Paul Anka simply bought an enormous tribute over in France … the place President Emmanuel Macron introduced him with one of the nation’s highest honors.
The “Put Your Head On My Shoulder Singer” tells TMZ … he is humbled and proud to turn into an officer within the French order of advantage, with Macron bestowing the honour this week in Paris.
As you see, Paul and Macron shared a toast and sipped Champagne through the celebration … and Anka’s bought a fairly spiffy badge — a blue sash with the star of a Grand Cross, signifying the award.
France’s “Ordre national du Mérite” was first bestowed means again in 1963 underneath then-president Charles de Gaulle … and whereas it is usually reserved for French residents, Paul joins a choose checklist of international recipients and he is simply the most important identify.
Paul tells us it was a “very special moment for him” … and you’ll inform from the pics … he is sporting an enormous grin.
Remember … Paul remains to be taking part in sold-out venues the world over at age 81, together with packed homes in France on his latest European tour.
Bravo!!!
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