Facts About The Weeknd!

His real name is Abel Makkonen Tesfaye.

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He supported Justin Timberlake on tour.

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His album 'Starboy' is named after David Bowie.

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Abel is a big Michael Jackson fan.

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You can see him live in Antwerp in October.

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