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Milaan

About Quick Facts NameMilan Nikolić Born02 July 1979 Nationality🇷🇸 Serbian National SelectionBeovizija 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongCipela (& Marko Kon, 2009) Biography Milan Nikolić was born on July 2, 1979, in Svetozarevo, Serbia. He is a Serbian accordion player. Milan began playing the accordion when he was seven years old. He finished elementary school in Svilajnac. Later, he attended music school in Pančevo, where he completed both lower and secondary levels. He continued his education at the music academy in Paris, where he graduated. In 2009, Milan Nikolić, together with singer Marko Kon, represented Serbia at the Eurovision Song Contest. For this occasion, he used the name Milaan. They won Serbia’s national selection competition, Beovizija 2009, with their song “Cipela”. At Eurovision in Moscow, they performed in the second semi-final. They placed 10th in their group and did not advance to the final. Milan Nikolić was an early supporter of the Balkan Beat music style in Serbia. His work was featured in international music collections alongside artists like Goran Bregović and Boban Marković. Later, Milan chose to explore a different genre. He formed the Barakuda Band and recorded the song “Poziv na čekanju” (“Call on Hold”) in the pop music style. Milan is still performing with the Barakuda Band. Entries Cipela (& Marko Kon) Country🇷🇸 Serbia Year2009 LanguageSerbian LyricsAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko Kon MusicAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko KonMilan Nikolić BackingsLjubiša DinčićJovan SejnjanovićIgor KneževićKatarina Gromilić Results Semi Points: 60Position: 10Running order: 4 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/F70grsPVtrw?si=9Gh288zErgsSQgmW

Marko Kon

About Quick Facts NameMarko Kon Born20 April 1972 Nationality🇷🇸 Serbian National SelectionBeovizija 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongCipela (& Milaan, 2009) Biography Marko Kon (* April 20, 1972) is a Serbian composer, screenwriter, arranger, producer, and singer. By 2009, Kon had written over 800 pop songs. He also provided background vocals for more than 1,000 recordings. In 2006, he co-wrote the song “Crazy Summer Dance”. The song was performed by Flamingosi and Luis at Beovizija 2006. He also co-produced the song “I Love You Forever” for Montenegro at Eurovision 2008. In 2009, Marko Kon and Milan Nikolić (Milaan) competed in Beovizija, Serbia’s national selection for Eurovision. Their song “Cipela” was chosen as the winner. On May 14, 2009, Kon and Nikolić performed in the second Eurovision semifinal in Moscow. They finished in 10th place. However, they did not qualify for the final. The jury selected another song. In November of the same year, Marko teamed up with Zikinoj Sarenici for the song “Rakija”. Marko Kon kept on working for others. In 2012, a.o. Flamingosi and Sofijaz came out with new work. In 2013 they were joined by Željko & Lubee Game. When Flamingosi split up Ognjen Amidžić, half of the duo, still kept on working with Marko. In 2014, he released the single “Pozitiva”. In 2017, Marko featured in Ognjens song “Prevara” and in 2018 they released “Kisela bombona”, along with Predrag Popović and Gazda Paja. Also in 2014 Marko featured in “Noci u gradu”, a Mirjana Radmilović song. In 2022, Marko Kon wrote two songs for Beovizija, the national final for the Eurovision Song Contest: Vasco didn’t make it to the final with “Znaš li”, Angellina however was 4th with “Origami”. Entries Cipela (& Milaan) Country🇷🇸 Serbia Year2022 LanguageSerbian LyricsAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko Kon MusicAleksandar Milanović KobacMarko KonMilan Nikolić BackingsLjubiša DinčićJovan SejnjanovićIgor KneževićKatarina Gromilić Results Semi Points: 60Position: 10Running order: 4 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/F70grsPVtrw?si=rMWZ7WyYYv46D9z9

