Elhaida Dani
Elhaida Dani (Albanian: [ɛlˈhajda daˈni]; born 17 February 1993) is an Albanian singer, songwriter, composer and actress. Born and raised in Shkodër, Dani performed in diverse singing competitions and started to play piano as a child. She rose to national recognition in the Albanian-speaking Balkans, after her victories at Star Academy Albania, Top Fest and Festivali i Këngës. In Italy, she is also prominent for being the winner of the first series of The Voice of Italy. Dani represented Albania in the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 with the song "I'm Alive", after she won the 53rd edition of Festivali i Këngës. She participated in Kënga Magjike for the first time in 2017 with the song "E Ngrirë" whereas she finished second. She rose again great popularity in Italy as well as in France upon her international acting debut in the world renowned musical of Notre-Dame de Paris.
Elhaida Dani | |
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Dani at the Eurovision Song Contest 2015 | |
Born | Shkodër, Albania | 17 February 1993
Education | University of Arts, Tirana, Albania |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, composer, actress |
Years active | 2008–present |
Musical career | |
Genres | Pop-rock |
Instruments | Vocals, piano |
Labels | Folé Publishing |