Биография

Maria Ilieva is recognized as the most successful female vocal artist of the contemporary Bulgarian music scene. For the past 18 years she has proven herself to be an artist of exceptional talent, professionalism and class. From her debut appearance to this very day - her unique talent, outstanding voice, authentic style and influential personality has won her unprecedented admiration from both the public and media, as well as highest professional acclaim among fellow musicians and artists of all generations. 2018 was marked by the birth of Maria’s son Alexander and the release of her first best of album – “Vsichko – The Best of Maria Ilieva”. Featuring 16 of her original songs and four remixes, the greatest hits albums was highly acclaimed by the critics, media and fans. Maria was a judge and mentor on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd consecutive Bulgarian seasons of music show #1 in the world - The X Factor. She is currently part of the judging panel on the first Bulgarian season of The Masked Singer. Forbes Bulgaria ranked her as the most influential female celebrity at their annual list for three consecutive years – 2013, 2014 and 2015. GRAZIA magazine has awarded her five times as a Woman of the Year – in 2006, 2009, 2011, 2013 and 2018. Maria has received over 40 awards for music and style, including 10 awards for “Best female artist”.