Black Daisy

About Quick Facts MembersAsta MillerienėLesley-Anne HalveyNicole Billings Active2008 – 2009 Nationality🇮🇪 Irish🇱🇹 Lithuanian National SelectionEurosong 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongEt Cetera (& Sinéad Mulvey, 2009) Biography Black Daisy was a pop-rock band formed in 2008. The group, which featured a mix of Irish and Lithuanian members, brought a fresh and energetic sound to the Irish music scene, blending rock influences with catchy pop hooks. The band’s lineup included guitarist Lesley-Ann Halvey, bassist Nicole Billings, drummer Asta Millerienė from Lithuania, and their lead vocalist Steff Caffrey. Caffrey left the band when they were planning on participating in Eurovision. In 2009, Black Daisy competed in Ireland’s national Eurovision selection and won with the song “Et Cetera,” along with Sinéad Mulvey. The song showcased the band’s energetic vibe and Sinéad Mulvey’s powerful vocals, earning them a spot in the Eurovision semi-finals held in Moscow. Despite their dynamic performance, they did not advance to the final. Entries Et Cetera (& Sinéad Mulvey) Country🇮🇪 Ireland Year2009 LanguageEnglish LyricsNiall MooneyJonas GladnikoffDaniele MorettiChristina Schilling MusicNiall MooneyJonas GladnikoffDaniele MorettiChristina Schilling BackingsJenny Newman Results Semi Points: 52Position: 11Running order: 9 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/iYwys-Pe6Lc?si=jwNw4C-CLrpdTXQa

Sinéad Mulvey

About Quick Facts NameSinéad Mulvey Born22 January 1988 Nationality🇮🇪 Irish National SelectionEurosong 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongEt Cetera (& Black Daisy, 2009) Biography Sinéad Mulvey is an Irish singer and performer. Born on January 22, 1988, in Dublin, Sinéad displayed a passion for music from an early age, which later propelled her into the spotlight. Her first major breakthrough came in 2005 when she participated in the Irish television talent show You’re A Star. Following this success, she joined a stage production of Cinderella, where she further honed her performance skills and showcased her versatility as an entertainer. In 2009, Sinéad represented Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest in Moscow. Performing alongside the pop-rock group Black Daisy, she competed with the song “Et Cetera”. Since then, Sinéad has, as far as we know, not remained active in the music and entertainment industry. Entries Et Cetera (& Black Daisy) Country🇮🇪 Ireland Year2009 LanguageEnglish LyricsNiall MooneyJonas GladnikoffDaniele MorettiChristina Schilling MusicNiall MooneyJonas GladnikoffDaniele MorettiChristina Schilling BackingsJenny Newman Results Semi Points: 52Position: 11Running order: 9 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/iYwys-Pe6Lc?si=wON0PFpWihUOi7RV

Next Time

About Quick Facts MembersMartin FilipovskiStefan Filipovski Founded2008 Nationality🇲🇰 North Macedonian National SelectionSkopje Fest 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongNešto što ke okane (2009) Biography Next Time is a rock band from Skopje, North Macedonia. The group is made up of twin brothers Martin and Stefan Filipovski. Stefan is the lead singer, and Martin plays guitar and sings backup. Early Years (2008–2012): Starting Out and Eurovision Next Time began in 2008 after signing with Plan B Production. Before this, they performed at children’s festivals as a small garage band. They were discovered by Jovan Jovanov, a composer and songwriter, who helped them release their first song, Ne veruvam vo tebe (I Don’t Believe in You), in May 2008. The song became a big hit in Macedonia, and they also made their first music video for it. The band won several awards in music festivals that year, including “Summer Hit of the Year” and “Best New Artist.” Their song Bez tebe tivko umiram (I’m Slowly Dying Without You) earned them second place at MakFest, a popular Macedonian music festival. In December 2008, they released their first album, Next Time, featuring 13 songs. Two were bonus tracks in other languages: one in English (Why Did You Go) and one Italian song (Caruso). In February 2009, they won the Macedonian Eurovision selection competition with their song Nešto što ke ostane (Something That Will Remain). They performed at Eurovision in Moscow but didn’t advance past the semi-finals. Later that year, they held a concert in Skopje. Second Album (2012–2014): Na krajot na denot The band released their second album, Na krajot na denot (At the End of the Day), in 2012. They made a music video for their song Lice od raj (A Face of Paradise), which featured a modern storyline and was filmed in different locations in Skopje. After this album, the duo took a break from music. In 2018, they returned to the stage for the Edna ljubov (One Love) festival, performing in North Macedonia and Bulgaria. Recent Work (2022–Present): Majka and Tours In 2022, they released their third album, Majka (Mother), which took them eight years to complete. In 2023, they toured Australia for the first time, performing in cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. They continued their Australian tour in 2024, giving concerts in even more cities. Entries Nešto što ke okane Country🇲🇰 North Macedonia Year2009 LanguageMacedonian LyricsElvir Mekić MusicDamjan LazarovJovan Jovanov BackingsGoran MihajlovskiMario StankovićDamjan LazarovJovan Jovanov Results Semi Points: 45Position: 10Running order: 13 Results Finals Points: –Position: –Running order: – https://youtu.be/TNCN2bU5qKE?si=wTNrFgzUK6x09tqT

