The Weeknd

Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, known to the world as The Weeknd, was born on February 16, 1990, in Canada. He has emerged as a prominent figure in the music industry, celebrated for his unique blend of alternative R&B and pop. With a light-lyric tenor vocal range and a distinctive falsetto, The Weeknd has captivated audiences globally, earning numerous accolades including four Grammy Awards and twenty Billboard Music Awards.

His musical journey began in 2009 when he started releasing music anonymously. In 2011, he co-founded the record label XO and released three influential mixtapes: House of Balloons, Thursday, and Echoes of Silence. These works laid the foundation for his later success, leading to a deal with Republic Records and the compilation album Trilogy in 2012, followed by his debut studio album, Kiss Land, in 2013.

The Weeknd's subsequent albums, Beauty Behind the Madness and Starboy, both debuted at the top of the US Billboard 200 and featured chart-topping singles such as 'Can't Feel My Face' and 'The Hills.' He returned to his roots with the EP My Dear Melancholy in 2018, which included the hit 'Call Out My Name.' His ambitious album trilogy began with After Hours in 2020, showcasing the record-breaking single 'Blinding Lights,' which became the most-streamed song on Spotify.

In addition to his musical achievements, The Weeknd ventured into acting, co-creating and starring in the HBO series The Idol in 2023. He has also made significant contributions to various causes, serving as a goodwill ambassador for the World Food Programme and advocating for racial equality and food security. With estimated sales exceeding seventy-five million units, The Weeknd is recognized as one of the best-selling artists of all time.