Natasza Urbańska is a multi-talented Polish celebrity, excelling as an actress, singer, dancer, and TV presenter. Beyond her entertainment career, she’s also a successful businesswoman.
Wiki/Biography
Born on Wednesday, August 17, 1977, in Warsaw, Poland, Natasza Urbańska’s zodiac sign is Leo. As of 2023, she is 46 years old. Her early education was at VII High School. Słowacki (VII Liceum Ogólnokształcące im. Juliusza Słowackiego w Warszawie). She initially pursued applied linguistics but left after her third year to focus on a career in the entertainment industry. Interestingly, she also dedicated time to artistic gymnastics at the Legia Warsaw club under the tutelage of Irina Lortkipanidze.
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5′ 6”
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Brown (often dyed Blonde)
Family & Ethnicity
Natasza was born to Lieutenant Colonel Bolesław Urbański and Zofia Urbański. She has one older sister, Magdalena.
She is married to Janusz Józefowicz, a prominent Polish director, choreographer, actor, and dancer. They wed on August 16, 2008, and have a daughter, Kalina, born in December 2008.
Career
Natasza’s career began in 1993 when she successfully auditioned for the musical “Metro,” initially as a dancer. A fortunate turn of events led to her taking over the lead role of “Anka,” a position she held permanently.
Her acting career continued with roles in various theatrical productions alongside her husband. This includes significant roles in shows such as “Piotruś Pan” at Teatrze Muzycznym Roma, and “Romeo i Julia,” “Panna Tutli Putli,” and “Karuzela marzeń” at Studio Buffo. She has also performed extensively with Studio Buffo in numerous musicals.
Her film debut was an uncredited role in the 1997 movie “Sztos.” Her television debut followed in the series “Television Theater” (1998-2004) playing the dual roles of Rosalina and Klementyna. She continued to build her acting portfolio in projects such as “Battle of Warsaw 1920” (2011), “365 Days” (2020), and “Fala zbrodni” (2005-07).
Her singing career started with the release of her debut single, “I Like It Loud,” in 2007. She further established her musical presence with contributions to Balkanika’s album “Balkan Koncept” in 2008 and released her own albums: “Hity Buffo vol. 1 – Natasza Urbańska” (debut album; 2009), and “One” (2014). She also notably participated in the “Poland…Why Not?” project, aimed at promoting Poland globally.
Awards & Achievements
Natasza’s talent has been widely recognized. Here are some of her notable awards and achievements:
Year | Award | Category |
---|---|---|
2008 | Viva! Najpiękniejsi | The Most Beautiful Polish Woman |
2009 | Wiktory | Song and Stage Star |
2008 | Home & Market Magazine | One of the 50 Most Influential Women in Poland |
2009, 2010 | Forbes Magazine | One of the 100 Most Valuable Stars of Polish Show Business |
2017 | Międzynarodowy Festiwal Musicalowy w Daegu | Best Musical Actress |
2019 | Kobieca Marka Roku | Personality of the Year |
She also received some less favorable recognitions, including the “Węże” (An Anti-Award) for Worst Actress, Worst Couple, and Embarrassing Scene in 2012. However, these did not diminish her continued success.
Address
Natasza resides with her family in a house named “Emilin” in the Jajkowice village near Grójec, Poland.
Facts/Trivia
- Initially rejected for the “Metro” musical in 1991 due to her age, she successfully auditioned two years later.
- Worked as an assistant director and choreographer in “Television Theater” in 2004.
- Participated in and won the singing reality shows “Jak oni śpiewają” (first runner-up) and “SuperSTARcia” (winner).
- A first runner-up in the dance reality show “Taniec z Gwiazdami” (2009).
- Hosted the “Szymon Majewski Show” in 2008 and 2010.
- Contested twice in “Piosenka dla Europy,” a Eurovision Song Contest pre-selection.
- Co-owner of the fashion house “Muses,” initially known as “Muses – Urbańska & Komornicka.”
- Received a pearl-studded necklace from veteran actress Nina Andrycz in 2010, a necklace originally gifted by Indira Gandhi.
- Is a dog lover.