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11.05.2023 / 20:27

EastEnders fans in stitches as show honours Eurovision with hilarious scenes

EastEnders was the latest soap to get into the spirit of Eurovision this week ahead of the show’s grand final on Saturday. With the show taking place in Liverpool this year on behalf of Ukraine, the residents of Walford were keen to embrace the lighthearted joy of the annual music competition as it became the theme for Kathy Beale’s birthday party.The cafe owner celebrated her birthday during Thursday’s episode of the BBC soap, with all of her closest friends and family from across Albert Square attending the bash to boogie the night away.

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11.05.2023 / 19:53

Who is representing the UK at Eurovision 2023?

Eurovision Song Contest has returned to the UK for the first time since 1998.Taking place at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, this year’s contest is being held on UK shores as last year’s winner, Ukraine, are unable to host due to the country’s ongoing conflict with Russia.Eurovision 2023, however, will still have Ukrainian elements with singer Julia Sanina, frontwoman of Ukrainian rock band The Hardkiss, hosting the event alongside Graham Norton, Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham and Alesha Dixon.Of the total 37 countries from across Europe and Australia who are competing in the contest, 26 will perform in the final: the top 10 winners from each respective semi-final, the Big Five (France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK) and Ukraine.Singer-songwriter Mae Muller is representing the UK with her track ‘I Wrote A Song’, which she co-wrote with Karen Poole and Lewis Thompson.Speaking to NME about the song, Muller said: “A lot of my music can come from a place of pain, even though the outcome is quite sassy and liberating. This was one of those moments where I wanted to write something that made people feel empowered.

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11.05.2023 / 15:51

BBC mistakes hardcore Eurovision fan for Finnish entrant Käärijä

Eurovision fan, after believing that he was this year’s representative for Finland, Käärijä.A fan-favourite from this year’s instalment of the iconic song contest, Käärijä recently turned heads at the first semi-finals for his eccentric neon green outfit, featuring puffy sleeves, a bare chest and a spiked collar. However, the look has since inspired a few hardcore Eurovision fans, and led to a few attendees taking to the streets of Liverpool, sporting the same look.One Käärijä fan, however, seems to have pulled off the look a little bit too well, and even convinced a few journalists that he was “the man himself”.The man, who actually turned out to be a member of an Australian Eurovision fan group was approached on the street by reporters for the news programme BBC North West Tonight, who declared to viewers that they had “managed to catch up with the main man himself”.“How do you think Liverpool’s done out there?” The news reporter asked the lookalike, to which he responded: “Oh, incredible.

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11.05.2023 / 08:45

Who is Israel’s Eurovision entry Noa Kirel as she lands spot in final

Young Noa Kirel is representing her country Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 with her upbeat song Unicorn, which she co-wrote and co-composed. The 22-year-old singer-songwriter wowed at the first Eurovision semi-finals on May 9 and successfully advanced to the grand final which will be taking place on Saturday 13 May.

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10.05.2023 / 16:11

Eurovision host's pointed dig at Amanda Holden labelled 'iconic' by fans

Sex Education star and West End powerhouse Hannah Waddingham last night sent Eurovision fans wild after making a cheeky dig at the expense of Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden.Ted Lasso star Hannah, 48, was seen joining forces with Amanda's BGT co-star Alesha Dixon - as well as Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina - to present the first semi-final of the much-loved singing contest last night. It was during her hosting stint that Hannah left viewers in hysterics following a jibe at 52-year-old Amanda, whose role it was to award points on behalf of the United Kingdom during the 2021 ceremony. Mum-of-three Amanda previously came under fire during her Eurovision stint after making a joke that didn't go down well with viewers, quipping that she didn't know the difference between French and Dutch, leading some fans to dub her "arrogant".

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10.05.2023 / 12:53

Eurovision fans left tearful after Paul O’Grady’s final TV appearance

Eurovision Song Contest have been left feeling emotional after a clip of the late Paul O’Grady was shown during the first semi-finals.The performance is believed to be O’Grady’s last television appearance and was shared during the semi-final rounds of the iconic singing competition, following permission being granted from his family.The actor, comedian and television presenter was much-loved for his show For The Love Of Dogs, as well as for his frequent pantomime performances and long-running character Lily Savage. His death was confirmed earlier this year (March 28).The news of his passing came midway through the ongoing UK tour of musical Annie, which he was starring in, and just days after he signed a new contract with Boom Radio station.

