Lena Zavaroni's Grave - Famous Grave

Todays Famous Grave we visit and pay our respects to Lena Zavaroni The childhood star with a sad story.
Lena Hilda Zavaroni (4 November 1963 - 1 October 1999) was a Scottish singer and a television show host. At ten years of age, with her album Ma! (He's Making Eyes at Me), she was the youngest person in history to have an album in the top ten of the UK Albums Chart.
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[@malvanlondon8683]

Sadly, she is gone - but she is absolutely not forgotten.

[@ivanjackson7924]

Lena, was a powerhouse of a singer ,would win an talent show today, hands down!! A victim of her own fame and bad child managment!! Very sad ending, of a shining star! Rip lady go sing with the Angel's x

[@georgieboy1958]

I met Lena in the 70s she was a sweet young child that was controlled by her family and manager

[@eleanorcrawford9978]

Lena was a fantastic singer I was sad when I heard about her death RIP Lena.BTW she came from Roth Say is how it’s pronounced.

[@johnjtplastering6991]

@@eleanorcrawford9978 I went to school with her year above me lovely girl it's Rothesay

[@pastorbri]

u know this is bonnie and not lena?

[@zaftra]

Nah she could sing and dressed decently.

[@melfleming7793]

I remember Lena bursting onto out TV screens on Opportunity Knocks, she knocked the socks off every other contestant! She was a powerhouse, very talented. Such a tragic life, taken far too early. RIP 🙏

[@pastorbri]

u know this is bonnie and not lena?

[@ShirleyEaton-dn8sj]

I remember Lena so very well was always full of life loved her voice so much my dad bought me her album my favourite song was wishing on star she inspired me to sing myself so I will never forget her wat a shame died to soon wat a bundle of love hope she’s at peace now

[@sharonboult4042]

Thankyou paul, lena should never be forgotten RIP lena x ❤

[@elizabethmoini2902]

"I remember Lena, from when i was a child.....Bless her heart 💖. I hope she's at peace". 🙏🕊️🕯️

[@juliebannerman-wu4lp]

Me too she had power full voice

[@pastorbri]

u know this is bonnie and not lena?

[@elizabethmoini2902]

@@pastorbri "NO! It's Lena!... Bonnie had long curly, very red hair!"🦊

[@gabrielestaller5425]

So sorry.. didn know till now. We are in thoughts within

[@SennaStar]

I watched Lena on TV in 1974 as an 8 year old and fell in love with her.. My first 45 record was Ma He's Making Eye's at Me... I remember it broke in pieces one day as I tried to remove it from the turn table. I was devastated and buried the remains at the bottom of the garden. I always wonder if it would still be there to this day. I visited Lena's Grave a few years ago and I just wanted to lay down there with her forever... I regret not being there for Lena in the mid 90's when I only lived 20 miles away and lived alone in a tiny flat in Hoddesdon... Lena would be 60 now as I write this.. RIP Lena, we didn't meet in this life but I want to meet you in the next coming.... XXXxxxxXXX

[@daviddrew7845]

Born the same year as me and remember seeing her on television a lot in the 70's. What an amazing talent. #RIP Lena. 🖤

[@pastorbri]

u know this is bonnie and not lena?

[@ianstanley7520]

The world lost a very special lady !

[@carolineharry6605]

I remember watching her on television in my childhood. Her voice was incredible, but she looked and behaved like someone much older. I think fame robbed her of her childhood. She came across as a very sweet girl. She has a beautiful memorial. Bless her, taken far too young, tragic. My youngest son had a life saving kidney operation in the Cardiff hospital she was treated in. So it hits home really hard. Another beautiful tribute Paul, bless you. ❤ xx

[@pastorbri]

u know this is bonnie and not lena?

[@isabel3559]

I knew her grandparents they lived in my village you couldn't have found a more lovely couple they were so proud of her they didn't brag they were the type of couple if you knew she was their granddaughter then you knew but they didn't throw it in your face. Saw Lena a few times when she was visiting always lovely always acknowledge you as you passed her and was always left in peace just all round lovely person rip Lena

[@sharonsmith5377]

I loved Lena zavoroni! We would be the same age now, I’m an anorexic survivor so this means a lot, but thank you for doing it with your usual tact and empathy x

[@pastorbri]

u know this is bonnie and not lena?

