Oliver Dragojević

Oliver Dragojević is one of the most popular Croatian pop singers. A native of Vela Luka from the island of Korčula, he emerged onto the music scene in the 1970s thanks to the popular Split Festival, one of several musical annual events which began in the former Yugoslavia and still is being held in Croatia today. His speciality was music influenced by Dalmatian Folklore. His first domestic hit was called "Picaferaj" in 1967. Most of his early songs were written by popular songwriter Zdenko Runjić. One of the most famous was "Nadalina" which also featured actor Boris Dvornik, and the popular Dalmatian anthems "Galeb i ja" and "Skalinada". Dragojević maintained his popularity in ensuing decades, while in the 1990s his songs became less influenced by domestic folk and more by global music trends. At that time he was often referenced as Croatia's oldest pop star. After his collaboration with Zdenko Runjić, he recorded several more albums that proved to be popular with his fan base. Today, Oliver is still active on the Croatian music scene often recognized as one of the country's most popular singers and musicians.

Oliver Dragojević is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 6 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Trace into Infinity (2018), Oliver & Hauser - Live in Split 2014 (2014), Zoffski Grč (2013), Dora: Croatia's Eurovision National Selection (1993), The Circus of the Seven Young Men (1981), Oliver Dragojević in Olympia Hall (2006). The recorded credits span 1981 to 2018, including 5 movies and 1 TV show. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.