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10.05.2023 / 12:53

Check out official footage of Måneskin’s epic London O2 show

Måneskin have shared official footage from their sold-out show at The O2 in London this week. Check out their performance of ‘Kool Kids’ in the video above, and ‘I Wanna Be Your Slave’ below – exclusively on NME.As part of their long-awaited ‘Loud Kids World Tour’ in support of their third album ‘Rush!‘, the Italian former Eurovision winners took to the stage at The O2 for their biggest UK headline show to date, playing to a massive 20,000 fans.A climax of the gig came when the band continued their ritual of inviting fans on stage for their performance of album highlight ‘Kool Kids’.“It’s a song we’ve been criticised a lot for because they say we copy you fucking British,” frontman Damiano David told the crowd, adding: “It’s a little bit true!”He continued: “We’re hated all around the world for this tradition, but again we don’t give a shit”.In a four-star review of the show, NME described the moment: “Inviting a small army of fans in fishnets and leather to invade the stage, you see the cult of Måneskin manifest.“There’s no mention of Eurovision and they’ve dropped their covers of indie disco hits (including Franz Ferdinand’s ‘Take Me Out’) from the setlist.

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10.05.2023 / 12:29

Eurovision viewers 'cringe' as BBC mistakes fan for Finland's singer in hilarious footage

The BBC suffered a hilarious blunder on Tuesday night as a Eurovision fan was mistaken for Finland's singer. Viewers cringed as the confused reporter mistook a Eurovision fan for Finland’s competition entrant Käärijä, during an interview as they were named as the country's act.The first Eurovision semi-final kicked off on Tuesday May 9, with Käärijä among the 10 acts that will go to the grand final on Saturday. BBC North West Tonight aired interviews with fans that went to the semi-final, with many of they saying they thing Finland could be the country to take this year's crown.

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10.05.2023 / 11:27

Eurovision fans spot host's Amanda Holden 'dig' with barbed languages comment

Eurovision enthusiasts have claimed Hannah Waddingham threw shade at Amanda Holden during Tuesday night's live semi-final. Actres Hannah, 48, hosted the semi-final, which aired live on BBC One, in Liverpool alongside Alesha Dixon and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina. During the Eurovision show last night, Hannah seemed to playfully take a swipe at Amanda as she explained the voting rules in French.

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10.05.2023 / 11:27

'We lost at Eurovision 2007 but won at romance,' says Scooch stars

Scooch bandmates Russ Spencer and Caroline Barnes represented the UK with their camp cabin crew anthem Flying The Flag (For You) in 2007. Now, they tell us how they found romance as well as fame after their Eurovision performance in Helsinki. Chatting about their lasting love, Caroline says, “We both had other partners during Eurovision, but I think we eventually just came to the realisation we were in love with each other.

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10.05.2023 / 10:37

Rylan Clark hints at secret TV feud as he says 'tide is turning' on 'two-faced' stars

Ever the lover of nail-biting drama, television icon Rylan Clark has hinted at the existence of a secret ongoing feud between some unnamed fellow on-screen stars.The widely-adored presenter and former X Factor favourite - who has hosted some of the biggest UK shows since competing on the ITV singing competition 11 years ago - took aim at the unidentified stars in a brand new interview. Speaking with Waitrose & Partners' Weekend, the 34-year-old made several cryptic comments about the famous faces, including emphasising that they aren't as "nice and polite" as they seem to viewers at home.

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10.05.2023 / 08:21

Sam Quek's 'constant mum guilt' as she goes back to work after baby's birth

Sam Quek may only be 34 but she’s packed a lot into her life. Hot on the heels of winning a gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics as part of England’s hockey team, she quickly signed up to I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, where she finished in a very respectable fourth place.

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10.05.2023 / 06:55

Eurovision 2023: Sweden, Finland and more advance to finals

Eurovision Song Contest has concluded, with 10 countries currently proceeding to the Grand Finals this Saturday (May 13).A grand total of 26 countries will participate in the finals, consisting of 10 finalists from semi-finals round 1, 10 finalists from semi-finals round 2, the “big 5” and Ukraine.The first 10 finalists from semi-finals round 1 has finally been revealed after a slew of performances and voting, with the following countries coming out on top: Norway, Serbia, Portugal, Croatia, Switzerland, Israel, Moldova, Sweden, Czechia and Finland.Watch Norway’s Alessandra perform ‘Queen of Kings’ below.This means that the countries eliminated from the contest following the first rounds of semi-finals are the Netherlands, Malta, Latvia, Ireland and Azerbaijan.Countries set to take part in the second round of semi-finals on Thursday (May 11) are: Denmark, Armenia, Romania, Estonia, Belgium, Cyprus, Iceland, Greece, Poland, Slovenia, Georgia, San Marino, Austria, Albania, Lithuania and Australia.Watch Sweden representative Loreen‘s performance of ‘Tattoo’ below.The “Big 5” countries guaranteed a spot in the finals without having to participate in semi-finals are France, Germany, Spain, the UK and Italy, as they contribute the most financially to the Eurovision Song Contest. Last year’s winners Ukraine also automatically qualify for the finals this year.Ireland’s elimination from this year’s contest marks the latest in a string of failed attempts to qualify, with the country not making eight of its 10 most recent attempts.

