Anna Vesi is a famous Cypriot singer, songwriter and actress who has had a major impact in Greece and Cyprus.
She was born in Larnaca, Cyprus, on December 20, 1957, and began her music career in 1973 after moving to Greece. Vesey gained early recognition for her powerful voice and energetic performances.
She first came to public attention in 1977 when her song won first place at the Thessaloniki Song Festival “As Kanoume Apopse Mian Arhi.”
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- Full name: Anna Vesey
- Date of birth: December 20, 1957
- Age: 68 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Larnaca, Cyprus
- Nationality: Cypriot-Greece
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter, actor
- Height: 1.68m
- Parents: Nestor Vesey, Sophia Vesey
- Siblings: Leah Vesey, Nikki Vesey
- Spouse: Nikos Karvelas (point)
- Children: Sofia Cavellas
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Greek Cypriot
- Net worth: $20 million
early life and education
Anna Vesey is 66 years old. She was born on December 20, 1957 in Larnaca, Cyprus. Her father, Nestor Vissis, owned a small supermarket, and her mother, Sophia Vissi, was a housewife who loved to sing, a passion she passed on to her daughters.
Anna has two sisters, Leah Vesey and Nikki Vesey. Lia Vissi is also a singer, songwriter and composer, best known for her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest.
She began formal music studies at the age of six and later formed a band with her sisters called the Vesey Sisters, performing at local festivals. After completing her high school education, her family moved to Athens, where she pursued a musical career.
In Athens, Vesey signed her first recording contract at the age of 16 and quickly became famous. Her early work included collaborations with various artists and participation in music competitions showcasing her vocal talents.
personal life
Anna Vissi was previously married to composer Nikos Karvelas, with whom she collaborated extensively throughout her career. The couple had a daughter, Sophia, but later divorced.
Profession
Anna Vissi’s career spans more than four decades and includes many successful albums and singles in various genres such as laïko, pop and dance music. After moving to Greece in the early 1970s, she quickly established herself as a leading artist. Her breakthrough came with the release of the album as Kanoume Apopse Mian Arhi 1977.
Over the years, she has released multiple platinum albums and received numerous awards for her contributions to music. In addition to her music career, Vesey has appeared on television as a host and judge on various shows. Her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1982 further increased her popularity.
Awards
- Sixth Arion Music Awards
- Fifteen Pop Corn Music Awards
- Nine MAD Music Video Awards
- Obtained multiple platinum and gold certifications from IFPI Greece
net worth
Anna Vissi has had a successful career as one of Greece’s best-selling artists, and her net worth is estimated at $20 million.
social media
- Instagram: @annavissi
- Twitter: @anna_vissi
film chronology
- I’m Agapiana (1994)
- Anna Vesi: Oso Exo Foni (2011)
discography
- as Kanoume Apopse Mian Arhi (1977)
- Anna Vesey (1982)
- climate (1996)
- Trafma (1997)
- call me (2005)
- Apagorefmeno (2009)
