Inside Lulu's colourful life as she celebrates 55 years since Eurovision success

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Lulu, the iconic Scottish singer, has had one of the most glittering careers in showbiz.Famed for her striking performance of The Man With the Golden Gun for James Bond's 1974 film, Lulu's name resonates with many.Born in Lennoxtown, and raised in Dennistoun, Glasgow, the 75-year-old embarked on her singing career before scaling the heights of chart success.So let's look back at Lulu's illustrious career, from her modest roots to her impressive win at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1969.Lulu Kennedy-Cairns CBE, formerly known as Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie, is a Scottish icon renowned for her career spanning singing, acting, and television presenting.Lulu's journey to stardom began when, at the age of 15, she signed with Decca Records under the guidance of Marion Massey.Her first single was "Shout," released in 1964 under the name "Lulu & the Luvvers."This energetic rendition of the Isley Brothers' song quickly propelled her into the spotlight, showcasing her powerful and mature voice at the age of fifteen."Shout" peaked at number seven in the UK singles chart.Subsequent chart successes followed, including "Leave a Little Love" and "Try to Understand," establishing her as a prominent figure in the UK music scene.The star was the first British female singer to perform live behind the Iron Curtain during her 1966 tour of Poland with the Hollies and has continued to captivate audiences over several decades.Her breakthrough came when she took centre-stage in the global music scene after releasing the chart-topping "To Sir with Love" in 1967.However, her extraordinary talent is not limited to singing alone; she also hosted several successful television series, including her own BBC specials.The Scottish musical star