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10.05.2023 / 01:01

King Charles and Queen Camilla stun Eurovision audience

pre-recorded video aired at the 67th Eurovision song contest semi-finals on Tuesday evening. In the clip, where they both appear for just a few seconds, Queen Camilla, dressed in a royal blue coat dress, is first seen peering over someone with a clipboard completing a checklist before Eurovision 2023 kicks off.The camera then pans to King Charles, who is standing next to her, wearing a navy blue suit jacket and royal blue patterned tie.

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09.05.2023 / 22:49

Charles and Camilla make cameo appearance at Eurovision after Coronation

Eurovision Song Contest fans were given a royal surprise as they settled in for the first semi-final of the song contest on Tuesday night. Fans filled the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool as the international competition got under way in Merseyside, with King Charles and Queen Camilla making a cameo during the opening film titled Welcome to Liverpool.

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09.05.2023 / 22:05

Alesha Dixon wows Eurovision fans as she raps in incredible Miss-Teeq throwback

Alesha Dixon sent fans into a frenzy on Tuesday night, 9 May, as the former Miss-Teeq star showcased her rapping skills to Eurovision viewers.The first of two semi-finals took place in Liverpool tonight, with Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha being one of the many famous faces to host the highly-anticipated affair. Celebrating Eurovision’s return to the UK, Alesha, 44, broke into a rap – which viewers have since hailed as an “unforgettable” performance.

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09.05.2023 / 21:11

Paul O'Grady's Eurovision semi-final video appearance brings fans to tears

As Eurovision kicked off in spectacular style with the first Semi-finals on Tuesday night, fans across the UK were left feeling more than a little emotional when the late Paul O’Grady appeared in the show’s opening video. Starring in the Welcome to Liverpool video, the Birkenhead-born star, famous for his drag persona Lily Savage appeared on screen to flash his trademark smile alongside a clear twinkle in his eye.

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09.05.2023 / 15:53

Here are the bookies’ odds for who’ll win Eurovision 2023

Eurovision 2023 — check out a full list of the latest odds below.This year’s instalment of the concert will take place in Liverpool, following the ongoing political conflict taking place in Ukraine — who won the competition last year. The semi-finals take place today (May 9) and Thursday (11 May), ahead of the grand finale on Saturday (13 May).Currently, Sweden is taking the lead with Loreen’s ‘Tattoo’, which has odds listed as 8/13 on bet365. The singer, who returned to the stage after winning the 2012 contest, is set to face tight competition from Finland this year.Represented by Käärijä with the song ‘Cha Cha Cha’, Finland is in second place with 9/4 according to bet365.

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09.05.2023 / 13:05

Norway’s Eurovision entry Alessandra: “My body always knew that I was gonna do this”

Eurovision 2023 entry Alessandra has opened up to NME about the meaning behind her song ‘Queen Of Kings’, and how her entire life has been leading up to this moment.At just 20-years-old, Alessandra has already undergone years of preparation. Set to take to the Eurovision stage in Liverpool this week, the half-Italian, half-Norwegian singer will be representing the latter with her song ‘Queen Of Kings’ – starting with the semi-finals tonight (Tuesday May 9).Explaining the meaning behind the track, she told NME that the inspiration came from those moments of difficulty and self-doubt which, tackling them head-on, and becoming empowered.

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09.05.2023 / 09:21

Australian DJ dies suddenly in Paris while en route to Eurovision in Liverpool

Australian DJ Ian Bell has sadly passed away in Paris while en route to the Eurovision Song Concert in the UK with his family. Ian, 60, suffered a heart attack on 2 May in the French capital, which was the first stop on his trip with his family that was said to also include a stop off in Liverpool to attend Eurovision 2023, according to the Advertiser. The DJ, who was also a music writer, photographer and record store owner, is survived by his wife Jordan, the couple's daughter Ruby and his sisters Susan and Janet, as reported by Daily Mail Australia.

