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Zlata Ognevich, the 2013 Ukrainian Eurovision representative took the Malmö stage for the first time during her first rehearsal. The Ukraiinan butterly was very pleased and confident after her rehearsal.

Everybody was so welcoming that I immediately felt confident about everything. I know everything will work out the best way possible- Zlata shared her first impressions.

Today the name of Zlata's giant was revealed today. Igor Vovkovinsky, the tallest man living in the United States flew all the way from Minnesota, USA, to be part of the 2013 Ukrainian Eurovision entry's performance. Igor is originally from Ukraine , he moved to the United States with his family when he was only 7 years old. Igor, the fantasy giant, will symbolize Zlata's inner strength which helps her overcome obstacles on the way to her dream.

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