Vaçe Zela: Biography, Facts and Career
Who is Vaçe Zela? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

Vaçe Zela (Albanian pronunciation: [ˈvatʃɛ ˈzɛla]; 7 April 1939 – 6 February 2014) was an Albanian singer and songwriter. She was a leading figure in Albania's music industry and is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Born in Lushnjë and raised in Tirana within Communist Albania, she developed a great interest in music at an early age before embarking on a professional career as a musician in 1962. An eleven-time winner, she built her reputation as a highly successful musician by winning the first edition of Festivali i Këngës as well as her future victories in the festival. Zela is a recipient of significant awards and decorations. She was awarded the Merited Artist Order, People's Artist Order and Honor of Nation Order.
Quick facts about Vaçe Zela
- Full name: Vaçe Zela
- Born: 1939-04-07
- Nationality: Albania
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q287966
Profile compiled from public Wikipedia and Wikidata data. Details can change over time.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Vaçe Zela?
Vaçe Zela (Albanian pronunciation: [ˈvatʃɛ ˈzɛla]; 7 April 1939 – 6 February 2014) was an Albanian singer and songwriter.
What nationality is Vaçe Zela?
Vaçe Zela is Albania.
When was Vaçe Zela born?
Vaçe Zela was born on 1939-04-07.



