Arnel Pineda

Arnel Pineda is a Filipino artist and singer who gained attention in the Philippines during the 1890s . He also made waves internationally in 2007 when he was the brand-new lead singer of the American rock group Journey. Arnel is 54 years old as of 2021, he was born Arnel Campaner Pineda on September 5 1967 in Tondo, Manila, Philippines. Each year, his birthday falls on September 5. Arnel will turn 55 years old on September 5, 2022 and his zodiac sign of birth is Virgo. Arnel is 5' 4" (164 cm) tall. His mother died, leaving his family in debt. His father who was behind by six months on his rent and could not take care of his family's needs was forced to seek out relatives to aid Arnel's children. Arnel recognized the issue and quit school to help his father. Arnel was born in Tondo, Manila at St. Jude Thaddeus Diagnostic Center. Arnel was taught by his mom to sing while it was still a child. His parents entered him into several singing contests. Arnel's mother passed away due to heart disease when she was 13. After his mother's death his family was in debt. His father was behind six months on rent and thus unable to ensure his family had a source of income. His father enlisted his family members to help Arnel. Arnel has three siblings: Roderick Pineda, Joselito Pineda, and Russmon Pineda. Arnel became aware of the severity of his situation and decided to leave school to ease the burden of his father. Arnel had to endure two years of sleeping on the streets. He slept anywhere he could, in parks and in the narrow benches of homes. He gathered newspapers and glass bottles and then sold them to recyclers. Arnel also worked odd jobs, such as docking ships and cleaning scrap metal. Arnel is married to Cherry Pineda. In 2001, the couple was married. Together, the couple has been blessed with two children that include a daughter (Thea Chenelle Pineda) and one son (Cherub). Arnel has two more mature children: Matthew and Angelo.