Marta Kubišová
Marta Kubišová (born 4 November 1938) is a Czech singer and actress. She is one of the most popular Czech singers of all time, and her career has spanned over five decades.
Kubišová was born in České Budějovice, Czechoslovakia. She began singing in her teens, and in 1960 she joined the band Golden Kids. The band was very successful, and Kubišová quickly became a household name.
In the early 1970s, Kubišová began to speak out against the communist regime in Czechoslovakia. This led to her being blacklisted by the government, and she was unable to perform or record for several years.
After the Velvet Revolution in 1989, Kubišová was able to resume her career. She has since released several albums, and she continues to perform live.
Kubišová is known for her powerful voice and her emotional performances. She has been praised by critics for her ability to connect with her audience.
In addition to her singing career, Kubišová has also appeared in several films and television shows. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the Czech Lion Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
Kubišová is a national icon in the Czech Republic. She is admired for her courage and her commitment to freedom. She is also a role model for young people, and she inspires them to stand up for what they believe in.
Here are some of Kubišová's most famous songs:
- "Modlitba pro Martu" (A Prayer for Marta)
- "Lásko má, já stůňu" (My Love, I'm Sick)
- "Píseň pro malíře" (Song for a Painter)
- "Nezávislost" (Independence)
- "Ave Maria"
Kubišová has also appeared in the following films and television shows:
- "Starci na chmelu" (Old Men on Hops)
- "Šíleně smutná princezna" (The Terribly Sad Princess)
- "Nesmrtelná teta" (The Immortal Aunt)
- "Arabela"
- "The Return of Arabela"
Kubišová has won the following awards:
- Czech Lion Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role
- Golden Nightingale Award
- Anděl Award for Lifetime Achievement
