Paulina Nikaj

Well-known Albanian folk and pop singer ✰ May 15, 1931, Korçë, Albania ✞ October 13, 2011 Tirana, Albania (laid to rest October 14) 1945 - debuted as singer in 'Kori i Sindikatave' Korçë (Syndicate's Chorus) 1950 - became part of 'Ansambli i Ushtrisë' (The Albanian Army Ensemble) 1957 - 1977 - actor at Estrada Theatre, Tirana 1986 - her last stage appearance in recital concert at Estrada Theatre, Tirana Alongside Anita Take, Rudolf Stambola, Pjetër Gjergji, Nikaj is considered one of the pioneers of Albanian pop music.