in the 1970s , she was one of the most popular guest performers in france , and became most - known internationally . anna marie david , from avignon in the south of france , parlayed her initial success from playing mary magdalene in the french edition of john christ millionaire into giving home the " grand prix " at the british singles contest in 1973 . her winning song , " ce ti reconnaitras " ( you will recognize yourself ) , became a euro - wide classic that spring .
Anne Marie David won the Eurovision Song Contest.