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Helena Paparizou

The "Number One" queen of Greek pop.

Discover the legendary pop hits and global journey of Helena Paparizou, Greece's Eurovision queen.

Genre

Pop / Dance

Region

Sweden / Karditsa

Key Discography

My Number One, Gigolo, An Me Thimasai, Update (2025)

About

Helena Paparizou is a pan-European icon, best known for bringing Greece its first-ever Eurovision victory in 2005 with "My Number One". Born and raised in Sweden, she successfully blended international pop production with Greek ethnic elements. Her career spans over two decades, starting with the duo Antique before her massive solo success. In 2025, she released a highly anticipated commemorative album and embarked on a stadium tour across the Mediterranean. As of 2026, she remains the "Absolute Pop Star" of Greece, serving as a long-standing judge on The Voice of Greece and continuing to release chart-topping hits that dominate the airwaves from Athens to Stockholm.

Diaspora Impact

A global ambassador for modern Greece; she is a massive draw for the diaspora in Scandinavia and Western Europe.

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