Biography
Who is Sopho Khalvashi?
Early Life and Background
Sopho Khalvashi was born in Batumi, Georgia, on May 31, 1986. She comes from a Laz heritage, which is a significant part of her cultural background.
Growing up in Georgia, she developed an interest in electronic music and pursued a career as a professional singer. Her early life in Batumi laid the foundation for her future career in the music industry.
Eurovision Song Contest
Sopho Khalvashi represented her home nation at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2007. She performed the song Visionary Dream, which was originally titled My Story.
Her participation marked the very first entry for Georgia in the contest. She competed in the semi-final on May 10, 2007, finishing in eighth place to secure a spot in the final. In the final on May 12, 2007, she finished in 12th place and earned maximum points from Lithuania.
Years later, in 2024, she returned to the Eurovision stage to announce the Georgian jury results during the grand final.
Musical Career and Television Work
Before her Eurovision appearance, Sopho Khalvashi claimed third prize at the New Wave song contest in 2006 held in Jūrmala, Latvia. Following this success, she signed a contract with the Russian management agency ARS, which was led by composer Igor Krutoy.
After returning to Georgia, she received an offer from the Imedi TV channel. She began hosting the local talent show On Imedi's Waves, expanding her presence in the Georgian entertainment industry.
Public Service and Family Life
In November 2018, Sopho Khalvashi took on a role outside of the entertainment industry when she was appointed Deputy Mayor of her home city of Batumi.
In her personal life, she is married to Mikheil Dzodzuashvili. Her husband is the son of Revaz Dzodzuashvili, who is a former football player and manager. Together, Sopho and her husband have two daughters.
Birthday and age
Sopho Khalvashi was born on May 31, 1986, which makes Sopho 40 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Sopho shares the date with 30 other famous people.