Arash Labaf

About Quick Facts NameAlex Arash Labaf Born23 April 1977 Nationality🇸🇪 Swedish National SelectionInternal selection 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongAlways (& Aysel) Biography Alex Arash Labaf, born April 23, 1977, in Tehran, is an Iranian-Swedish musician. As an artist, he is known simply as Arash. Arash had his breakthrough in 2004 with the release of his single “Boro Boro”, which topped the Swedish charts. Following this success, he released his self-titled debut album, “Arash”, in 2005, which included other hits such as “Tike Tike Kardi”. His third single, “Temptation” (feat. Rebecca), also became a major hit in Scandinavia, reaching number two on the Swedish charts in 2005. Arash further expanded his influence by recording a Russian version of “Temptation” with the popular Russian group Blestjasjtjie. The song, called “Vostotjnie skazki”, was a significant hit in Russia. In 2006, Arash released “Crossfade (The Remix Album)”, showcasing new renditions of his popular tracks. He continued to build his career with the 2008 album Donya, featuring collaborations with artists like Shaggy on the title track Donya, and Rebecca on Suddenly. The album also included the heartfelt duet “Pure Love” with Helena Paparizou. In 2009, Arash represented Azerbaijan in the Eurovision Song Contest with AySel, performing the song Always. They finished in third place with 207 points. The song became a major hit in Sweden, reaching number 3 on the Swedish charts. Following this success, he released “Kandi” (feat. Lumidee) the same year. Arash’s international collaborations continued with the release of “She Makes Me Go” (feat. Sean Paul) in 2013, a track based on “Think about the way” from 1994 by Ice MC. In 2014, he released his album “Superman”, which featured singles like “One Day” (feat. Helena Paparizou), “Doga Doga” (feat. Medina), and “Sex Love Rock N Roll” (feat. T-Pain). In 2016, Arash collaborated with Snoop Dogg on the track “OMG”. The following year, he released “Se Fue” (feat. Mohombi) and “Dooset Daram” (feat. Helena). His musical journey continued with the 2018 hit “Goalie Goalie” (feat. Pitbull, Blanco & Nyusha) and the 2019 single “One Night In Dubai” (feat. Helena). Arash’s more recent works include “Mary Jane” (versus Ilkay Sencan) and “No Maybes” (feat. Ilkay Sencan, Era Istrefi) in 2020. In 2021, he released several singles, including “Lavandia” (with Marshmello), “Angels Lullaby” (feat. Helena), Asemoon, and “Ich bin weg (Boro Boro)” (feat. Samra & Topic42). In 2022, he collaborated with Navid Zardi on “Bombe”, and in 2024, he released Hulu (feat. Sasy). Beyond his music, Arash has also contributed to film soundtracks. He produced music for the 2004 film Bombay Dreams, featuring the track “Bombay Dreams” (feat. Rebecca & Aneela), and for the 2005 film Bluffmaster, which included his song “Boro Boro (Bure Bure)”. Arash’s family resides in Sweden. He has two siblings, Arsalan Labaf, a lawyer, and Ashkan Labaf, a doctor. Malmö is his hometown in Sweden. Entries Always (& AySel) Country🇦🇿 Azerbaijan Year2009 LanguageEnglish LyricsArash LabafRobert UhlmannElin WrethovAnderz Wrethov MusicArash LabafRobert UhlmannJohan BejerholmMarcus EnglöfAlex Papaconstantinou Backings? Dancers??? Results Semi Points: 180Position: 2Running order: 12 Results Finals Points: 207Position: 3Running order: 11 https://youtu.be/9OEIOS1oUeY?si=XTfvyALTe_5fDfS1

