Lea Salonga

Tony Award-winning Filipina singer and actress known for her roles in musicals like "Miss Saigon" and "Les Misérables", and Disney films like "Mulan" and "Aladdin".

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Profession :

Stage Actress

Birthday :

February 22, 1971

Star Sign :

Pisces

Age :

54

Birthplace :

Manila, Philippines

Lea Salonga is a Filipina singer and actress who rose to prominence in the 1990s for her Tony Award-winning portrayal of Kim in the Broadway musical ‘Miss Saigon.’ She has since starred in numerous stage productions, including ‘Les Misérables,’ ‘Flower Drum Song,’ and ‘Allegiance,’ and has performed in concerts and recordings worldwide.

Salonga is also known for her voice acting work, having voiced the characters of Jasmine in ‘Aladdin’ and Fa Mulan in ‘Mulan.’ She has also been a coach on several singing competition shows in the Philippines, including ‘The Voice of the Philippines,’ ‘The Voice Kids,’ and ‘The Voice Teens.’

In addition to her performing career, Salonga is an outspoken advocate for women’s empowerment and has been involved in various charitable organizations. She is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and has worked with organizations such as the Philippine Red Cross and the United Nations Development Programme.

Salonga continues to be an influential figure in the entertainment industry and is widely regarded as one of the most successful and respected Filipino artists of all time.