Katrina Leskanich
American singer-songwriter and guitarist
A singer-songwriter and guitarist, she gained prominence as the lead vocalist of the band Katrina and the Waves. The band achieved international success with the hit song "Walking on Sunshine," released in 1983. The song remains one of the most recognized tracks from the 1980s and has featured in various films and commercials. The band won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1997 with the song "Love Shine a Light," which further solidified their place in music history. Her work spans across several genres, including pop and rock, and she has continued to perform and create music over the years.
Lead vocalist of Katrina and the Waves
Hit song 'Walking on Sunshine'
Eurovision Song Contest winner in 1997
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Born
April 10th, 1968 58 years ago
Died
January 8th, 1996 30 years ago — 27 years old
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Born
April 10th, 1954 72 years ago
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April 10th, 1985 41 years ago
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April 10th, 1929 97 years ago
Died
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