Famous Austrian Singers

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Maria von Trapp
(Stepmother and Matriarch of the 'Trapp Family Singers')
Maria von Trapp
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Birthdate: January 26, 1905
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: March 28, 1987

Maria von Trapp was the matriarch of the Austrian singing family, Trapp Family Singers. As a young woman, she married widowed naval commander Georg von Trapp. He already had seven children from his first wife, and the couple had three more. The family began singing together at events and became a popular touring act called the Trapp Family Singers. 

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Conchita Wurst
(Austrian Singer and Drag Queen)
Conchita Wurst
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Birthdate: November 6, 1988
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Gmunden, Austria

Born Thomas Neuwirth, Austrian singer, recording artist, and drag queen faced discrimination as a child because of his sexual orientation.  Around the age of nineteen, he embarked on his singing career, shortly developing the drag persona of a bearded woman called Conchita Wurst, gaining international attention when he won Eurovision Song Contest 2014 with his song Rise Like a Phoenix.

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Falco
(Austrian Singer and Musician)
Falco
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Birthdate: February 19, 1957
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: February 6, 1998

The man behind iconic tracks such as Der Kommisar and Rock Me Amadeus, legendary Austrian singer Johann "Hans" Hölzel, better known as Falco, was one of the best-selling singers from his country. Unfortunately, his career was short-lived, as he died in a car accident shortly before his 41st birthday.

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Constanze Mozart
(Austrian Singer and Biographer )
Constanze Mozart
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Birthdate: January 5, 1762
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Zell im Wiesental, Germany
Died: March 6, 1842
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Theodore Bikel
(Folksinger and Actor Known for His Role as ‘Max Muller’ in the 1958 Film ‘The Defiant Ones')
Theodore Bikel
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Birthdate: May 2, 1924
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: July 21, 2015

Legendary Austrian-American actor Theodore Bikel is best remembered for his Academy Award-nominated portrayal of Sheriff Max Muller in the film The Defiant Ones. He had also ruled the stage with plays such as Fiddler on the Roof. As a folk singer, he sang in 21 languages and also played the guitar.

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Lucia Popp
(Slovak Singer and Actress)
Lucia Popp
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Birthdate: November 12, 1939
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Záhorská Ves, Slovakia
Died: November 16, 1993
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Lotte Lenya
(Austrian-American Actress, Singer, and Diseuse)
Lotte Lenya
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Birthdate: October 18, 1898
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: November 27, 1981
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Johannes von Trapp
(Austrian American Singer)
Johannes von Trapp
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Birthdate: January 17, 1939
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Maria Franziska von Trapp
(Austrian American Singer)
Maria Franziska von Trapp
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Birthdate: September 28, 1914
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Zell am See, Austria
Died: February 18, 2014
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Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
(Classical Soprano and Foremost Singers of 'Lieder')
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
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Birthdate: December 9, 1915
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Jarotschin, Poland
Died: August 3, 2006

Elisabeth Schwarzkopf was a German-born Austro-British singer. Counted among the most important singers of lieder, Schwarzkopf is best remembered for her performances of the operas of Richard Strauss, Wagner, and Mozart. Widely regarded as one of the 20th century's greatest sopranos, Elisabeth Schwarzkopf won many prestigious awards including the Edison Award and the Lilli Lehmann Medal.