Aysel Teymurzadeh

About Quick Facts NameAysel Teymurzadeh Born25 April 1989 Nationality🇦🇿 Azerbaijani National Selectioninternal selection 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongAlways (& Arash, 2009) Biography Aysel Teymurzadeh Aysel Teymurzadeh (Azerbaijani: Aysel Məhəmməd qızı Teymurzadə; born April 25, 1989, Baku) is an Azerbaijani pop and R&B singer. Biography Aysel was born in Baku, the youngest of three daughters to a journalist father and a university professor mother. Aysel began singing at the age of four and developed a passion for the piano early on. She graduated from the Intellect Lyceum in Baku and attended Texas High School in Texarkana, Texas, during the 2005-2006 academic year. Shortly after arriving in the United States, she joined the local choir and started training for young vocalists’ competitions. While in the U.S., Aysel won three gold medals at contests held at Southern Arkansas University and the University of Texas at Austin. In 2005, she participated in Season 4 of the national song contest Yeni Ulduz (“New Star”). As of January 2009, she was majoring in International Relations at the Azerbaijan University of Languages. Eurovision In January 2009, Aysel was selected internally by İTV to represent Azerbaijan in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 in Moscow, Russia, alongside Iranian-Swedish singer Arash with the song “Always.” On May 16, 2009, Aysel and Arash finished third with 207 points. Aysel and Arash won the 4th Annual ESC Radio Awards in the Best Group category. After Eurovision On May 28, 2009, Aysel announced a European tour with Arash, performing in countries such as Sweden, Greece, and Russia. She also starred in a high-profile TV commercial for Danone yogurts, which aired on Azerbaijani and Georgian TV channels. In 2012, Aysel was one of five musicians from Azerbaijan chosen as jurors for the Danish national selection of the 2012 Eurovision contestant. In December 2022, Aysel made a comeback and released a new single: “Yeni il”. In July 2023 a follow up came, in Russian: “Voploshcheniye mechty”. She also served as the spokesperson for the Azerbaijani jury at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, while she was also involved in the national selection as a member of the selection committee. Personal Life In 2012, Aysel married Murad Adigozalov, the 39-year-old director of the Azerbaijan State Philharmonic Society and a divorced father of two children. Following her marriage, Aysel reportedly planned to leave the big stage and only perform at official events. The couple has three children: two sons born in 2012 and 2016, and a daughter born in 2014. Entries Always (& Arash) Country🇦🇿 Azerbaijan Year2009 LanguageEnglish LyricsArash LabafRobert UhlmannElin WrethovAnderz Wrethov MusicArash LabafRobert UhlmannJohan BejerholmMarcus EnglöfAlex Papaconstantinou Backings? Dancers??? Results Semi Points: 180Position: 2Running order: 12 Results Finals Points: 207Position: 3Running order: 11 https://youtu.be/J0qdRqY_3HM?si=FAod2E8VcBbI7bOU

Andrea Šušnjara

About Quick Facts NameAndrea Šušnjara Born26 February 1987 Nationality🇭🇷 Croatian National SelectionDORA 2009DORA 2004 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongLijepa Tena (& Igor Cukrov, 2009) Biography Biography of Andrea Šušnjara Andrea Šušnjara, born on February 26, 1987, in Split, Croatia, is a talented Croatian singer and songwriter known for her captivating voice and dynamic stage presence. Her journey in the music industry began at a young age, and she quickly rose to prominence as one of Croatia’s most beloved performers. Early Life and Career Beginnings Andrea showed an interest in music from a young age. She participated in various local singing competitions and talent shows, which helped her gain recognition and experience in performing. Her passion for music was evident, and it wasn’t long before she started making a name for herself in the Croatian music scene. Breakthrough and Eurovision Andrea’s major breakthrough came in 2009 when she represented Croatia in the Eurovision Song Contest alongside Igor Cukrov. They performed the song “Lijepa Tena,” written by Tonči Huljić. The song was selected through Croatia’s national selection, Dora, and went on to compete in the Eurovision final held in Moscow. Although the song finished in 18th place, it was a significant milestone in Andrea’s career, exposing her to a broader European audience. Collaboration with Magazin In 2010, Andrea became the lead singer of the popular Croatian band Magazin, one of the most well-known pop bands in the region. Her collaboration with Magazin marked a new chapter in her career, and she quickly became a fan favorite. With Andrea as the lead vocalist, the band released several hit songs and albums, further solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the Croatian music industry. Notable Singles and Performances Throughout her career, Andrea has released numerous singles that have topped the charts and resonated with audiences. Some of her notable singles include “Sijaj zvijezdo,” “Bojim se,” and “Kasno je.” Her performances at various music festivals and concerts have garnered widespread acclaim, showcasing her versatility and strong stage presence. Entries Lijepa tena (& Igor Cukrov) Country🇭🇷 Croatia Year2009 LanguageCroatian LyricsVjekoslava Huljić MusicTonči Huljić BackingsIvana ČabrajaJelena MajićSanja JukićKarmen Matković Results Semi Points: 33Position: 13 (backup jury qualifier)Running order: 1 Results Finals Points: 45Position: 18Running order: 5 https://youtu.be/jdLct2IqcLA?si=MPyubULW3Z91NZU7