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09.05.2023 / 07:47

Graham Norton: ‘I can’t get my head around Eurovision being in the UK!'

Eurovision is so Graham Norton – and he can’t wait to host the first UK final in 25 years.The chat show host, 60, has been the Eurovision Song Contest’s commentator for Britain since 2009, but usually has to travel to a continental city to do it – and admits that being in the UK has left him slightly discombobulated. “I am so looking forward to it,” grins Graham. “I don’t know what it’s going to be like – I still can’t quite get my head around that it’s going to be in the UK, and it’s going to be in Liverpool.

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08.05.2023 / 19:55

Paul O’Grady makes Eurovision appearance weeks after death in film

Weeks after his unexpected death Paul O’Grady has appeared on screen once more, in a special short film to mark the opening of the Eurovision Song Contest and welcome the world to Liverpool.The late comedian and TV stalwart, originally from Birkenhead, Merseyside, was one of a host of celebs to take part in the film to show his pride in his home region – which is taking on competition hosting duties in 2023 on behalf of Ukraine.The project was one of the last things Paul filmed before his death, and his posthumous appearance has been approved by his family and friends. He died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on March 28 at the age of 67.

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08.05.2023 / 18:45

Liverpool and Kyiv simultaneously raved together for charity

RAVE UKraine.Rave UKraine took place at Liverpool’s Hangar 34 and at Kyiv’s HVLV. Each rave was live-streamed to one another making it possible for attendees in both cities to party alongside each other in a night of unity and solidarity with Ukraine.

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08.05.2023 / 17:59

Pop Idol's Jessica Garlick hasn't aged a day - 22 years after hit TV show

She found fame on Pop Idol 22 years ago. But more than two decades on and you might do a double take to see Jessica Garlick - that's if you still remember her.The former talent show contestant made it through to the final ten - if that jogs your memory - and if recent pics are to be believed, looks as though she hasn't aged at all in the years since.The now 42-year-old is still rocking her iconic brunette hair with her signature side parting. It was way back in 2001 when Jessica made it into the final 10 contestants of the ITV show.

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08.05.2023 / 09:57

Eurovision champions share their excitement as contest kicks off in Liverpool

Former Eurovision champions Loreen and Kalush Orchestra have voiced their excitement ahead of the contest taking place in Liverpool this week.The city has been transformed for the international music competition, which the UK is hosting on behalf of Ukraine amid the Russian invasion. Outside the series of arena live shows, two weeks of mostly free events are taking place featuring concerts, art exhibitions, flash mobs and more. Swedish singer Loreen told the PA news agency she “loved” the UK and hailed it as a “creative hub”.

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08.05.2023 / 08:45

Eurovision week begins! Everything you need to know as the UK hosts song contest

Eurovision mania is in full swing as the official start of Eurovision week kicks off. Last year's winner, Ukraine, unfortunately couldn't handle the hosting duties due to the ongoing war. However, the United Kingdom stepped up to the plate and will host the contest in Liverpool Arena this week, which can hold up to 11,000 Eurovision-crazy fans.The home of The Beatles is pulling out all the stops to give the event a Ukrainian flair in their honour.

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08.05.2023 / 08:07

Pregnant Natasha Hamilton reunites with Atomic Kitten's Liz at Eurovision party

Natasha Hamilton reunited with her Atomic Kitten bandmate Liz McClarnon on Sunday, as the duo headed to Liverpool for the beginning of this year's Eurovision celebrations. Natasha, 40, who is pregnant with her fifth child, and Liz, 42, were among the famous guests at the National Lottery's Big Eurovision Welcome Party, which took place at St George's Hall in the city on 7 May.

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08.05.2023 / 07:13

Watch Frankie Goes To Hollywood play first show in 36 years

Frankie Goes To Hollywood‘s classic line-up reunited for its first show in 36 years to open the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest.The synth-pop legends’ classic line-up – Holly Johnson, Brian Nash, Paul Rutherford, Mark O’Toole and Peter Gill – played a small set in their hometown of Liverpool on Sunday as part of the Eurovision opening ceremony.Taking to the stage at St George’s Plateau, the band played ‘Welcome To The Pleasuredome’.Check out footage of the performance below.Frankie Goes To Hollywood❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/Ce3rSJyDbL— Hapertje (@Hapertje) May 7, 2023Best known for their ’80s hit single ‘Relax’, a falling out between band members lead to the band’s dissolution in 1987. In 2003, the band members appeared on VH1’s Bands Reunited but did not perform.

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06.05.2023 / 22:17