About Lena Zavaroni

Lena Zavaroni was a singer who came to the public's attention in 1974 when she appeared on Opportunity Knocks on which she returned five times.

She went on to have her own TV shows. She also travelled the world and despite not being a recording artist released a number of albums and singles.

Behind the scenes Lena Zavaroni had a life long fight with her demons, which came out as anorexia from the age of 13 to 15, this then became clinical depression which lasted the rest of her life. The truth is the anorexia also lasted the rest of her life.

Introduction

We can never know the true story of Lena Zavaroni's life as it seems to be a closed subject.

The best we can do is try and build up a view based on the information covered by the media and the public comments made by Lena, her family and friends. This is why I define the Biography on this website as a Media Based Biography of Lena Zavaroni.

It is presented as a series of short notes and comments along with links to related media, blogs, etc. I hope fans will find it of interest and that it helps them on their own discovery of Lena Zavaroni. It's a hard but sometimes happy but also very sad journey into the world of Lena Zavaroni. If you want the fantasy Lena that some fans seem to, then you should end your journey here.

Why Fanz of Lena Zavaroni Switched to a Text-Based Archive

Fanz of Lena Zavaroni is dedicated to portraying Lena as a person—not as a commodity of fame or a gallery subject. This site no longer includes images or videos due to copyright concerns and the misuse of media by other platforms.

Many websites value appearance over integrity, using watermarked or unauthorized images to draw attention. This site values truth, context, and respect—building meaningful pages based on verified history, firsthand recollections, and thoughtful layout. What started as a limitation has become a strength: pages now carry more depth and clarity than ever before.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or newly curious, you’re invited to explore Lena’s life from a place of honesty. Not a fantasy. A legacy.

For more on this decision, see the Important Notice below or preferably read the full statement explaining why this approach matters.

Important Notice

Important Notice: Due to copyright concerns, Fanz of Lena Zavaroni no longer adds images or videos to posts. Read More