In a revelation that blends music history with unexpected personal detail, legendary Canadian-American singer and songwriter Paul Anka has confirmed a long-rumoured fact about the iconic Frank Sinatra. During a recent exclusive interview, Anka disclosed that Ol' Blue Eyes was exceptionally well-endowed.
The Sauna Confession
Anka, now 84, shared the anecdote in a conversation with Page Six. He recalled spending time with Sinatra and the famed Rat Pack in Las Vegas, where their socializing sometimes extended to the sauna. "I don't know what that does for you!" Anka remarked after confirming Sinatra's stature. He humorously added that in those steamy situations, he would "have trouble with eye contact."
The singer's comments bring to light a famous quote from Sinatra's ex-wife, actress Ava Gardner. She allegedly once quipped that while Sinatra may have been a slender 110 pounds, "10 pounds" of that was accounted for privately.
A History of Celebrity Scrutiny
Anka noted that Sinatra wasn't the only classic Hollywood star known for such a reputation. He mentioned that comedian Milton Berle, often called "Mr. Television," was similarly renowned. This latest disclosure adds Sinatra's name to a long, informal list of male celebrities whose anatomy has been subject to public speculation and gossip over the decades.
Other names rumoured to be in this category have included actors Orlando Bloom, Jon Hamm, and musician Tommy Lee. The phenomenon persists in modern pop culture, as evidenced by the intense media focus on comedian Pete Davidson's supposed "big d*** energy." Davidson has expressed embarrassment over the attention, which was amplified when his ex-fiancée, Ariana Grande, joked in a since-deleted tweet about his size.
Anka and Sinatra's Enduring Legacy
The personal revelation comes amidst a professional celebration of Anka's own storied career. A new documentary titled "Paul Anka: His Way" premiered on HBO Max on Monday, December 1, 2025. The film explores his life and work, which is deeply intertwined with Sinatra's legacy.
Anka and Sinatra collaborated closely for years. Most famously, Anka wrote the English lyrics for "My Way," adapting it from a French song. Sinatra's powerful recording of the tune in 1969 became his signature anthem and is widely considered one of Anka's most monumental contributions to music, despite Anka never recording it as a single himself.
This candid interview snippet, while surprising, offers a glimpse into the off-stage camaraderie and personal dynamics of some of the 20th century's biggest entertainment icons. It underscores how, even decades after his passing, public fascination with Frank Sinatra—the man, the myth, and now, the confirmed physical attribute—endures.
