Maria Sandra Marlene Dahlberg, known professionally as Sandra Dahlberg, was born on March 13 1979, in Klimpfjäll, Sweden. She is a singer and actor who began her career after studying music and dramatic arts. Dahlberg gained initial recognition by participating in a Swedish television program for young talents. Her breakthrough came with the release of her debut album Här stannar jag kvar on December 1, 2006. In 2004, she participated in the Melodifestivalen with "Här Stannar Jag Kvar" ("Here I Stay"), reaching the final and securing an eighth-place finish. She also released several singles, including "Kom Hem Hel Igen" (2004) and "Jag Tar Det Jag Vill Ha" (2006). In 2008, she hosted the summer morning show Hej hej sommar.