Agnes Carlsson

About

Swedish singer who rose to fame after winning the second season of Swedish Idol. Her single, "Release Me," gained international acclaim.

Before Fame

She sang in her school choir and took voice lessons before auditioning for Idol in 2005 at the age of seventeen.

Trivia

She competed in Melodifestivalen 2009, a large music competition, and came in eighth place overall.

Family Life

She got engaged to singer Vincent Pontare in 2013.

Associated With

She has frequently cited Stevie Wonder among her musical influences growing up.