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Hirut Beqele was an Ethiopian singer born on October 8, 1942, and she passed away on May 12, 2023. She lost her father, Lieutenant Bekele Kinfe, at a young age and was raised by her mother, Mrs. Tenagnework Mekonnen, and her paternal grandmother. Hirut developed an interest in music early on, often singing at home and receiving encouragement from friends to pursue it as a profession. At the age of 16, she participated in a vocal competition with the Army Force Orchestra, where she was selected on the spot. Her first song, "Ye-Hare Shererit," released in 1958, became a hit. The Police Orchestra sought a talented female vocalist and orchestrated a secret mission to kidnap her, which ultimately led to her joining them after the Army Force Orchestra ceased their search for her. Hirut remained with the Police Orchestra for 35 years until her retirement from the entertainment industry in 1994. Following her retirement, Hirut dedicated her life to spiritual service, traveling throughout Ethiopia and abroad for over 28 years to share the message of Jesus Christ. She was a devoted Christian and a member of the Addis Ababa Meserete Kristos Church, often performing with the church band during her services. Hirut Beqele resided in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

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