Constantinos Christoforou

Cypriot singer-songwriter and Eurovision entrant

Constantinos Christoforou - Cypriot singer-songwriter and Eurovision entrant
Born

April 25th, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Cyprus

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Born in Cyprus, a singer-songwriter gained prominence in the music industry. Participated in the Eurovision Song Contest multiple times, representing Cyprus in 1996 and 2002. Also pursued a solo music career, releasing several albums and singles that received airplay in the region. The combination of pop and traditional influences characterized the music style. Additionally, worked as a television presenter, further enhancing visibility in the entertainment sector.

Represented Cyprus in Eurovision 1996

Represented Cyprus in Eurovision 2002

Released multiple successful albums

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