Back to Dima Bilan
    Dima Bilan

    Dima Bilan

    Awards & Honours

    8

    Awards Won

    3

    Honours

    2

    Rankings

    3

    Covers

    2

    Records

    Dima Bilan's achievements are marked by historic milestones in Russian music history. He was the first Russian artist to win the Eurovision Song Contest, a feat that elevated the country's profile in the global music arena. His victory in 2008 with "Believe" remains one of the most dominant wins in the contest's history, garnering 272 points. Beyond Eurovision, he has secured multiple awards from major Russian institutions like Muz-TV and RU.TV, recognizing his contribution to pop culture. His ability to sell out arenas across Eastern Europe and Central Asia demonstrates a sustained level of popularity that few artists maintain over two decades.

    Dima Bilan receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    People's Artist of the Russian Federation

    Government of Russia·2011

    Honorary title awarded for outstanding achievements in the arts.

    Key to the City of Moscow

    Moscow City Government·2008

    Awarded in recognition of his cultural contributions and Eurovision victory.

    Key to the City of St. Petersburg

    St. Petersburg City Administration·2009

    Recognized for his impact on the city's cultural scene.

    Rankings & Lists

    #5

    Top Russian Singers of All Time

    Rolling Stone Russia·2020
    #3

    Most Influential Eurovision Winners

    ESCToday·2023

    Magazine Covers

    OK! Magazine

    June 2008

    Eurovision Winner: Dima Bilan

    Kommersant

    May 2008

    The Voice of Russia

    GQ Russia

    September 2010

    Style and Substance

    Records & Feats

    First Russian Eurovision Winner

    Historic First·2008

    Became the first Russian artist to win the Eurovision Song Contest in 2008.

    Highest Points for Russia in Eurovision

    Chart Record·2008

    Scored 272 points with "Believe," the highest score achieved by a Russian entry at the time.