Zdravko Zhelyazkov

Pop Singer

Birthday January 20, 1953

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Bulgaria

Age 71 years old

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About

Bulgarian pop-singer better known as Zdravko who was a finalist on VIP Brother 7 in 2015. He is part of the pop-duo Riton with Ekaterina "Katya" Mihaylova who also appeared on the show with him. They are one of the most popular Bulgarian duets of all time. Some of their hit songs include: "Fire and Smoke", "Duet Riton" and "The Way to Your Heart". In 2001, they were voted Duo of the Year by Melo TV Mania. 

Before Fame

He is originally from Momchilgrad, Bulgaria. He and Katya met in the National Academy of Music, where he was a graduate of the Variety Department. He and Katya created their group in 1977, and the original name was "Studio 2". They began their first tour in Poland in 1978.

Trivia

They have received awards for their songs, "Fire and Smoke", "Pirate Ship" and "It's Better With Friends". In 2005, they celebrated their 30-year anniversary with a concert at the National Palace of Culture and also released the album, Two Stars. He is a fan of soccer.

Family Life

He and Katya are also partners in real life. 

Associated With

They are often invited by friends Alla Pugacheva and Philip Kirkorov to perform in Russia.