Biography
Who is Ira Losco?
Early career and music
Ira Losco attended St Aloysius College before launching her professional music path. She began performing with a band called Tiara during the early stages of her career, exploring styles within alternative rock and pop music. The group eventually disbanded just a few months after she represented her country at the 2002 Eurovision Song Contest in Tallinn. Her musical foundation helped her establish a significant presence in the Maltese music scene as a solo artist.
Eurovision success
The singer achieved major success in 2002 when she entered the Eurovision Song Contest with the track 7th Wonder. She finished in second place, which stands as one of the best results for her country to this day. Years later, she returned to the competition in 2016 to perform Walk on Water.
After winning the national selection process with over forty percent of the public vote, she competed in the final round and placed twelfth out of twenty-six countries. Her participation involved significant production efforts, including a budget increase to support the performance and a dress designed by Alex Zabotto-Bentley.
Career and performance highlights
Over her career, Ira has accumulated more than twenty music awards. She has performed in front of audiences ranging from 1,000 to 80,000 people. Her stage experience includes playing alongside international acts such as Elton John, Katie Melua, Maroon 5, Akon, Melanie C, Ronan Keating, Bob Geldof, Tokio Hotel, and Gigi D'Alessio.
In 2008, the state honored her with the Midalja għall-Qadi tar-Repubblika. She expanded her professional profile by serving as a judge on the inaugural season of X Factor Malta in 2018 and returning for the following season. To mark her fifteenth year in the industry, she released a double album titled No Sinner No Saint. Beyond music, she has worked in advertising for brands including Guess, McDonald's Salad Plus, and Vodafone.
Personal life and activism
Ira married Sean Gravina in December 2019. The couple welcomed their son, Harry, in August 2016, and their daughter, Gigi, in November 2020. Alongside her music career, the performer is an active supporter of social causes in Malta. She frequently advocates for LGBT rights and participates in anti-bullying campaigns.
In 2014, she received a nomination for the first LGBTI Community Awards held by the Malta Gay Rights Movement, reflecting her public stance on equality. She even organized an LGBT-friendly party in Stockholm during the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest to support acceptance.
Birthday and age
Ira Losco was born on July 31, 1981, which makes Ira 45 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Ira shares the date with 35 other famous people.
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