[@KittyCatFurbabiesMaria1972]

One of My husbands old work friends in hoddesdon was one of Lena’s friends, and he said she had lost so so much weight and was such a lovely lady and he went to her funeral . Such a beautiful woman and talent taken from us . RIP Lena ❤ that churchyard is beautiful as my auntie and uncle are there … it’s beautiful walking through and hearing all the chimes and seeing the graves with decorations on, and all the Xmas trees decorated on graves at Xmas . It’s nice to sit on the benches as well in summer xx

[@rickyb5499]

What a lovely written piece, respect 🙏

[@KittyCatFurbabiesMaria1972]

@@rickyb5499 awwww thank you Ricky, that’s so lovely of u to say xxx

[@sharonboult4042]

RIP 😇 ANGEL xx 💔

[@claresherman2278]

How weird, I’ve been thinking about Lena a lot just recently for some reason and watching some of her old tv shows.She was just a couple of years older than me, and I was really jealous of her when I was a little girl- if only I’d known! She was a really sweet person, and not a brat like you’d expect child stars to be. Poor girl, how tragic her life turned out to be.❤️

[@rickyb5499]

I remember Lena singing on Opportunity Knocks in 74 and that she came from the Greenock area of Scotland. Very sad story and such a shame, Lena did have talent. May she forever R.I.P 🙏

[@suebt8794]

What a beautiful well kept grave. Bless her. Thank you for remembering her!

[@kayevans2964]

Lena's grave is 5 minutes from me and I've seen it many times. My youngest daughter (she's in her 20s) and I love walking around cemeteries and I've told her Lena's story. Such a sad one 😔

[@SerenDipity64711]

Beautiful little Lena will always be remembered for her incredible voice - sadly, she was taken too soon. Thank you for taking us to see her resting place. RIP Lena Zavaroni💖

[@skyedancer3106]

Wow. What a voice she had. So much talent taken away too soon. A beautiful girl with a beautiful name. RIP 🙏

[@jamesmcbride6304]

How sad was this , she started out with such great promise and everything was pulled out from underneath her, life can be so cruel to some people cant it, its a terrible disease anorexia. Karen carpenter springs to mind another great talent taken to early. Thanks Paul

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

It is frightening to consider that as recently as the early 80s the medical profession were so ignorant concerning Anorexia Nervosa and so the much needed help wasn't there for Karen Carpenter and others.

[@BunyanaRed1958]

There is video on you tube of her singing " Going Nowhere" from 1981. She sings the song with so much feeling and emotion. It really is an outstanding performance. The girl could really sing.

[@stevieb4372]

I believe she sang that song better than its writer (Neil Sedaka) because she could relate to it.

[@DaisyMiller-jl9td]

Poor Lena….used to watch her on the royal variety etc…..it’s soo sad when someone so beautiful was soo sad inside.. it’s soo common…A voice never to be forgotten..Bless you Lena ♥💐

[@shirleycandy8179]

A beautiful and talented young lady - if only she knew her value in life maybe she would still be with us today gone but always remembered xxx

[@jackighirardello546]

Such a sad story 😥. This scenario is way too common with young stars. So much tragedy. What a beautiful memorial 🪦 for a beautiful young woman. God Bless her 🙏 and may she Rest in Heavenly Peace.

[@jeremyhaines4481]

Lena zavoroni is much sadly missed This is very interesting and informative It is sad to hear about her illness Passed away way too young 😢

[@tonyford4170]

My father is at that cemetery. Also I previously worked with/for the photographer who took her wedding photos. I still have her first album on vinyl.

[@RedIce989]

So sad..May she continue to be wrapped in the wings of Angels..Thank you so very much for this video.

[@susanhawkins217]

Remember Lena well, beautiful voice, beautiful lady, so very sad she died so young R.I.P Lena xx

[@petajames4292]

Little Lena was such a childhood star...I remember seeing her on TV when I was little and we all loved her. Such a sad story as she grew up bless her. RIP Lena and thankyou for your music x

[@laurainejones673]

Another sad story of a celebrity gone too soon. Less than a year older than me. I was starstruck when I watched her on television in the 70's. Beautiful girl. So nicely covered again Paul . Thank you. 😊

[@christineconnell4114]

Thank you so much for showing Lena's final resting place. It was so lovely. I was born the same year and remember Lena being on Opportunity Knocks like it was yesterday ❤

[@janesoulharding8128]

I totally agree about protecting these children . Such a sad story, yet again Paul you did a great job xxx

[@LynneCarolTaylor]

Such a sad ending to a tremendously talented young woman. She was persuaded to sing at her own wedding, but the song she chose was "Help Me Make It Through The Night" I can't help but wonder if that was a subtle cry for help. New husband didn't appear to pick up on that either. RIP Lena Zavaroni, keep singing in your next life ❤❤❤❤

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

I remember Lena's appearance on a local TV chat show and the host was asking her did getting married make her happy but Lena said " No" . She was just so down during the interview but honest through and through ; the anorexia had robbed her of happiness .