Igor Cukrov

About Quick Facts NameIgor Cukrov Born06 June 1984 Nationality🇭🇷 Croatian National SelectionDORA 2009 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongLijepa tena (& Andrea, 2009) Biography Igor Cukrov, born on June 6, 1984, is a Croatian singer-songwriter, musician, and television personality. From an early age, Igor showed a strong interest in music. In 1991, he won first prize in Moj prvi nastup, a competition led by Remi Kazinotti. Two years later, in 1993, he won first prize for the first voice of “Pojišan” school and secured third place among all schools in Split. In 1994, Igor participated in the children’s version of the Split Festival, singing “Mali vrabac.” His talent continued to shine, and in 2003 he won the first prize for the first voice of Šibenik-Knin County. By 2007, he performed at the Split Festival with his single “Duša mi je bili kamen” and earned a prize for the best debutant. He also gained valuable experience as a tenor with the a cappella Cambi singers. Igor gained significant media attention in 2008 when he participated in Operacija trijumf, the Balkan version of Endemol’s talent show Star Academy. The show, which began on September 29, 2008, featured young talents from the former SFR Yugoslavia. Igor impressed audiences with his diverse repertoire, singing opera songs like “Con te partirò” by Andrea Bocelli and rock songs like “Angie” by the Rolling Stones and “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” by Aerosmith. Although he was expelled on the 13th gala event, judge Tonči Huljić later stated that Igor’s expulsion was an injustice. After Operacija trijumf, Igor aimed to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009. He teamed up with Andrea Šušnjara and performed the song “Lijepa Tena,” written by Tonči Huljić. The song won the Croatian final, Dora, on February 28, 2008, and qualified for the Eurovision final from the second semi-final. The song finished in 18th place. In 2009, Igor released several singles, including “Mjesečar” and “Nebesa” (with Magazin). He continued to perform at various festivals, such as the Pjesma Mediterana in Budva, Montenegro, where he sang “Moja draga” in 2010. That same year, he also released “Prolij vino po meni” at the CMC festival Vodice. In 2011, he released the singles “Caca moj” and “Fali mi” under Hit Records, along with “Haljina na pruge.” In 2012, Igor performed “Dalmaciju minjat se ne može” at the Trogir fest and “Ajdemo jube” at the Splitski festival. He achieved third place at the Ohridski festival in Macedonia with “Korak po korak” in 2013 and released “Slučajno” featuring Ana Duderija-Šucur. In 2015, Igor continued to make waves with “Kraj mene si ti” featuring Bojan Delic at the Festival Suncane Skale in Montenegro. He also won first place at the Trogir festival with “Prida bi se mandolini.” His other notable singles include “Treba li mi netko kao ti” in 2010, “Za one što su kao mi” at the CMC festival Vodice in 2012, “Znaes li” at the Skopje fest in Macedonia in 2013, and “Sanjaj Hrvatska” at the CMC festival Vodice in 2013. Igor released “Jedna duša jedno tilo” in 2014 and “Jedino ti znaš me va dušu” in 2015 at the MiK – Melodije Istre i Kvarnera. In 2015, he also released “Volio sam cure” at the CMC festival Vodice and “E moj admirale” at the Splitski festival. In 2016, he released “Daruj sreću novim ljudima” under Hit Records, followed by “Da te zagrlim” in 2017. His most recent single, “Svoj na svome,” a collaboration with Mile Perkov, was featured at the CMC festival Vodice in 2022. Entries Lijepa Tena (& Andrea) Country🇭🇷 Croatia Year2009 LanguageCroatian LyricsVjekoslava Huljić MusicTonči Huljić BackingsIvana ČabrajaJelena MajićSanja JukićKarmen Matković Results Semi Points: 33Position: 13 (backup jury qualifier)Running order: 1 Results Finals Points: 45Position: 18 Running order: 5 https://youtu.be/jdLct2IqcLA?si=64z93hEYKaWmrV8G

