Agnes Chan

Quick Facts

Full Name	Agnes Chan
Occupation	Pop Singer
Date Of Birth	Aug 20, 1955(1955-08-20)
Age	69
Birthplace	Hong Kong
Country	China
Horoscope	Leo

Agnes Chan Biography

Agnes Chan is one of the most popular and richest Pop Singer who was born on August 20, 1955 in Hong Kong, China. Pop star who became a teen idol in Japan with hit singles like “Poppy Flower” and “Splendor in the Grass.” She is also a Doctor of Philosophy who has served as the dean of Agnes University.

Her English-language album Forget Yourself (2006) includes a duet with Jackie Chan.

Japanese singer/songwriter Masaaki Hirao brought Chan to Japan, and in 1972 she recorded her first Japanese pop hit, “Poppy Flower (ひなげしの花).” Her clear voice, pretty looks, and imperfect Japanese made her a teenage idol. In 1973 her third single, “Splendor in the Grass (草原の輝き),” earned her the Japan Record Grand Prix “Rookie of the Year” award. She graduated from The American School in Japan in 1973.

In 1973 she first appeared on Kōhaku Uta Gassen (with “Poppy Flower (ひなげしの花)”), and subsequently made two more consecutive appearances on the show.

She is the younger sister of actress Yi Ling Chen. She married talent manager Tsutomu Kaneko and has children named Arthur, Apollo and Alex.

Agnes Chan Net Worth

Agnes Chan is one of the richest Pop Singer from China. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Agnes Chan 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She spent her early years in Hong Kong, where she learned to sing and play guitar. She graduated from The American School in Japan.

She is a novelist who has published such works as Perfect Couple and Bullet Ring.

Chan’s rendition of “The Circle Game” (1971) was totally different than Mitchell’s, but very close to Buffy Sainte-Marie’s 1968 version. It was/is misconstrued by many in Hong Kong that Chan was the original composer, whereas in her many Cantonese public interviews, she had yet to clarify by mentioning Mitchell or Sainte-Marie.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Agnes Chan height 5 feet 0 inches Agnes weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Agnes Chan Dating?

According to our records, Agnes Chan married to Tsutomu Kaneko. As of December 1, 2023, Agnes Chan’s is not dating anyone.

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In 1998, Chan was appointed the first ambassador of the Japan Committee for UNICEF, established as an independent local non-governmental organisation in Japan, under agreement with UNICEF.

Facts & Trivia

Agnes Ranked on the list of most popular Pop Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in China. Agnes Chan celebrates birthday on August 20 of every year.

In 2002, Chan began her work as a novelist with Perfect Couple and Bullet Ring.

Top Facts about Agnes Chan

1. Agnes Chan is a Hong Kong-born singer and activist.
2. She was born on August 20, 1955.
3. Chan started her music career in Japan in the 1970s.
4. She has released over 30 albums throughout her career.
5. Chan is also known for her activism work, particularly in education reform.
6. In 1987, she became a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for the Promotion of Education of Children in Need.
7. Chan has been awarded numerous honors for her contributions to society and culture.
8. She holds a PhD in Education from Stanford University.
9. Chan currently serves as an Honorary Professor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong.
10. Her autobiography “Agnes” was published in English and Japanese in 1995.

Who is Agnes Chan husband?

Tsutomu Kaneko

How old is Agnes Chan?

67 years (August 20, 1955)