[@pastorbri]

u know this is bonnie and not lena?

[@LynneCarolTaylor]

​@@pastorbriWhat are you on about? This is Lena Zavaroni grave. Bonnie Langford is alive and well.

[@pastorbri]

@@LynneCarolTaylor when I looked it was on a bonnie page?

[@elizabethspedding1975]

She was a jewel in the entertainment business.🌹

[@poc329]

Yes. A great loss to music and for here own family. What a well kept place. The graves looked well kept and lots of flowers.

[@jillburn1]

I have great memories of Lena , fantastic burst of energy !

[@carlamathurin2941]

Thank you for just reminding me of Lena. I remember watching her on Opportunity Knocks with my Mum and Dad, back in the day. Fame seemed so alluring back then but I guess poor thing showed it’s not that glamorous and very fleeting. Luckily I was born without any discernible talent!

[@lesleymartin3693]

Thanks to you Paul for getting up early and doing what you do tragic of what happened to Lena zavaroni I remember watching her on opportunity knocks she could belt out those songs if she was alive today would win bgt hands down your a star shining in heaven rest in peace Lena zavaroni xx

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

I was amazed at how strong Lena's voice was even though she had suffered from anorexia for years.

[@jansmith2200]

Thank,you Paul, RIP Lena x ❤

[@recurvearcher6542]

Hi Paul, Thank you. Unfortunately the entertainment industry is and was brutal on young singer's, male and female. Their precious lives cut short, without reaching there full potential, so sad. Great posts

[@mariemurphy5499]

I remember opportunity knocks and seeing Lena as child bursting out in song she had an incredible voice and very talented at a young age. Lena rest in peace angel god Bless You 🙏😇🕊️

[@DaveJMcGarry]

Another great visit of respect Paul. It's almost barbaric that Doctors think that depression can be treated with an operation.

[@judybee]

I went to Rothesay on the Isle of Bute when we went up to Scotland for a holiday. Her picture was in a lot of places in the town. They obviously had a fondness for her time living there. Watched the premiere live tonight Paul...I often miss them and have to catch up! Very poignant. Depression is such an awful mental illness and coupled with anorexia, she must have struggled so much. You always handle things so calmly & professionally x J x

[@100SteveB]

Could never forget her appearances on Opportunity Knocks, such a powerful voice from such a young girl. She was only two years older than me. Just something so wrong, so tragic, to look down upon that grave and seeing her name on it. God bless you Lena.

[@alisoncap8847]

Nice one Paul, glad you finally got to come up my way. But listening to you pronounced Hoddesdon. Sorry, it was funny. So incredibly sad what happened to Lena, but glad you went to see her. Thank you 😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

What a powerhouse, such a sad story , way too young to leave 😢

[@kernow9324]

I'd forgotten about Lena. Thanks for telling her story Paul.

[@TheFoxyb]

Poor soul, life could have been so much better for her given better management and care. R.I.P. Lena

[@utawkinterme9428]

Poor little kid. Fame can be a house built on sand. She has a lovely inscription and headstone.

[@miapdx503]

I just found your channel, I'm in Portland Oregon, the beautiful Rose City.🌹 Our generation of women were so susceptible to anorexia, especially if they were in front of a camera. Karen Carpenter, another amazing voice, also died from this. As a little girl, I remember Lena, and like most girls, tried to sing like her.😏 it was awesome to see another girl with so much talent! And now I learn that she died so young. 😔 rest easy honey, and thank you for the music 🎶 😘

[@UnusualThings1]

Hi and thanks for watching and commenting. 🙏

[@lunevalleyparanormal]

I remember her when she was at the height of her career Such a sad end to a talented star ⭐️

[@flyerphil]

Nice presentation. Had no idea that Lena Zavaroni had passed, very tragic story. Nice touch on reading the poem on her grave, it really filled my eyes with tears. Thanks again

[@trevorbrown6654]

You're not wrong about child stars struggling to cope with the fame and pressure. So many child stars have had serious issues and died comparatively young due to the pressures early fame brought upon them (Judy Garland, Brad Renfro, Sabu, Bobby Driscoll etc ) and the fact that it ultimately made them unhappy. Unfortunately Lena also suffered from the same self-destructive behaviour and it does make you wonder that had she not have become famous (especially at such a young age) then maybe she'd still be with us.

