Trivia

Was a classmate of the late River Phoenix.

Joined Shakira, Céline Dion and Cher for VH1 Divas Las Vegas (2002).

Her debut album "Not That Kind" was released in 2000 and reached the Top 10 in several countries, making her an icon in Europe, Asia and Oceania. Although the following albums "Freak of Nature" (2001), "Anastacia" (2004) and "Pieces of a Dream" (2005) were successful as well, she hasn't made as big an impact in the US.

Announced on 21 January 2003 that she was diagnosed with breast cancer, after her doctor told her to go through a mammography. Luckily for her, the cancer was diagnosed at an early stage and she recovered soon. In February 2013, it was announced that Anastacia was battling a more intense form of breast cancer. On July 20 the singer announced via Twitter that she was again cancer free, while on October 1, 2013 to coincide with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Anastacia informed the media that she had undergone a double mastectomy.

When not touring enjoys a quiet life in her hillside Los Angeles home. (July 2009)

Former dancer on Club MTV (1985).

Graduated from the Professional Children's School of Manhattan.

Had a seven-year relationship with Shawn Woods which ended in 2001.

1990 - Sung back-up vocals on pop star Tiffany's "New Inside" album.

Won an MTV Europe Music Award for "Best Pop" (2001), a World Music Award for "Best New Artist" (2001) and two ECHO Awards for "Best International Newcomer" (2001) and "Best International Female Singer" (2005).

Her song "Boom" became the official song of the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan (2002).

Daughter of actress Diane Hurley and singer Bob Newkirk.

Married her bodyguard Wayne Newton in Mexico (21 April 2007).

Suffers from Crohn disease, a chronic illness of the intestines, since she was 13 years old. A segment of her small intestine had to be removed due to the damage made to it by the disease. She still bears the scar of the operation on her lower abdomen.

Her mother is an actress (TV, film & stage) and father (deceased) was a singer and recording artist who toured the East Coast Night Club Circuit.

Former companion of German MTV presenter Patrice Bouédibéla (2005).