Sandra Cretu
Also known as Sandra, Sandra Ann Lauer, Sandra Menges
- Born
- May 18, 1962age 64
- height
- 5'7" (or 169 cm)
- body type
- Slim
- nationality
- German), (French
Career
Active 1976 – present
Biography
About Sandra Cretu
Sandra Cretu, born Sandra Ann Lauer on 18 May 1962 in Saarbrücken, Germany, is a German pop singer who became one of the most successful European artists of the 1980s. She started her career at age 14 in 1976, and her voice defined an era of synth-pop. With over 33 million records sold, she is often cited as the most successful German female vocalist of her time. Her breakthrough came in 1985 with "(I'll Never Be) Maria Magdalena," followed by hits like "In the Heat of the Night" and "Everlasting Love." Her albums Into a Secret Land and Close to Seven earned critical acclaim.
Before going solo, Sandra was the lead singer of the all-female disco trio Arabesque, a group that gained a massive following in Japan and the Soviet Union. She also lent her vocals to the Enigma project between 1990 and 2001, which produced top 10 hits in North America and the UK. During the height of her popularity, she outsold Madonna in several countries. Sandra's music has left a lasting impression on Continental Europe's pop landscape, and she retains a devoted cult following. She is of German and French nationality, stands at 5'7" with a slim build, and has natural brown hair and eyes. Born on Friday, May 18, 1962, she continues to be an influential figure in the industry. She is straight, of Caucasian ethnicity, and has no tattoos or piercings. Her Instagram following stands at 44,000. She is now 64 years old and has been active for 50 years, a remarkable career that spans decades of changing musical trends. Her real bra cup size is 36D. She has remained a beloved icon for fans who grew up with her music.
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Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1976-present (started around 14 years old; 50 years active)
- Birthplace
- Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Bra/Cup Size
- 36D show conversions - UK: 36D, EU: 80D, AU: 14D, JP: 80D
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
- Tattoos
- none
- Piercings
- none
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 44k (as of May 2026)
Frequently asked
How did Sandra start her music career?
Sandra began her career in 1976 at age 14, initially as the lead singer of the all-female disco trio Arabesque, which gained massive popularity in Japan and the Soviet Union.
What was Sandra's involvement with Enigma?
From 1990 to 2001, Sandra provided vocals on album releases of the Enigma project, which achieved top 10 hits in North America and the UK.
How does Sandra's sales compare to Madonna's?
During the height of her popularity, Sandra outsold Madonna in a number of countries, contributing to her status as the most successful German female vocalist.
Did you know
- Sandra started her professional career at age 14, in 1976, and has been active for 50 years.
- She is of both German and French nationality, born in Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany.
- Sandra provided vocals for the Enigma project between 1990 and 2001, which had top 10 hits in North America and the UK.
- Her albums Into a Secret Land and Close to Seven received high critical acclaim.
- With sales exceeding 33 million records, she is considered the most successful German female vocalist.
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