Alexey Zhigalkovich

Born on April eighteenth, nineteen ninety-six, Alexey Zhigalkovich is a celebrated Belarusian singer who first captured the world's attention at a young age. His remarkable talent was showcased when he participated in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest in two thousand seven, where he emerged victorious with a narrow lead over the Armenian contestant. His winning performance featured the self-penned song 'S druz'yami' (С друзьями), which translates to 'With friends' in Russian, characterized by its fast tempo and energetic dance moves.

Alexey's triumph at the Junior Eurovision made him the second winner from Belarus, following Ksenia Sitnik's success in two thousand five. This achievement not only highlighted his vocal prowess but also marked a significant moment in Belarusian music history.

In addition to his Junior Eurovision victory, Alexey has garnered accolades in various international music competitions. In two thousand five, he performed 'Lo zio Bé' (Дзе каза рогам) at the prestigious Italian song contest Zecchino d'Oro, where he was awarded the Zecchino d'Argento prize for the best non-Italian song. The following year, he continued to shine by securing the second prize for child singers at the Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk, further establishing his reputation as a talented artist.