Vanessa Anneliese Petruo (born 23 October 1979), also known as
Vany, is a
German singer–songwriter and
actress. She came to international prominence as a member of the
all–female pop band
No Angels, that was created during the talents show
Popstars. The band enjoyed a great popularity throughout
Central Europe, following their record–breaking debut single "
Daylight in Your Eyes" and the album
Elle'ments. From 2001 to 2003, No Angels sold more than 5 million units. After their disbandment in 2003, Petruo launched her solo career.