The Weeknd
The Weeknd, born Abel Tesfaye, is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his unique blend of pop, R&B, and hip-hop. He gained widespread acclaim for his atmospheric sound and introspective lyrics. His performance at the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2021, where he invested $7 million of his own money to enhance the spectacle, solidified his status as a major force in the music industry.
Born on Feb 16, 1990 (35 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,228 | $1,700,000 | 726$ |
| Peru | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 12,485 | $230,000 | 87$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 6,009 | $240,000 | 141$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 3,701 | $160,000 | 61$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 7.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,382 | $2,700,000 | 731$ |
| Vietnam | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 45,400 | $340,000 | 159$ |
| Totals | 6 | 256,058,738 | 102,205 | $5,370,000 | 1,905$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Lil Baby won a Grammy in 2022 for best melodic rap act after featuring on Kanye West's track Hurricane with The Weeknd.
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Vietnam:
The Weeknd is mentioned as another individual Justin Bieber has unfollowed on Instagram.
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Peru:
Selena Gomez had a brief romance with The Weeknd after her relationship with Nick Jonas.
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Portugal:
The Weeknd is noted as an ex-boyfriend of Selena Gomez.
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Canada:
The Weeknd is a fellow fan choice nominee at the 2025 Juno Awards with four nominations.
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Hungary:
The Weeknd is a Canadian singer whose new album reflects on his experiences and struggles with fame.
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Greece:
The Weeknd's album is discussed for its lengthy duration.
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Germany:
The Weeknd has recorded what may be his last album, aiming for a grand spectacle.
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Russia:
The Weeknd invested $7 million in his Halftime show performance.
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