EntertainmentScottish1959 – present

Shena Easton

1980s pop singer, Grammy Award winner, James Bond theme performer

Biography

Shena Easton (born April 27, 1959) is a Scottish singer, actress, and entertainer who became an international star during the 1980s. Born Sheena Shirley Orr in Bellshill, North Lanarkshire, she initially pursued a career in dance before transitioning to music. Easton achieved breakthrough success with her debut album "Take My Time," which spawned the hit single "Modern Girl." She gained further prominence with her performance of the James Bond theme "For Your Eyes Only," becoming only the second artist to perform a Bond theme. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, she released numerous albums and singles, including "You Could Have Been with Me" and "Strut." Easton also pursued acting, appearing in films and television shows. Her career spanned multiple entertainment mediums, and she won Grammy Awards and other accolades for her work. Known for her distinctive contralto voice and versatility, Easton remains a notable figure in 1980s popular culture, representing the era's blend of pop, new wave, and sophisticated adult contemporary music.

The Name Shena

Shena Easton brought global recognition to the name Shena through her successful entertainment career, making it particularly familiar to those who grew up during the 1980s music era.

Quick Facts

Shena

Scottish origin

“A Scottish and English feminine name, Shena is often considered a variant of Sheena or a short form of Shelia. The name carries a spirited, somewhat spunky quality with Gaelic roots. Shena feels both accessible and individualized, straddling vintage and contemporary sensibilities.”