Vera Kekelia is a bright star of Ukrainian show business. The fact that Vera would sing became clear even in her school years. At a young age, not knowing English, the girl sang the legendary songs of Whitney Houston. “Not a single word fit, but a well-chosen intonation ...”, said Kekelia's mother.
Vera Varlamovna Kekelia was born on May 5, 1986 in Kharkov. The girl has repeatedly taken part in music shows, programs and competitions. The singer managed to please the audience with bright performances. However, she left the stage with prestigious awards.
After graduation, it was time to choose a profession. Parents, although they saw creative inclinations in their daughter, wanted to see their daughter as a serious specialist. After graduating from school, the girl entered the Kharkov Civil Engineering Institute with a degree in Finance.
Kharkov Civil Engineering Institute met the girl with open arms. But instead of studying at a university, she plunged headlong into the wonderful world of music.
Vera was invited to the Kharkov musical group "Suzir'ya". A few months after the rehearsals, the group went to the prestigious Black Sea Games music festival, where the guys won the Grand Prix.
We can assume that from that moment the creative path of the performer Vera Kekelia began. True, until the moment of recognition will have to wait a few years.
Creative career of Vera Kekelia
In 2010, there was the formation of Kekelia as a singer. Then the beginning star started under the creative pseudonym Vera Varlamova. The singer managed to reach the finals of the Superstar television project.
On the project, the girl was noticed by the popular Ukrainian producer Yuri Nikitin, who invited her to become part of the A. R. M. I. I.".
The period of work in the Ukrainian team "A. R. M. I. I." Vera Kekelia remembers with special love and gratitude. According to her, there was a very friendly atmosphere in the group, and during this time she learned a lot, gained experience in show business:
“When I worked with the girls in the group, I often encountered some discomfort. These were my first steps in show business, which made me stronger. But I only realized this now. For example, the group adopted more sexy outfits, and I didn't wear a mini at all. In addition, in terms of dancing, I was an absolute “zero”. Everything needed to be learned. I am very glad that I did not turn off the stage. Although there were such plans…,” recalls Vera Kekelia.
After 5 years, Kekelia left the A. R. M. I. I.". In one of the interviews, the girl admitted that the reason for leaving was a pleasant event - she was getting married. However, the girl's plans did not come true. The couple broke up a few months before the official marriage.
A little later, Vera admitted that the true reason for leaving was the desire to develop as a solo singer. She has already reached the level that would allow her to realize her plans.
In 2016, the performer appeared on stage, but already as part of the Alexander Fokin Jazz Orchestra - Radioband. It was a worthy return to the stage.
Participation of Vera Kekelia in the project "Voice of the Country"
In 2017, the singer took part in the popular Ukrainian project "Voice of the Country". The singer performed the composition of Kuzma Scriabin "Sleep yourself". Vera managed to declare herself as a strong performer. At blind auditions, all the coaches turned to her. Kekelia got into the team of Sergey Babkin and became the superfinalist of the project.
Participation in the Ukrainian project gave an incentive to develop further. By the way, it was on the project that Vera met her soul mate. The singer's heart was taken by Roman Duda. The couple legalized their relationship in 2017.
Since 2018, the singer has performed under the pseudonym Vera Kekelia. Since this period, she has positioned herself as a solo singer. celebrity says:
“My plans are to write musical compositions that would inspire people and support them in those moments when they are having a hard time. I have a similar playlist that I turn on when I'm feeling down or just in a bad mood. You click on “play”, listen to your playlist and your soul becomes a little warmer. It is important for me that my songs carry light and enrich the listeners…”.
Soon the singer presented her debut track, which was called “Look Like”. The performer dedicated the lyrical song to her beloved husband Roman. It is noteworthy that Vera wrote the words and music herself. Soon, Kekelia also presented a video clip for the composition, in which she appeared before the audience in a seductive way.
At the same time, in collaboration with the artist's husband and musician Roman Duda, the joint track "Toby" was released. The couple presented a musical composition for an important date - the first wedding anniversary. After the presentation of the song, the couple released a video clip. Users compared the clip to a short film about love.
2018 has been a year of discovery. Vera Kekelia managed to open up not only as a solo artist, but also as an actress and comedian. Her debut took place on the stage of the project "Quarter 95" "Women's Quarter". Vera fully revealed her humorous side.
Participation of Vera Kekelia in the National Selection for the Eurovision Song Contest
In 2019, Vera Kekelia took part in the National Selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. The audience considered the singer as the winner. Vera has already taken part in the national selection for the competition as part of the team “A. R. M. I. I. ”, so I took into account all the nuances.
However, victory was not on her side. Despite the brilliant and memorable performance, the singer failed to win.
In 2019, the musical piggy bank was replenished with songs: Wow!, LADY'S CHRISTMAS, Perlina. Vera Kekelia released colorful video clips for these tracks.
In 2020, the singer presented the clip "Outlet", in which she appeared before the audience with a rounded tummy. This confirmed the information about the pregnancy of the singer.
Personal life of Vera Kekelia
On May 1, 2020, the first-born was born in the family, who was named Ivan. “We met… Vanechka, son, welcome to this beautiful world!” – this was the inscription under the photo of Vera Kekelia together with the baby.
On April 29, 2020, Vera and her husband Roman (at the request of their fans) performed the most popular tracks online. The musicians had to cancel a number of concerts due to the coronavirus pandemic. Thus, they wanted to support the "fans".
