The Weeknd: The Weeknd starts using his real name 'Abel Tesfaye' on social media; Here are the details - The Economic Times
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The Weeknd or Abel Tesfaye? Why singer reverted to birth name - Los Angeles Times
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The Weeknd gets yet another face in new album teaser video
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The Weeknd gets yet another face in new album teaser video
CNN - The Weeknd is now officially known online by his real name – Abel Makkonen Tesfaye.
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The Weeknd: 20 Things You Need to Know – The Mercury News
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The Weeknd's Super Bowl performance: What will he sing?
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The Weeknd, Biography, Songs, Albums, & Facts
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Fans think The Weeknd played voicemail from ex Bella Hadid at concert
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Angelina Jolie Is Trending Because of The Weeknd's New Song 'Here We GoAgain
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The Weeknd changes name on social media to birth name
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