Ivo Linna, a renowned Estonian singer and occasional actor, was born on June 12, 1949, in the picturesque town of Kuressaare. With a remarkable career spanning numerous decades, Linna has made a significant impact in the world of music and entertainment.
One of his most notable achievements was representing Estonia alongside Maarja Liis Ilus in the Eurovision Song Contest 1996, held in Oslo. The duo performed the captivating song "Kaelakee Hääl" (The Sound of a Necklace),which ultimately secured a respectable 5th place finish at the esteemed competition.
In addition to his Eurovision experience, Linna has also participated in Eesti Laul, a popular Estonian music competition, on multiple occasions. In 2017, he took part with the song "Suur Loterii" (Big Lottery),which emerged victorious in its semi-final round. However, the song ultimately placed 5th out of ten entries in the final round.
More recently, Linna joined forces with his son Robert Linna and the Estonian band Supernova to compete in Eesti Laul 2021. Together, they performed the emotive song "Ma Olen Siin" (I'm Here),which finished in eleventh place out of the twelve entries in the final round. Despite not achieving the top spot, Linna's continued involvement in Eesti Laul and his dedication to his craft serve as a testament to his enduring passion for music and performance.
