Sanna Nielsen

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Sanna Nielsen's career is a testament to persistence and talent. She has been a constant presence in Swedish music for over three decades, starting as a child star and evolving into a respected vocalist and television host. Her Melodifestivalen victory in 2014 was a crowning achievement, and her third-place finish at Eurovision remains one of Sweden's best results in the 2010s. Beyond competition, she has hosted one of Sweden's most beloved TV programs, Allsång på Skansen, endearing herself to millions of viewers. Her ability to reinvent herself while staying true to her musical roots is remarkable.

AwardsSanna Nielsen's most significant award is her victory at Melodifestivalen in 2014, which earned her the right to represent Sweden at Eurovision. While she has not received major international music awards, her long career in Swedish music has been recognized with several local honors, including being named "Årets schlagerartist" by Swedish media. Her Eurovision third-place finish is often cited as one of Sweden's best results in recent years.

Records & Feats

Youngest artist to have a hit single in Sweden

Career Milestone·1995

At age eleven, she had a top-ten hit with 'Till En Fågel'.

Most Melodifestivalen appearances before winning

Career Milestone·2014

Won on her seventh attempt, a record for the competition.