Donna Summer
| Born | December 31, 1948 |
| Hometown | Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Net worth | $75 million |
| Height | 5'7" (1.70m) |
| Spouse | Bruce Sudano, Helmuth Sommer |
| Children | Brooklyn Sudano, Amanda Sudano |
| Parents | Mary Gaines, Andrew Gaines |
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