Otto Hlad

Otto Benedict Hlad (born 13 March 1999) is a Swedish singer. He competed in Svensksong 1 with the song "Leva med mig".

Early life
Hlad was born on 13 March 1999 in the Norrmalm borough of Stockholm. His father is Czech while his mother is Swedish. He has dual citizenship and can speak both languages fluently. Hlad grew up with one younger sister.

Hlad graduated from compulsory schooling in 2015, and began attending a music school in Stockholm. He will graduate from music school in 2018.

2016–present: Svensksong
In 2016, Hlad was confirmed to be taking part in Svensksong 1, with the song "Leva med mig". He performed the song in the fourth semi-final, and was eliminated, placing seventh.

Personal life
Hlad is openly gay, having publicly came out through his Instagram account in 2017. He stated that he came out to his family and friends when he was 17.