Artist dossier
Ingvar Wixell
Origin: Sweden. Cross-linked to every Eurovision entry featuring this artist.
Karl Gustaf Ingvar Wixell was a Swedish baritone who had an active international career in operas and concerts from 1955 to 2003. He mostly sang roles from the Italian repertory, and, according to The New York Times, "was best known for his steady-toned, riveting portrayals of the major baritone roles of Giuseppe Verdi — among them Rigoletto, Simon Boccanegra, Amonasro in Aida, and Germont in La traviata". He was the Swedish entrant in the Eurovision Song Contest 1965.
- Participations
- 1
- Countries Represented
- 1
- Best Result
- 10
Eurovision Entries
| Year | Country | Artist · Song | Pos | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 |  Sweden | Ingvar Wixell Absent Friend
| 10 | 6 |