Biography
Who is Aygün Kazimova?
Early life and education
Born in Baku, Azerbaijan, Aygün Kazimova is the youngest of four children. After she finished high school, she briefly attended the Maarif Technicum of Arts. She left that institution in 1986. During this early period, she performed with the youth band Gaya.
Professional music career
Aygün Kazimova launched her professional solo career in 1988. This followed her first-place victory at the Baki Payizi-88 music contest. She continued competing throughout the region, receiving an award at the Yurmala music competition in 1989 and earning distinction at The Voice of Asia contest in 1992.
She released her debut album in 1997, titled Sevgi Gülləri, which contained fourteen tracks. Over the course of her career, the artist has recorded ten albums and several EPs, including Duy and Ya v Nirvane. She also wrote and performed the official anthem for the 2012 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup held in her home country.
Acting and television work
Beyond her musical pursuits, Aygün Kazimova has built a career as an actress and television personality. In 2005, she performed the lead role in the musical Khari Bulbullar, a production directed by Arif Gaziyev. That same year, she appeared as Sanam in the film adaptation of the play Meshadi Ibad.
She has hosted several television programs throughout her career. Her work as a performer encompasses multiple genres, including pop, jazz, folk, and mugham. These contributions led to her being named an Honored Artist of the Republic of Azerbaijan in 2001 and later receiving the title of People's Artist of Azerbaijan.
Personal life and relationships
Aygün Kazimova married Ibrahim Ibrahimov in 1989, and the couple had a daughter named Ilgara in 1990. They divorced the following year. She later married Rza Guliyev in 1994, but they separated in 1996. Between 2001 and 2002, she was in a relationship with the Turkish actor and model Mert Kılıç. She was also involved with the meykhana singer Namig Garachukhurlu from 2004 until they confirmed their separation in August 2010. In 2016, she confirmed a relationship with Farhad Aliyev, though she announced later that year that the partnership had ended.
Birthday and age
Aygün Kazimova was born on January 26, 1971, which makes Aygün 55 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Aygün shares the date with 68 other famous people.
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