Lola Young's family ties to author Julia Donaldson surprise fans as her music career rises

dailymail.co.uk February 3, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC

Lola Young, a 24-year-old singer, gained fame with her viral hit "Messy," which topped charts and became popular on TikTok. She recently made history as the youngest British female artist to achieve a solo number-one single since 2017. Fans have discovered that Lola is related to famous author Julia Donaldson, known for the children's book "The Gruffalo." This connection has sparked interest in Lola's background and artistic journey. Lola has been active in music for years, attending the Brit School and releasing her debut album last year. She is now signed to Island Records and has upcoming tours and a nomination for Best Pop Act at the 2024 BRIT Awards.


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