Famous Romanian Singers

Inna is a Romanian songwriter and singer who achieved popularity after releasing her debut studio album Hot, which was certified Platinum and Gold. Over the years, she has received several awards, such as MTV Europe Music Awards, Romanian Music Awards, and Balkan Music Awards. Also a human rights activist, Inna supports LGBT and children's rights. 

Laura Bretan is a Romanian-American soprano who came into prominence in 2016 when she won the sixth season of the popular TV show, Romania's Got Talent. In the same year, Laura Bretan also appeared in America's Got Talent where she finished sixth.

Delia Matache is a Romanian singer-songwriter. Over the years, she has released several hit singles, establishing herself as one of the most popular and successful Romanian singers. Delia Matache has also won several prestigious awards, such as Media Music Awards and Radio România Actualități Awards.

Loredana Groza is a Romanian singer best known for trying her hand at various music styles and genres. She came into prominence in 1987, when she released her controversial debut single Bună seara, iubito. Although the song was banned in Romania for its controversial lyrics, it became one of her signature songs.

Maria Tanase was a Romanian actress and singer. A versatile singer, Tănase's music ranged from operetta to traditional Romanian music. During her long and illustrious career, Maria Tănase became known as Romania's national diva. She was admired for her voice, charisma, originality, and good looks. She is widely regarded as one of the 20th century's major cultural icons.

Tudor Chirilă is a Romanian actor, composer, musician, and producer. He achieved popularity as the lead singer of a band named Vama Veche. Apart from his work as an actor and singer, Tudor Chirilă is also known for his social work. In 2005, he initiated a campaign called Live pentru viață, which aimed at gathering donations for flood victims.

Madalina Manole was a Romanian singer and actress. A pop recording artist, Manole has been associated with various labels throughout her career. Some of her best known albums include Fată dragă, Happy New Year, Trăiesc pentru tine, and 09 Mădălina Manole.

Alina Eremia is a Romanian TV personality and singer. She is best known for her association with the LaLa band. In 2005, she took part in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest as part of the band. Alina Eremia is widely regarded as one of the most popular Romanian singers of her generation.

Joseph Schmidt was a Romanian and Austro-Hungarian Jewish actor and tenor. At the peak of his career, Schmidt came up with several best-selling recordings. His records were sold in many European countries and also in the English-speaking world. As an actor, Schmidt played important roles in films like My Song Goes Round the World and A Star Fell from Heaven.

Horia Brenciu is a Romanian singer, entertainer, television host, and philanthropist. He is best known as the host of the Romanian version of the popular TV show, Dancing with the Stars. Over the course of his career, Horia Brenciu has established himself as a popular TV host of children's shows, such as Kiki Riki Miki and Tip Top Minitop.

Romanian singer, presenter, and actor Dan Bittman has been the lead vocalist for the groups Holograf and IRIS. The hard rock and pop rock musician has also represented Romania in the Eurovision contest and has hosted the show Dănutz SRL. He is also a recipient of the Order of Cultural Merit.

Romanian-American singer, actor, director, and producer Margareta Pâslaru is an icon of Romanian light pop music. She is also well-versed in the piano and ballet and is a trained painter, too. She has appeared in movies such as Veronica and Melodii, melodii and is also an honorary member of UNICEF and UNESCO Romania.

Romanian musician and actor Tudor Gheorghe is also one of the finest 20th-century poets from his country. Born to an Iron Guard member, he gained fame for his anti-communist activism and was later forced to take a 4-year hiatus by the Communist authorities. He later received the Order of the Star of Romania.

Romanian singer, actor, and TV star Răzvan Fodor has been the lead vocalist of the Romania rock band Krypton. His track Lasa-mi speranta became a European hit. He has also hosted MasterChef România and been part of movies such as Milionari de weekend and series such as Pacatele Evei.

Romanian actor and singer Adela Popescu is best known for as Alina Damaschin from what is known as Romania’s first soap, Numai iubirea, or Only Love. She is also known for her tracks such as Aniela and Lacrimi de iubire and has collaborated with DJ Project, too. She is married to actor/presenter Radu Valcan.

Maria von Tasnady was a Hungarian actress and singer. She is perhaps best remembered for her portrayal of Carla Berti in the 1942 Italian war film Bengasi. She also appeared in several German films over the course of her career. After the Second World War, Maria von Tasnady started working for Radio Free Europe.