[@gabschasse600]

I wss i a teenager in school when Lena became known and popular ,here in the USA.We thought that little girl was wonderful ! Its just in the last few years that I'd heard of her death- and I felt so bad about it . Thank you for visiting her grave .🌹

[@susanbriwn7702]

I remember Lena. She was about my age. Tragic how she suffered. Such an amazing voice. R.I. P Lena.

[@jimcameron2209]

Thank you for this one Paul I'm old enough to remember Lenas rise to fame and the sad way it progressed. She is not forgotten and remembered with love. Bless you mate.

[@keith4usa1]

That was a very Sad Story and again you have Nailed it Paul about the Pressures of Stardom, which could have induced Poor Lenas Death.. "LET THE VOICE BE KNOWN, BUT THE IMAGE LEFT ALONE" !!!!

[@benjijack22]

What a voice! a lovely tribute as always Paul, Lena Zavaroni taken from us far to soon RIP and Thankyou for the music!

[@wendyjones7753]

So young.. such a tragic ending..may she rest in eternal peace .. her grave is beautiful xx thank you Paul... as usual.. brilliant xx

[@johnbidgood8903]

You are aa very pleasant presenter thanks for your videos

[@rebeccamyott7041]

That is a beautiful cemetery.

[@SlimTallDave]

Lena actually sang at her own wedding - There is a video here on KZbin - Worth searching for it - Such a sad story for an incredible singer - I remember her on Opportunity Knocks.

[@robjones2408]

"There are two types of tragedy. One is not getting what you want. The other is getting it." Oscar Wilde. Poor Lena. She deserved much better than a lonely grave. She is at rest now.

[@ladymiriamful]

Beautiful tribute. RIP Lena 🙏🏻💡

[@kymmckeag471]

Really lovely to hear you speak so respectfully coming from someone as young as you are,,bravo

[@UnusualThings1]

Thanks Kym, I am 51 though 😊🙏

[@scouser19a]

Well impressed with all the info on Lena that you provided - great stuff!

[@pamelahall1495]

Aww I remember her from the hughie green show and I couldn’t believe it when she died ,So very heartbreaking Paul …Thankyou for another great video X

[@patrickd9957]

I remember Lena appearing on Opportunity Knocks. She was tremendous at the time, but it soon started going downhill. A sad, sad lesson to be learnt about child stars. 😢

[@belindawarren2513]

I remember seeing Lena in the 1970s on Opportunity Knocks, so tragic, a very talented lady.

[@candy1971]

R.I.P ....Lena..God Bless xx

[@vincebevis2277]

Paul you are a treasure with your calm measured tribute to these people. They are very touching and quite emotional. God bless you sir.

[@UnusualThings1]

Thank you Vince 🙏

[@suemckenna2430]

So very sad how she ended up , like you say too much pressure is put on young stars , thanks again Paul for showing us Lenas final resting place , and what a beautiful cemetery with some lovely memorials.

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

So sad; another tragic case of childhood fame ruining a life !

[@tinazaman8083]

Thank you for sharing your blog, one of my favourite talents no one like her rest in peace beautiful lady ❤️

[@annemccrystal5384]

Lena was a sweetheart a power house of a voice so tiny yet cud blast those notes out I first seen lena wen she won opportunity knocks omg she was fantastic but success wasnt kind to her or those who clung to her because of her fame lena was a sweet charming girl fly high princess heaven has you now thanks paul 💯👍🙌👍

[@sammirobinson-fabhiit3813]

Done we love and respect again Paul xxx

[@karaclark4986]

Bless you Lena,you were so talented ❤️

[@deannaburn8823]

I remember Lena zavaroni first performance on Opportunity knocks I was only a young girl myself.she certainly could belt the notes out, well now she can rest in peace, Thank-you for showing the video Paul

[@gilltagg3352]

I adored Lena singing and dancing and she was one of the first I would sing and dance in the living room as a youngster. Such a tragic story and having suffered eating disorder in my early 20s, the pressure of society to be a certain way does add to desperate measures. It’s good to hear you speak out about it and a huge thank you 🙏. Once again another great reminiscing video. Thank you Paul ❤️.

