18 Facts About Sofi Marinova

Sofi Marinova is often called "the Romani pearl" and "the Romani nightingale".

Sofi Marinova was born on December 5,1975 in Sofia, Bulgaria, although her family was living near Etropole at the time.

Sofi Marinova showed musical and dancing talent at the age of two and was tutored in singing and dancing by her mother.

Sofi Marinova spent a year at a professional builders' school.

At age 17, Sofi Marinova began singing at weddings and christenings.

Sofi Marinova's repertoire included songs of Dragana Mirkovic, Michael Jackson, Sandra, Whitney Houston as well as Romani music.

Sofi Marinova won the singers event and the admirations of the jury, chaired by the famous Romani-Bulgarian musician Angelo Malikov.

Sofi Marinova was introduced to the big stage by Nencho Kasamov, president of the record company ARA Music, after he saw her performing in a restaurant.

In 2004, Sofi Marinova signed with Sunny Music, working with the producer Krum Krumov.

Sofi Marinova recorded the albums 5 oktavi ljubov and Obicham.

Sofi Marinova was invited there by the MEPs from Bulgaria.

In 2010 Sofi Marinova was appointed ambassador against poverty and social isolation.

Sofi Marinova's tasks include raising awareness about the issues, taking part in various activities and sharing her own experience.

Sofi Marinova has one son, Lorenzo, with whom she has done some collaboration single with.

Sofi Marinova then had a long-term relationship with Dacho, who is Peter's eldest son.

Sofi Marinova is well known for her honest and direct answers to media's questions in interviews.

Sofi Marinova was chosen to represent Bulgaria in the Eurovision Song Contest in Baku in May 2012 with the song "Love Unlimited".

Sofi Marinova was one of the favourites to win after coming second in the public vote in the semifinals.