Gigliola Cinquetti

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Gigliola Cinquetti holds a special place in Eurovision history as the first Italian winner, a record that stood for decades and inspired generations of Italian artists. Her victory in 1964 at age sixteen remains one of the youngest in the contest's history. She is also one of the few artists to have participated in Eurovision as a contestant, hostess, and interval act, demonstrating her enduring connection to the event. Her music has transcended borders, with Non ho l'età becoming an anthem of youthful hope.

AwardsGigliola Cinquetti won the Sanremo Music Festival in 1964 and the Eurovision Song Contest the same year, making her the first Italian to take the Eurovision title. These two victories remain the most significant awards of her career.

Records & Feats

First Italian winner of the Eurovision Song Contest

Historic First·1964

Gigliola Cinquetti became the first Italian to win Eurovision in 1964, a historic achievement for Italy.

Youngest female winner of Eurovision at the time

Career Milestone·1964

At 16, she was the youngest female solo winner in Eurovision history, a record that stood for many years.