Serbian singer Goca Božinovska turns 61, recalling iconic look and love story

Goca Božinovska, a staple of the Serbian music scene for more than three decades, remains instantly recognisable by her long black hair, a trademark she has kept unchanged aside from occasional bangs. Her personal life is marked by a highly publicised romance with former Belgrade “asphalt” figure Zoran Šijan, whom she described as her lifelong love. The couple had two children, Mirko and Zorana, and Šijan’s death led Božinovska to withdraw briefly from the public eye before returning to the stage. Now 61, she continues to perform and is celebrated for both her enduring vocal career and the legendary status of her past relationship.

The singer’s recent birthday was marked by media coverage highlighting her lasting appeal and the nostalgia surrounding her early‑career image, confirming her position as one of Serbia’s most enduring pop icons.