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Singer-songwriter and actress
Born
September 14th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Germany
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Born in Germany, a singer-songwriter and actress gained recognition for a unique blend of musical styles including soul, reggae, and folk. Released debut album, "Joyful," which achieved commercial success and critical acclaim. Throughout the career, collaborated with various artists and contributed to soundtracks for films, enhancing visibility in the entertainment industry.
Released debut album 'Joyful'
Received accolades for musical contributions
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