Age, Biography and Wiki
Laurel Lea (Lorraine May Chapman) was born on 3 October, 1942 in Australia, is an Australian singer (1942–1992). Discover Laurel Lea's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 50 years old?
| Popular As |
Lorraine May Chapman |
| Occupation |
Singer, tv performer |
| Age |
50 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Libra |
| Born |
3 October 1942 |
| Birthday |
3 October |
| Birthplace |
N/A |
| Date of death |
1992 |
| Died Place |
Camperdown, New South Wales |
| Nationality |
Australia
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She is a member of famous singer with the age 50 years old group.
Laurel Lea Height, Weight & Measurements
At 50 years old, Laurel Lea height not available right now. We will update Laurel Lea's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
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Dating & Relationship status
She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.
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| Parents |
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Not Available |
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Laurel Lea Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Laurel Lea worth at the age of 50 years old? Laurel Lea’s income source is mostly from being a successful singer. She is from Australia. We have estimated Laurel Lea's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
singer |
Laurel Lea Social Network
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Timeline
Lorraine May Chapman (3 October 1942 – 31 January 1992), professionally known as Laurel Lea, was an Australian popular singer of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Lea appeared regularly on TV series, Bandstand, Six O'Clock Rock and Saturday Date.
Her younger brother Doug (born c. 1946) performed as a drummer, Little Rock Billy in the early 1960s.
In 1958 Lea signed with Leedon Records and was promoted by its founder, United States-born Lee Gordon.
At the end of 1960, Lea broke her jaw in a fall and was unable to sing for six months.
She regularly appeared on TV series Bandstand, Saturday Date and Six O'Clock Rock.
Lea was inspired by Brigitte Bardot, "I used to copy her mannerisms, and the way she opened her eyes and looked up like this".
In 1960 or 1961 she married fellow Bandstand singer Kevin Todd (born ca. 1943), and the couple had a son Mark (born ca. 1962).
Lea recorded several singles, but had limited chart success.
The pair often performed duets and by December 1963 had signed with CBS Records.
Lea returned to the updated Bandstand ‘76 show now hosted by Daryl Somers for a one off live performance.
By November 1975, Lea had been married and divorced twice, "[she] has finished with two husbands and has a son of 131⁄2".
She also had a band in the 1980s called Chockarock.
On 31 January 1992 Lea died of leukaemia.
Laurel Lea was born as Lorraine May Chapman.
She was raised in Armidale, New South Wales by Con Lianos and was known as Lorraine Lianos.
Con and his wife ran a travelling performance troupe and Laurel joined them from the age of 15.
Laurel Lea died of leukemia on 31 January 1992 in Camperdown, New South Wales, aged 49.
From 12 October 2003, ABC-TV series, Love Is in the Air, was a five-part documentary on Australian pop music with "Episode 2: She's Leaving Home" describing female pop stars and how many travelled overseas to try to further their careers, Lea was described, "[a]ccomplished television regulars like Laurel Lea had the look, the sound and the talent".
The program featured two of her tracks, "Alfie" and "Tomorrow".
