Catholic nun wins Italian singing contest

Suor Cristina appears on The Voice of Italy

Friday 06 Jun 2014 12:25p.m.

A cheery Catholic nun has clinched an Italian television talent singing contest after winning millions of followers with her lively dance act and soulful renditions of pop classics.

Wearing her habit and a crucifix around her neck, Suor Cristina immediately thanked God for her victory on Thursday in The Voice of Italy and recited an "Our Father" prayer to puzzlement among the organisers.

"I want Jesus to come in here!" said the wholesome 25-year-old with a self-effacing manner, who was dressed in the sensible black shoes and ankle-length black skirt she has worn throughout.

"My presence here is not up to me, it's thanks to the man upstairs!" said Suor Cristina after winning out against a 28-year-old long-haired hard rocker who had just performed 'Stairway to Heaven'.

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