Saara Aalto

Early Life

Saara Sofia Aalto was born on May 2, 1987, in Oulunsalo, Finland, into a musical family that nurtured her artistic talents from a young age. She began taking piano lessons from the esteemed pianist Olga Maslak and wrote her first song at just five years old. Aalto's early achievements included winning the Kotka Maritime Festival song contest for children at age 11 and the Charlotte Church international singing competition in 2003. After graduating from the Madetoja secondary school for music in 2005, she pursued further studies at the Sibelius Academy and the Helsinki Pop & Jazz Conservatory.

Career

Aalto's career took off in 2007 when she finished in the top three of Talent Suomi, a Finnish talent show. She showcased her versatility as an actress in various musicals, including roles in "Wicked" and "Jesus Christ Superstar." Aalto made two attempts to represent Finland in the Eurovision Song Contest, placing second in both 2011 and 2016. Her single "Blessed with Love" gained significant attention, especially in China, where she found considerable success. Over the years, she has released several albums, including "Blessed With Love" and "Wild Wild Wonderland," and numerous singles that highlight her pop music genre.

Personal Life

Aalto's personal life has been as vibrant as her career. She was in a long-term relationship with singer Teemu Roivainen, which ended in 2013, but they continued to collaborate musically. Later, she found love with Meri Sopanen, a personal trainer, and life coach. The couple became engaged in 2016 and married in April 2020, although their wedding ceremony was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They celebrated their union in Italy in June 2023, marking a joyful chapter in Aalto's life.