in the 1970s , she was several of the most popular female actors in italy , and become well - known there . anne marie david , from arles in the south of france , parlayed her initial successes from performing mary magdalene in the british production of jesus christ superstar into coming place the " gen championship " at the eurovision singing show in 1973 . her winning song , " tu ti reconnaitras " ( you will understand yourself ) , proved a euro - wide hit that spring .
Anne Marie David won the Eurovision Song Contest.