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Austrian-Swiss singer, composer, and pianist, one of the most successful German-language artists of all time.Born in Klagenfurt, Austria, Jürgens began his career in the 1950s. He achieved international fame by winning the 1966 Eurovision Song Contest for Austria with "Merci, Chérie". A prolific artist, he composed over 1000 songs and sold over 100 million records. He was renowned for his sophisticated pop and schlager music, often featuring poetic lyrics and complex arrangements. He became a Swiss citizen in 2007 and died in Münsterlingen, Switzerland.

• Jürgens caused controversy in Austria in the late 1950s when he refused to serve his mandatory military service, citing pacifist beliefs, and fled to Germany.
• He lived in Switzerland for decades and officially became a Swiss citizen in 2007, partly due to disputes with Austrian tax authorities.
• His death was sudden and unexpected; he collapsed from heart failure while taking a walk near his Swiss home shortly after a concert tour. The autopsy confirmed cardiac arrest as the cause.
• Frank Sinatra was a significant influence and personal idol; Jürgens met him several times and greatly admired his style.
• He was married four times and had six children. His personal life, including his relationships, was often a topic in the media.