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Agathe von Trapp
(Austrian American Singer)
Agathe von Trapp
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Birthdate: March 12, 1913
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Pola, Istria, Austria-Hungary (present-day Pula, Croatia)
Died: December 28, 2010
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Werner von Trapp
(Austrian Singer)
Werner von Trapp
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Birthdate: December 21, 1915
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Zell am See, Austria
Died: October 11, 2007
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Leonie Rysanek
(Austrian Dramatic Soprano)
Leonie Rysanek
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Birthdate: November 14, 1926
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: March 7, 1998
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Martina von Trapp
(Austrian Singer)
Martina von Trapp
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Birthdate: February 17, 1921
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Klosterneuburg, Austria
Died: February 25, 1951
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
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Gundula Janowitz
(Soprano)
Gundula Janowitz
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Birthdate: August 2, 1937
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Berlin, Germany
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Johanna von Trapp
(Austrian Singer)
Johanna von Trapp
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Birthdate: September 7, 1919
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Zell am See, Austria
Died: November 25, 1994
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Hedwig von Trapp
(Austrian Singer)
Hedwig von Trapp
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Birthdate: July 28, 1917
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Zell am See, Austria
Died: September 14, 1972
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Cesár Sampson
(Austrian Model, Dancer, Singer, Songwriter, and Producer)
Cesár Sampson
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Birthdate: August 18, 1983
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Linz, Austria
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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RAF Camora
(Austrian Rapper)
RAF Camora
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Birthdate: June 4, 1984
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Vevey, Switzerland
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Rose May Alaba
(Austrian Singer, Recording Artist, and Songwriter)
Rose May Alaba
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Birthdate: May 26, 1994
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
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Victoria Swarovski
(Austrian Singer, Businesswoman, and Television Presenter)
Victoria Swarovski
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Birthdate: August 16, 1993
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Innsbruck, Austria
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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DJ Otzi
(Austrian Singer)
DJ Otzi
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Birthdate: January 7, 1971
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: St. Johann in Tirol, Austria
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Patrizio Buanne
(Italian-Austrian Singer, Producer, and Songwriter)
Patrizio Buanne
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Birthdate: September 20, 1978
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
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Udo Jürgens
(One of the Best-Selling Austrian Composers and Winner of Eurovision Song Contest 1966 )
Udo Jürgens
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Birthdate: September 30, 1934
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Klagenfurt, Austria
Died: December 21, 2014

Udo Jürgens first gained international acclaim after winning the 1966 Eurovision contest. While the Austrian singer began his career playing at clubs and on radio, he later revolutionized the German pop scene with songs such as Mit 66 Jahren. Buenos Días, Argentina remains one of his best-known songs.

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Friedrich Gulda
(Austrian Pianist and Composer)
Friedrich Gulda
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Birthdate: May 16, 1930
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: January 27, 2000
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Richard Tauber
(Austrian Tenor and Film Actor)
Richard Tauber
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Birthdate: May 16, 1891
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Linz, Austria
Died: January 8, 1948

Richard Tauber was an Austrian tenor and film actor. The son of an actress, he often toured with his mother and developed a love for the theater. He also enjoyed singing and studied at the Hoch Conservatory in Frankfurt. He went on to become a tenor and an actor and also conducted at the Theater an der Wien. 

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Freddy Quinn
(Singer)
Freddy Quinn
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Birthdate: September 27, 1931
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Niederfladnitz, Austria

Austrian singer-actor Freddy Quinn has sung in 12 languages, such as German, French, and English. He soared to fame with his iconic hit Heimweh, which ruled the German charts for 5 months and sold over 8 million copies. His musicals include Freddy, the Guitar and the Sea.

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Mona Wagner
(Austrian Singer and Songwriter)
Mona Wagner
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Birthdate: June 16, 1994
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Austria
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Denise Eisenberg Rich
(Austrian Singer-Songwriter, Philanthropist, Socialite, and Political Fundraiser)
Denise Eisenberg Rich
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Birthdate: January 26, 1944
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
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Lisa Wagner
(Austrian Singer and Songwriter)
Lisa Wagner
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Birthdate: June 16, 1994
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Austria
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Aloysia Weber
(German Soprano)
Aloysia Weber
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Birthdate: 1760 AD
Birthplace: Zell im Wiesental, Germany
Died: June 8, 1839
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Laura Kamhuber
(Austrian Singer)
Laura Kamhuber
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Birthdate: August 8, 1999
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Austria
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Lisa Eckhart
(Austrian Cabaret Artist and Poetry Slammer)
Lisa Eckhart
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Birthdate: September 6, 1992
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Leoben, Austria
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Markus Haider
(Austrian Singer and Actor)
Markus Haider
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Birthdate: July 23, 1974
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
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Peter Alexander
(Actor)
Peter Alexander
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Birthdate: June 30, 1926
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: February 12, 2011

Austrian entertainer Peter Alexander had initially studied medicine but quit as soon as he realized his passion lay in entertainment. Starting his career with plays and cabaret, he eventually graduated to films and live singing. The 10-time Bambi Award winner also hosted the hit Peter Alexander Show on TV.

