Who is Atvara? Meet Latvia’s Eurovision 2026 entry

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The second semi-final of Eurovision 2026 is underway, and now it’s Latvia’s turn to perform – they’re ninth to take the stage!

Latvia previously won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2002, and this year, Atvara is aiming to win the country’s second title.

The singer aims to impress both the judges and the TV audience with her empowering performance, hoping to win against the other 34 contestants.

With Eurovision underway, read on for everything you need to know about Latvia’s 2026 entry.

Who is Latvia Eurovision 2026 entry Atvara?

Instagram: @atvara.liene

TikTok: @atvara

Liene Atvara, who performs as Atvara, is a singer and songwriter. She developed a love for music as a child, and her mother nurtured this by enrolling her in music school.

Atvara began her performing career by appearing on Latvian talent shows like Dziedošās ģimenes and Koru kari. In 2017, she auditioned for the Latvian version of The X Factor, but wasn’t selected to continue in the competition.

Atvara became well-known after her song, Pie Manis Tveries, became popular on TikTok and was played on the show Nelūgtie Viesi. Since then, she’s successfully sold out several concerts and even helped host the GAMMA music awards.

How old is Atvara?

Atvara is 28 years old.

What nationality is Atvara?

Atvara is Latvian and was born and raised in Liepāja in western Latvia.

What has Atvara said about representing Latvia at Eurovision 2026?

After winning and earning a place in Eurovision, she said it’s a huge undertaking, but she’s committed to handling it well. She plans to rely on her mentors to fully process the significance of this moment, rather than becoming complacent. She’s prioritizing her mental well-being to navigate the challenges ahead and stay grounded throughout this exciting, but potentially overwhelming, experience.

What is Latvia’s Eurovision 2026 song called?

Latvia will be represented at the competition by Atvara, performing her song “Ēnā,” which she co-wrote with Jānis ‘JJ Lush’ Jačmenkins.

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Where did Latvia come in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest?

Latvia placed 13th at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, earning 158 points. The group Tautumeitas represented the country.

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The Eurovision Song Contest has received a lot of criticism for letting Israel compete this year, given the current war happening in Gaza.

Several countries are choosing not to participate in this year’s contest because the organization in charge, the European Broadcasting Union, decided against banning Israel from competing.

In December 2025, the EBU held a meeting where members voted to create rules preventing governments or outside groups from unfairly pushing certain songs to sway voting results. However, they did not vote on whether Israel would be allowed to participate.

The European Broadcasting Union announced that most of its members decided another vote on whether to continue with the Eurovision Song Contest wasn’t necessary. They confirmed the 2026 contest will go ahead as scheduled, with extra safety measures added.

After that announcement, Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Iceland all stated they would not be competing in Eurovision this year.

Ireland’s public broadcaster, RTÉ, has stated that it believes it’s inappropriate to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest this year due to the devastating loss of life and ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which continues to endanger civilians.

The BBC, the UK broadcaster of the competition, backs the EBU’s decision. In a statement, they explained it’s about following the competition’s rules and ensuring everyone feels welcome.

The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 final will take place on Saturday 16 May 2026.

You can find a complete list of Eurovision winners, and also see how many times the United Kingdom has been victorious in the competition.

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Katelyn MensahSenior Entertainment Writer

Katelyn Mensah writes about entertainment for TopMob, covering everything from popular TV shows and reality competitions to important documentaries. Before joining TopMob, she worked at The Tab, where she focused on reality TV and celebrity news. Katelyn has a degree in Journalism.

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2026-05-14 09:16