Ivo Bobul's long-term partner: how Lilia Sandulesa, a real star of the 80s, has changed

In the 80s, everyone knew the songs of People's Artist of Ukraine Lilia Sandulesa. The singer began performing on the professional stage at the age of 19, arousing the admiration of the domestic audience right away.

In 1977, the singer became a member of the VIA Zhyva Voda, after which she repeatedly participated in various talent competitions to make herself known throughout the country. OBOZ.UA decided to tell you how the star of Ukrainian show business has changed over the years.

Lilia Sandulesa's real success came after her triumphant performance at the All-Union Song of the Year Festival with Volodymyr Bystriakov's track Goncharny Krug. The young artist touched the soul of both listeners and music critics, so her songs were featured in the highest-rated TV programs.

In 1986, the singer became the Dresden Schlager Festival's representative, and a year later she received the honorary title of Honored Artist of Ukraine. At that time, the celebrity was a member of the Serpanky Ensemble of the Chernivtsi Regional Philharmonic, the brass and pop symphony orchestras of Ukraine.

A new stage in the artist's creative development began in 1992 when she formed a duet with Ivo Bobul. As a result of the collaboration, the singers released a large number of popular hits, including "Nesu Sviy Hrest", "Zradzhene Kohannya", "A Lypy Tsitut," and others. The celebrities' relationship was not limited to work. They developed romantic feelings that later grew into a full-fledged marriage. The couple's family life lasted for 10 years, but in 2002 they divorced with a loud scandal and did not contact each other for a long time.

In 1997, the singer was awarded the title of People's Artist of Ukraine. Confirming her honorary status, in 2004 the star released a solo album, Spivaie Lilia Sandulesa, which also emphasized that her talent did not depend on her ex-husband.

Last year, the artist reminded of herself by surprising her fans with unexpected news. Lilia Sandules reunited with her ex-boyfriend Ivo Bobul 20 years after a high-profile breakup. The artists announced that their duo will return to the stage after a long break to delight fans with their legendary hits. On September 10, the concert "Bereh Lyubovi Cherez Roky" will take place at the Palace Ukraine.

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