Mira Awad

About Quick Facts NameMira Anwar Awad Born11 June 1975 Nationality🇮🇱 Israeli National SelectionKdam 2009Kdam 2005 In Eurovision2009 Moscow SongThere must be another way (& Noa) Biography Mira Anwar Awad is an Arab-Israeli singer, actress, TV host, composer, songwriter, and political activist. BiographyMira Awad was born on June 11, 1975, and grew up in the village of Rama in Israel. Her father, an Arab-Christian, is a family doctor, while her mother, a Bulgarian-Christian, specializes in Slavic languages. They met when her father was studying medicine in Bulgaria. Awad also identifies as Palestinian and is a graduate of the Rimon School of Music. Career Early Music Career At 16, Awad started her music career as the lead singer of the band “Samana,” which sang Western rock in Arabic. During the early 2000s, she hosted Zap L’Rishon on Channel 1 and participated in Festigal in 2002, performing the song “Tze El HaMasa,” which placed sixth. In 2005, she was part of Idan Raichel’s album “Mi’Ma’amakim,” singing the Arabic song “Azini”, which she wrote. That same year, Awad competed in the Kdam Eurovision with the song “Zman,” which came last. Eurovision and Albums 2009 marked a significant year as Awad, alongside Achinoam Nini, was chosen to represent Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest in Moscow. They sang “There Must Be Another Way”, a song about peace and coexistence, finishing in 16th place. Awad was the first Arab to represent Israel in Eurovision. In August of that year, she and Nini received an award from the Mayor of Lourdes in France. June 2009 saw the release of her first album, “Bahlawan”, featuring songs in Arabic and English, produced by guitarist Amos Ever-Hadani. A joint album with Nini, “There Must Be Another Way,” was also released, including Eurovision songs and a cover of the Beatles’ “We Can Work It Out.” Awad was named Arabic Singer of the Year by Kol Yisrael in 2009, with her album winning Album of the Year. She composed music for the Arabic solo performance “Not Noah’s Ark,” directed by actor Norman Issa, and won an award for Best Music at the Masrahid Arabic Solo Performance Festival. A recording contract with Sony followed in 2010, leading to the release of three international albums, starting with the first in 2011. “All My Faces,” her second album, produced by Sony and Carlos Jean, was released in April 2011. That same year, Awad performed at the Medal of Freedom ceremony in Philadelphia, where Bill Clinton awarded the Medal to Tony Blair. She also performed with Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli at Masada. Collaborations and New Projects Awad collaborated once again with Idan Raichel in 2013, singing “Ana Ana Wa’anta Anta,” meaning “I am I and you are you” on his album “Reva L’sheva.” In June of that year, she sang “Through Fire and Water” with the Israeli metal band Orphaned Land on their album “All Is One.” Theater Career After completing her studies at “Rimon,” Awad began acting in theater in 1998. She gained fame in 2002 for her role as Eliza Doolittle in the musical “My Fair Lady” at the Cameri Theater, alongside Oded Kotler as Professor Higgins. Her theatrical career continued with roles in the musical play “Another Place and a Foreign City” in 2006 and “This Great Sea” at the Cameri Theater in 2007. Awad was selected to join the “Excellence in Culture Fund” as a theater actress in 2008. Television and Film Awad’s television career includes hosting the program “Shvil HaSipurim” on Educational Television in 2003. From 2007 to 2013, she acted in the comedy series Arab Labor on Channel 2, playing Amal, a feminist Arab lawyer. She participated in the fifth season of the reality show Dancing with the Stars on Channel 2 in 2010. From 2012 to 2013, Awad co-hosted the TV show Achla Yom on Educational Television with fashion designer Yuval Caspin. She also appeared in the film Farewell Baghdad (directed by Nissim Dayan, based on the book by Eli Amir), released in 2014. In April 2014, Awad took part in the TEDxHIT-Interaction event, discussing walking a fine line between opposites (Acrobat – Bahlawan). Early 2019 saw the broadcast of the TV series “Muna” on Kan 11, created by Awad, for which she won the Shulamit Aloni Award in 2021. Personal Life Awad married Costa Mogilevich, an Israeli of Ukrainian-Jewish descent, in December 2013. The couple currently lives in London. Political Activity Awad ran for the Tel Aviv-Jaffa City Council in the 2008 municipal elections with the City for All party and is part of the Expanded Faction Forum guiding the party’s council members. She supported the Hadash party in the Israeli Knesset elections in 2009 and is a member of the Public Council of the New Israel Fund. Entries There must be another way (& Noa) Country🇮🇱 Israel Year2009 LanguageEnglishHebrewArabic LyricsGil DorAchinoam NiniMira Awad MusicGil DorAchinoam NiniMira Awad BackingsGil Dor?? Results Semi Points: 75Position: 7Running order: 10 Results Finals Points: 53Position: 16Running order: 2 https://youtu.be/bBTQFOkFZw8?si=ObDFCvUvJBnWcXzh