Roko Blažević

Early Life

Roko Blažević was born in Split, Croatia, to a musical family. His mother, Marija Saratlija-Blažević, and father, Mario Blažević, both sang in the klapa genre, fostering a rich musical environment for Roko and his brother, who plays the upright bass. Roko's early exposure to music undoubtedly shaped his artistic journey, and he later found himself in the spotlight alongside his ex-girlfriend, Andrea Aužina, who also participated in the same season of the talent show Zvijezde.

Career

Roko's career took off when he won the Serbian reality show Pinkove Zvezdice in July 2017. He continued to gain recognition in Croatia, finishing second in the reality show Zvijezde in December 2018. His big break came on February 16, 2019, when he won Dora 2019 with his song "The Dream," which led him to represent Croatia at the Eurovision Song Contest 2019. Although he did not qualify for the finals, placing 14th in the semi-final, his participation marked a significant milestone in his career. Roko continues to perform and connect with audiences, including a concert with Klapa More in Manhattan Beach, California, on June 1, 2024, celebrating Croatian Cultural Heritage Month.