Eja Lange is Shania Twain’s Only Son With Robert John “Mutt” Lange – Meet Him

Eja Lange is the son of Shania Twain, the famous Canadian singer and songwriter. He was born on August 12, 2001, and is 22 years old as of 2054. His father is Robert John “Mutt” Lange, a Grammy-winning South African record producer and songwriter whom Twain was married to from 1993 to 2010. 

Given that Eja’s parents are prominent figures in the entertainment industry, many people have become curious about his life. He followed in their footsteps to become a songwriter and music producer. Over the years, Eja Lange has pursued a career in the music industry and has been breaking away from the shadow of his parents. However, he has a lot to do if he must equal the achievements of his parents, especially that of his mother.

Summary of Eja Lange’s Bio

  • Full Name: Eja Lange
  • Gender: Male
  • Date of Birth: August 12, 2001
  • Eja Lange’s Age: 22 years old
  • Ethnicity: Caucasian
  • Nationality: Canadian
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight
  • Religion: Christianity
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Eja Lange’s Parents: Eileen Regina Twain and Robert “Mutt” Lange
  • Siblings: Joanna Thiébaud (Stepsister)
  • Eja Lange’s Height in Inches: 70 Inches (5 Feet 10 Inches)
  • Height in Centimeters: 178 cm (1.8 m)
  • Eja Lange’s Weight: 64 kg (141 lbs)
  • Eja Lange’s Net Worth: $5 Million
  • Famous for: Being Shania Twain’s Son
  • Eja Lange’s Instagram: @e24ja
  • Twitter: @PM388778

What is Eja Lange’s Age Today?

Eja Lange is 22 years old in 2024. He was born on the 12th of August 2001. Records have it that he was born in Ontario, Canada, where he was raised by his parents, Shania Twain and Robert John Lange. A Canadian by birth, Eja is also a citizen of South Africa as his father Robert is originally from there. He (Eja) is also of multi-ethnic origin.

While Eja’s mother is a caucasian woman from Canada, his father was born in Mufulira, Northern Rhodesia now known as Zambia. He was however raised in Durban, South Africa. Eja’s paternal grandfather was a South African mining engineer while his paternal grandmother was a German woman.

Eja Lange’s Birthday Dates

Year Date Day
2024 August 12 Monday
2025 August 12 Tuesday
2026 August 12 Wednesday
2027 August 12 Thursday
2028 August 12 Saturday
2029 August 12 Sunday
2030 August 12 Monday

He Grew Up in Canada 

Because of the fame that came with what his parents do for a living, Eja Lange was protected from the public during the early years of his life. As such, details of his upbringing are not readily available.

At the moment, we can only confirm that he was raised in Canada where he was also schooled. It is said that he attended a private high school in Canada. As for his college education, several reports have claimed that Eja Lange is studying music. But the name of the school he is attending has remained unknown to the public.

Who is Eja Lange’s Father?

Eja Lange’s father is South African record producer and songwriter Robert John “Mutt” Lange. he was born in Nothern Rhodesia and started his music career as a singer back in the 60s. He quickly made the move to production and found success in it. He is well-known in the rock music genre even though his major claim to fame was his marriage to Shania Twain. He has produced music and albums for some of the biggest names in rock music including Ac/DC, Def Leppard and Bryan Adams to name a few.

Eja Lang’s Parents Got Married in 1993 and Divorced in 2008

Eja Lange’s parents, Shania Twain and Robert John Lange began their relationship in 1993 and got married that same year. The couple reportedly met for the first time in June of 1993 at Nashville’s Fan Fair. The story goes that Robert heard Shania’s songs from her debut album and offered to work with her. They took to each other at the Fan Fair and soon began a relationship.

Eja Lange's Parents Shania Twain and Robert John Lange
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The relationship later got so serious that the couple was talking about marriage towards the end of that same year. Barely six months into their relationship, Shania Twain and Robert Lange got married, exchanging marital vows on the 28th of December 1993. Nearly eight years later, the couple had their first and only child together.

Eja spent the first six years of his life living with both his parents. The family made their home in places such as the Swiss Alps and he was well cared for. He had a happy childhood by any measure. Eja Lange was six years old when it emerged that his parents were ending their marriage. It was in May 2008 that the world learned that his parents would be parting ways. As it was reported, Shania filed for divorce because Robert had been cheating on her with Marie-Anne Thiébaud who was her best friend. Their divorce was finalized on the 9th of June 2010.

