That came in 1957 when he met with Don Costa of ABC-Paramount Records in New York. Anka performed several jingles, including "Diana," which became his first number one hit, catapulting him to stardom.

Paul Anka’s hit songs, including “I Love You, Baby” and “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” was the driving force of a new musical style in the world of mainstream pop. Not only did the ...

Diana Ayoub, the Ottawa woman who inspired Paul Anka's 1957 hit Diana when the two were still teenagers, has died. She was 83.

We spoke to the legendary crooner Paul Anka ahead of Sept. 17 show at Winspear Opera House in Dallas. He talked Chuck Berry, Michael Jackson, and Sinatra, whose songs he'll be performing.

The successful singer’s long career started in 1957, when his song “Diana” sold 20 million records, followed by numerous other hits, including “Puppy Love,” “Lonely Boy” and “My ...