Stanisław Sojka, a celebrated Polish singer, died at 66 on August 21, 2025, after fainting during a rehearsal for his Sopot festival show; despite urgent medical aid, he could not be revived.
Collapse During Rehearsal
On Thursday, while preparing for the “Orkiestra Mistrzom – Tribute to Legends” concert, the final event of the Top of the Top Sopot Festival, Stanisław Sojka suddenly collapsed on stage. Emergency services were called, and the artist was rushed to the hospital. According to lyricist Jacek Cygan, despite the doctors’ efforts, Sojka’s life could not be saved.
Tribute from Dzień Dobry TVN
The program announced the news of Sojka’s death, who had also been scheduled to perform that evening. “We were deeply saddened by the tragedy and, out of deep respect for the artist and his family, we suspended the festival’s television broadcast,” the show said, offering heartfelt condolences on behalf of all the festival’s performers and.
Biography
Stanisław Joachim Sojka, also known as Soyka, was born on April 26, 1959, in Żołączy. He was a vocalist, instrumentalist, composer, and arranger who began performing in the 1970s, with a first recording released in 1979.
Legacy and Career
Sojka’s rich repertoire includes hits such as “Tolerancja (Na miły Bóg)” and “Cud niepamięci.” He collaborated with prominent Polish artists like Grażyna Auguścik, Grażyna Łobaszewska, and Adam Nowak. His concerts attracted wide audiences, and his voice and interpretative style became his trademark.
Health Struggles
In recent years, Sojka dealt with serious health issues, prompting his withdrawal from concert tours in 2022. Despite these challenges, he remained creatively active and continued to be involved in musical projects.
Impact on Polish Culture
The passing of Stanisław Sojka represents a profound loss for Polish culture. Widely regarded as one of the country’s most recognizable and respected voices, his work has left an indelible mark on the history of Polish popular music.
Source: MiejskiReporter,