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Hansi Hinterseer
(Austrian Former Alpine Skier)
Hansi Hinterseer
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Birthdate: February 2, 1954
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Kitzbühel, Austria

Hansi Hinterseer is an Austrian former alpine skier turned singer, actor, and entertainer. As a skier, he won six alpine skiing World Cup races and the silver medal at the world championship in 1974. In the 1980s, he became a technical sports commentator and started a career as a singer and actor in the following decade.  

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Andreas Gabalier
(Austrian Singer)
Andreas Gabalier
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Birthdate: November 21, 1984
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Friesach, Austria
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Penny McLean
(Vocalist)
Penny McLean
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Birthdate: November 4, 1948
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Klagenfurt, Austria

Born Gertrude Wirschinger, Austrian singer Penny McLean initially sang in a duo with her husband, Holger Münzer. She later scored disco hits such as Fly, Robin, Fly, with her trio Silver Convention, and also launched hit solo tracks such as Lady Bump. She has also penned books on spiritual and numerology.

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Ernestine Schumann-Heink
(Austrian-American Opera Singer Who Mostly Appeared in Operas of Wagner and Strauss)
Ernestine Schumann-Heink
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Birthdate: June 15, 1861
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Libeň, Prague, Czechia
Died: November 17, 1936

Austrian-American opera singer Ernestine Schumann-Heink was one of the major interpreters of the operas of Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss from the pre-World War I period. Her best-known role was perhaps that of Erda in Wagner’s Siegfried. She also delivered charitable performances and appeared on radio shows too.

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Left Boy
(Austrian Singer and Producer)
Left Boy
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Birthdate: December 17, 1988
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
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Robert Stadlober
(Actor)
Robert Stadlober
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Birthdate: August 3, 1982
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Friesach, Carinthia, Austria

Robert Stadlober is an Austrian actor and musician who is a member of the Indie band Escorial Gruen. He worked as a voiceover artist for several films as a child and took up acting roles as well. He gained international prominence after playing a disabled teen in the film Crazy. He launched his independent record label, Siluh records, in 2007. 

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Christina Stürmer
(Austrian Singer and Songwriter)
Christina Stürmer
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Birthdate: June 9, 1982
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Linz, Oberosterreich, Austria
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Gussy Holl
(Actress)
Gussy Holl
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Birthdate: February 22, 1888
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Frankfurt, Germany
Died: July 16, 1966
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Marianna Martines
(Singer)
Marianna Martines
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Birthdate: May 4, 1744
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: December 13, 1812
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Walter Berry
(Bass-Baritone)
Walter Berry
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Birthdate: April 8, 1929
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: October 27, 2000
 46 
Madita
(Singer, Actress)
Madita
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Birthdate: January 21, 1978
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
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Christian Anders
(Singer)
Christian Anders
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Birthdate: January 15, 1945
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Bruck an der Mur, Austria
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Ljuba Welitsch
(Soprano)
Ljuba Welitsch
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Birthdate: July 10, 1913
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Slavyanovo, Bulgaria
Died: August 31, 1996
 49 
Willi Forst
(Film actor)
Willi Forst
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Birthdate: April 7, 1903
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria
Died: August 11, 1980
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Liane Haid
(Actress)
Liane Haid
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Birthdate: August 16, 1895
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Vienna, Austria-Hungary
Died: November 28, 2000