to sign with an international record label (Atlantic Records) in 1993.
3. She played both Eponine and Fantine in different productions of “Les Misérables.”
4. Lea Salonga has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, awarded in 2011.
5. She released her autobiography “Playlist: A Celebration of 35 Years” in 2015.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lea Salonga
1. “You have to be very comfortable with who you are and know what you want to say and how you want to say it.”
2. “When I was a little girl, I wanted to be a singer, but more than that, I wanted to be an actress.”
3. “The beauty of musical theater is that it combines acting, singing, and dancing into one.”
4. “I think that being able to be versatile is the key to being successful in the entertainment industry.”
5. “Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Lea Salonga’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $18 million.
Children
Lea Salonga has one child, a daughter named Nicole Beverly Chien, who was born in 2006.
Relevant Links
1. [Lea Salonga Official Website](https://www.leasalonga.com
2. [Tony Awards Profile](https://www.tonyawards.com/nominees/profile/lea-salonga
3. [Lea Salonga IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0758620/
4. [Lea Salonga Broadway World](https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Lea-Salonga/
5. [Lea Salonga YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/MsLeaSalonga