Quick Facts About Eja Lange and His Personality

Fact Details
Birthdate and Parents Born on August 12, 2001, to singer Shania Twain and producer Robert “Mutt” Lange.
Name Pronunciation His name, Eja, is pronounced like “Asia.”
Childhood and Upbringing Raised in Switzerland for a normal upbringing, away from the media spotlight.
Parental Influence Both parents are Grammy-winning musicians. Eja has shown a deep interest in music, following in their footsteps.
Personal Interests Enjoyed cooking as a child and has a keen interest in music, particularly in EDM and composing.
Professional Aspirations While a talented musician, Eja prefers creating music to performing and is more aligned with his father’s production work.
Family Dynamics His mother remarried Frédéric Thiébaud in 2011, expanding his family to include a stepfather and step-sister.
Parental Support Shania Twain has been a dedicated and supportive mother, focusing her energy on Eja’s well-being, especially after her divorce from Mutt Lange.
Special Lullaby Shania Twain composed a unique lullaby for Eja when he was a baby.
Studio Collaboration Eja and Shania have spent time in the studio together, sharing musical ideas and collaborating.
Personal Values Raised with a sense of humility and appreciation, despite his family’s fame and wealth. Shania Twain has emphasized the importance of not spoiling him and being charitable.
Health and Recovery Inspiration Eja’s growing independence motivated Shania Twain to focus on recovering her voice after Lyme disease.
Pet Eja has a dog named Luna.
Influence on Feminist Values Shania Twain has instilled feminist values in Eja, teaching him about women’s independence and empathy.
Response to Family Challenges Demonstrated empathy and support during his mother’s separation and challenges, highlighting his emotional maturity.

Eja Lange Has No Siblings but a Step-sister Named Johanna Thiébaud

Eja Lange is the only child his parents had together. But in 2011, barely a year after his parent’s divorce was finalized, his mother remarried a man named Frederic Thiébaud. Through his mother’s second marriage, Eja became a stepbrother to Johanna Thiébaud.

Johanna is the only child that came out of the marriage between Eja’s stepfather, Frederic Thiébaud, and his former wife, Marie-Anne Thiébaud. In twisted circumstances, Marie-Anne and Shania Twain’s husband, Mutt Lange, had an affair. This led to the destruction of both their marriages. Frederic and Shania were meanwhile so devastated that they found solace in talking to each other.

That solace soon blossomed into a romantic relationship and they got married on the 1st of January 2011. This was how Eja Lange became stepbrother to Johanna Thiébaud and stepson to Frederic Thiébaud. Eja Lange’s step-father Frederic Thiébaud is a notable businessman and is an executive at the Swiss Nestlé group of companies.

Eja Lange is Now a Songwriter and Producer 

Shania Twain’s only son Eja Lange is also pursuing a career in the music industry like her. As stated earlier, he is a songwriter and a music producer. It is reported that he has been making music for several years now. If what his mother has shared about him is anything to go by, Eja is very passionate about making music and is completely devoted to it.

From what Shania shared, it seems Eja is not very much interested in being a performer. He instead prefers writing and producing songs and his mother is happy with this. For Shania, the pressure that comes with being a performer can be overwhelming and she is glad Eja wouldn’t have to deal with that.

It is reported that Eja has collaborated on several music projects. It is also said that he is exploring various genres of music and is yet to commit to a particular one. Eja Lange has made some strides in the music industry but he is relatively unknown in the business compared to his parents. Given his penchant for working behind the scenes, this might remain so for years to come.

Where Is Eja Lange Today?

Eja Lange is a musician like his parents and is actively pursuing a music career. He recently worked on a collaboration with his mother on the song “Number One” from her sixth studio album Queen of Me. There are no details on his personal life and who he is dating.

What is Eja Lange’s Net Worth?

Eja Lange’s net worth is $2.5 million as of 2024. The bulk of his worth comes from his work as a musician and his major collaborations with his mother of other well-known musicians.

FAQs

Does Shania Twain Have Children?

Shania Twain has only one child, and his name is Eja Lange. She had him with her ex-husband, Robert John Mutt Lange, in 2001.

How Many Kids Does Shania Twain Have?

Shania Twain has only one child from her marriage to Robert John Mutt Lange.

How Old Is Shania Twain’s Son?

Shania Twain’s son, Eja Lange, is 22 years old. He was born on August 12, 2001, in Ontario, Canada.

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