Lisa Pemberton: Inside The Life Of Paul Anka’s Ex-wife

Lisa Pemberton is the former wife of renowned Canadian-American singer, songwriter, and actor Paul Albert Anka. Lisa’s ex-husband Paul Anka is known for co-writing three songs, “This Is It” (originally titled “I Never Heard”), “Love Never Felt So Good”, and “Don’t Matter to Me” with singer-songwriter and dancer Michael Jackson. Paul has collaborated with many popular entertainers. He has recorded and served as a songwriter for several hit songs.

Lisa Pemberton: Bio Summary

How Old Is Lisa Pemberton?

Lisa Pemberton is said to have been born on July 15, 1953, in Ontario, Canada. If her date of birth is correct then Lisa is 70 years old as of 2023. She is the daughter of Ron Pemberton and Dorothy Pemberton. She may have siblings but their details are not available at the moment.

Lisa Pemberton has not provided information regarding her family background and family members. What she went through as a child is unknown. She was brought up in Ottawa, per a source. Lisa is said to have attended Carleton University and holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and human relations.

Lisa Pemberton also earned a master’s degree from the UC Berkeley School of Public Health. She reportedly worked as a counselor for adolescents until 1977.

Lisa Has Worked In The mAke-up Department Of Films

Lisa Pemberton has worked in the movie industry, specifically the make-up department. She has worked in the make-up department of films including Chatroom, Bad Penny, The Real Bronson, Gentlemen in Squalor, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, They Walk Among Us, War Horse, John Carter, and Tied.

Lisa Pemberton served as a key makeup artist in No Playground for Little Cowboys. She is known for her work in the make-up department of Poisoned, World War Z, Snow in Paradise, Into the Woods, Kingsman: The Secret Service, Jupiter Ascending, Howl, Legend, Burnt, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, and Criminal.

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Lisa Pemberton has also worked in The Legend of Tarzan, The Autopsy of Jane Doe, King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, 47 Meters Down, You Get Me, and Thorne by Bella: Sapphire Stephanie. Per her IMDb page, she has worked in the make-up department of two upcoming projects, Love at First Sight and Mudbirds, both Post-production.

Lisa Pemberton was an assistant prop maker in Pan. She was a prosthetics assistant in The Marriage of Reason & Squalor.

How Did Lisa Meet Paul Anka?

Lisa Pemberton and singer, songwriter, and actor Paul Anka had met for the first time at a friend’s wedding, per PEOPLE. After six years of being together, Lisa and Paul got married in October 2016. Their wedding which was a private one, took place at the Four Seasons in Los Angeles.

The guest that attended the wedding included producer Brian Grazer and billionaire investor Warren Buffet. Speaking of the wedding Paul Anka told PEOPLE, “It was a small, cozy and meaningful event.” Paul’s then 11-year-old son, Ethan Anka from a previous marriage, was the one who walked his bride down the aisle.

“He’s a cool little guy and my only son,” the proud father Paul said. “I wanted to make him be a part of it.” Paul said of his wife Lisa: “She’s a great lady. And a big animal lover like me.” Paul said, “It was a really special night.” He took to Instagram to display beautiful photos of the “intimate ceremony”.

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Lisa Pemberton is the third wife of Paul Anka. Paul was previously married to fashion model Anne de Zogheb, with whom he had five daughters. He was also married to model, actress, and author Anna Anka, the mother of his son Ethan Anka. However, Lisa and Paul Anka are no longer a couple.

They divorced in 2020. They did not have any children together. After the divorce, it is unknown if Lisa has been involved in any romantic relationships or remarried.