[@scouser19a]

Thanks for this, so touching!

[@Julie_the_land_mermaid]

The way you cover the deceased is done so beautifully and eloquently. I am a relatively new fan of this channel. I live in Texas but British entertainement and history was quite prevalent in my young life because my mom was from Birmingham. Dad is from Texas which is why we live in America. I have heard of many Biritsh entertainers but I am glad you covered Lena because I have never heard of her until now. She seemed very talented and lovely. Your channel popped up randomly I think because I watch a lot of the American Hollywood Graveyard. Thanks for the graveyard tours. Keep up the great work.

[@UnusualThings1]

Thank you for watching, I hope you continue to enjoy the videos 🙏

[@patagualianmostly7437]

Watched a documentary on Shirley Temple earlier.... another child star that could have gone the same way....but walked away from "show-biz" at 22..... And put her energies into charities and supporting kids internationally...... Became a well-respected Ambassador globally. Such a sad ending for Lena. Good night & Godbless. RIP- Thanks for the memories.

[@TheSolar50]

I remember Lena from the 70s & my thoughts at the time were wow who is this. As you said Paul kids who are in the entertainment industry need to be protected from the huge pressure that fame brings & unfortunately for some if it ends because the industry just dumps them & then their is no one apart from family to help but by then some are to far gone with fatigue or are dependent on drugs or illnesses brought on by depression which is a shame. Lena was taken way before her time & now she is at peace RIP Lena 🙏

[@crystaldance5731]

Hi Paul what a beautiful cemetery so sad little Lena zaffaroni left us way too soon what a talented girl with a tremendous powerful voice so sad georgeous memorial headstone 😊💕

[@carolhodson6353]

So sad a very powerful voice.

[@jeannettemacdonald6881]

Lena had a awesome voice died to young. Thank you Paul X ❤️

[@moirabillinge185]

This is so very sad. Rest in peace and rise in glory, Lena. X

[@rachaelhillson2967]

So sad poor girl.. reminds me of that little girl jon Bennett however you spell it.. such a powerful voice for such a young girl... beautiful cemetery.. bless her heart rip 🙏 and great vid xx

[@annehillyard]

Thanks for posting mate made me cry after all these years

[@lilliankeane5731]

Thank you for thanking her for us. 🥺. It’s such a shames she’s gone. Her epitaph is spot on . It made me tear up. ♥️.

[@paulamiddleton7747]

O boy she was fantastic I miss her x😊

[@LindaRacic]

I love your presenting style. I remember hearing Lena and just thinking wow!!!! Gone so tragically young ,bless her 🙏

[@BrianSmith-lj6ug]

Lovely fitting words on Lena's memorial.Thanks for video and information on Lena's career and life.She will always be remembered.

[@roryhazlie753]

I have wanted u to visit lena Zavaronis grave for so long and was going to suggest it and I am so happy that u have been to pay your respects to her and I am planning to go and do the same,keep bringing these fantastic videos. I went to go see a play called Lena which told the story of her life which was brilliant

[@xxsusie1xx]

I remember Lena bursting onto opportunity knocks. She would have been 60 this year same age as me. God bless Lena sing loudly in heaven.

[@Mandela_House]

I really love your videos Paul. They are respectful and thought provoking. RIP Lena. ❤

[@patriciatreslove4449]

Such a sad case, thank you for covering it.

[@kellysnowdon7736]

Another fantastic video Paul thank you for bringing us these videos and long may they continue x

[@UnusualThings1]

Thank you Kelly.

[@davidwaddington9414]

if you heard her singing "Going Nowhere" you would hear what a talent she was.

[@stevieb4372]

Totally agree and it was live!

[@SerenDipity64711]

I can't watch her singing that song without crying..she sings it with such emotion.😔

[@garymansell8756]

Hi paul another cracking vid what a beautiful cemetery i love the wind chimes too. R.I.P. Lena.x.

[@andrewcairns7719]

Great video Paul, what a lovely headstone.