Ruslana
Ukrainian singer and public figure
Ruslana Stepanivna Lyzhychko, known as Ruslana, is a Ukrainian singer, composer, producer, and public figure. She was born on May 24, 1973, in Lviv. Ruslana gained widespread popularity through her combination of modern pop music with ethnic motifs and energetic stage performances.
Ruslana is one of the most famous Ukrainian artists in the world and a symbol of Ukraine's cultural breakthrough on the international stage. She has also actively participated in the country's social and political life.
1996
Ruslana began her professional music career
2003
The album "Wild Dances" was released, bringing her great popularity
2004
Ruslana won the Eurovision Song Contest
2005
Awarded the title of People's Artist of Ukraine
2014
Actively supported the events of the Revolution of Dignity
2021
Ruslana continues her musical and public activities
2025
Remains one of Ukraine's most influential cultural figures
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Conquered Eurovision 2004 together with Ruslana - ballet soloist of "Life" Oleksandr Harbarchuk died
The cause of the artist's death was stomach cancer. Harbarchuk fought the disease for a long time, but he could not be saved.
Society • July 21, 11:07 AM • 4722 views
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Economy • May 19, 11:20 AM • 17017 views
The final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest kicks off in Vienna. Ukraine will perform at number 7
Ukraine's representative LELÉKA will perform seventh in the Eurovision final in Vienna. 25 countries will compete for victory, with Finland being the favorite.
Culture • May 16, 07:00 PM • 10615 views
Flawless Ukrainian - Eurovision 2026 participants performed Ruslana's "Wild Dances"
Croatia's representatives at Eurovision 2026 performed the hit Wild Dances for the official TikTok contest. The artists presented a folk-pop version of the song.
Culture • March 27, 03:09 AM • 71926 views