Biography
Irena Wiśniewska-Santor (Polish pronunciation: [iˈrɛna sanˈtɔr]; born 9 December 1934), known professionally as Irena Santor, is a Polish singer, musical performer and actress.
Her career started in 1950. She's noted for singing in clear mezzo-soprano, considered one of Poland's biggest icons and is referred to as an influence for younger singers.
From 1951 to 1959 Irena Santor (then Wiśniewska) was a member and the main soloist of the Polish folk group Mazowsze, with whom she toured all continents. After leaving the group she decided to start a solo career. She has been awarded many prizes in Poland and abroad.
Irena Santor made her acting debut in Stanisław Bareja's film Przygoda z piosenką (1968). She appeared in many TV and radio shows and sat on juries for a number of talent shows and song competitions. The singer also recorded soundtracks to Polish and Soviet films.
In 2017, as the first singer in Poland, she was awarded an honorary doctorate for her accomplishments.
In 2021, she announced that she ended her professional career.
Filmography
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Movies 4
Adventure with a Song (1969)
Klub kawalerów (1962)
Przeciwko bogom (1961)
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Known ForActing
GenderFemale
Birthday1934-12-09 (90 years old)
Birth PlacePapowo Biskupie k. Bydgoszczy, Polska
RelativesŁucja Prus
CitizenshipsPoland
AwardsSilver Cross of Merit, Golden Medal for Merit to Culture, Commander of the Order of Polonia Restituta, Knight of the Order of Polonia Restituta, honorary citizen of Warsaw, "Pro Masovia" Commemorative Medal, Gold Cross of Merit, Award of the Capital City of Warsaw, Medal of Saint Albert Chmielowski, Diamond Microphone, Wiktory, Medal for Merit to Culture, Order of the Smile
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