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Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Eurovision fans fume over Celine Dion no-show during finale despite huge clues singer was in Switzerland
Eurovision fans were left devastated during Saturday night's final as Celine Dion failed to appear - despite a number of huge clues she was in Basel, Switzerland. Canadian superstar Celine, 57, who famously won the contest for Switzerland in 1988, had been widely anticipated to perform live at St. Jakobshalle in Basel. It would have been the My Heart Will Go On hitmaker's first public stage appearance in almost a year amid her ongoing battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare autoimmune neurological disorder. Celine sparked excitement that she was in the country after her private jet was reported to have landed in Switzerland from Paris on Friday morning ahead of the event which she won 37 years ago. And even presenter Scott Mills admitted he was 'barely holding it together' by the news as he chatted to Zoe Ball on BBC Radio 2. He said on Saturday morning: 'I've got a bit of other gossip for you. The Celine Dion rumours are swirling around here. 'So on Tuesday there was a recorded message from her however, BBC News you may have seen they reported that a private jet that matches the description of Celine's private jet has arrived at Basel Airport. 'But was Celine on the private jet or did it just fly here to get some excellent chocolate. 'I feel like there will be obviously a tribute or a nod to Celine during tonight's final because there has to be right! 'But I would have said to you this time yesterday she's not coming, today I 80% chance think she is. 'And even if, it may not be a performance, it maybe her sat in the audience soaking up the tribute and waving but whichever one it is, I am barely holding it together, that's when I'll have the tears from Eurovision'. Following the no show, fans were left devastated and joked that Celine had watched the show from her hotel in Basel instead. They wrote: 'Meanwhile, Celine Dion gets ready for bed knowing that the whole of Europe's been waiting for her to turn up; 'We're getting this instead of Celine Dion. Just let that sink in a bit...; When Graham has promised us Celine Dion all night but they give us an alpine horn instead; 'WHERE IS CELINE DION!!!!!!; Celine Dion in her Basel hotel watching the show knowing everyone was expecting her to show up to perform; 'Nobody is more disappointed in the lack of Celine Dion than Graham Norton; Celine Dion sleeping whilst the whole of Europe is still waiting for her to perform. 'I can't believe I sat through 4 hours of this for Celine to no show; I had myself convinced Celine was going to be there, ffs.' On Tuesday, a video from Celine, filmed from her Las Vegas home, played during the semi-final, she said: 'I'd love nothing more than to be with you in Basel right now. 'Winning the Eurovision Song Contest for Switzerland in 1988 was a life-changing moment for me. Music unites us. It is our strength, our support... in times of need.' Stiff person syndrome is an incredibly rare neurological disorder that is characterised by muscle stiffness. The painful condition is caused by an autoimmune response that causes the body to attack its own cells. While there is currently no cure for the progressive illness, it can be helped with various treatments such as steroids. The illness is so rare that it is thought to affect just one or two people in every million. Celine herself admitted that she was only diagnosed via an extensive process of elimination. She has reportedly learned how to sing despite the illness through a combination of therapy and vocal rehabilitation. Celine told the BBC last year: 'My voice will be rebuilt.'
Metro
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
How to vote in the Eurovision 2024 final - and how much it costs
Homespun pop group Remember Monday will represent the United Kingdom in The Eurovision Song Contest tonight – competing among 16 finalists in a feverishly pitched competition. Graham Norton will host the UK's coverage of the competition live from host country Basel, Switzerland, with Scott Mills and Rylan Clark also hosting live on BBC Radio 2. And, before the weekend is out, we'll know who has been crowned winner of the show and landed the coveted microphone trophy – not to mention the chance for their country to host in 2026. This year's favourites to win are Sweden's Kaj, who sailed through the semi-finals with the coordinated dance number Bara Bada Bastu (Just Sauna). With bookies giving the act a 42% chance of success, they will be hoping to beat rivals on the leaderboard, Austria and France, who have a 21% and 9% shot each at winning. It's all still to play for then – but how can you vote for your Eurovision favourite once you've heard your top song? Here's how to cast your vote in Eurovision 2025. Voting for the grand final opens just before the first song begins, and will remain open throughout the evening and for up to 40 minutes after the final song is performed. As well as a professional jury vote which will makes up just under half of the final score, viewers can vote for their favourite song. This year, for the first time, UK viewers are able to use the official Eurovision app to participate in voting. To do so, download it from your device's app store, then use it to vote for your favourite acts during the show. As before, fans can also cast their vote by dialling a Mobile Short Dial Code (MSDC) from UK mobiles and landlines. Using the MSDC, viewers can call (not text!), and will be charged a guaranteed fixed price for the number, which will appear on screen when your favourite act performs. No text voting is available in the UK. Unfortunately, you can't vote for the act representing your own country – so if you try voting for Remember Monday, it won't count! When it comes to the results, the juries give out their points – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 and 12 – and then the televote result from each country, using the same points system, is added to the scoreboard. Whichever country's act ends up with the highest points total is declared the winner – and in the event of a tie, the act with the highest number of points from the public vote will take the trophy. It costs 15p per call to vote in Eurovision on a mobile. More Trending If you call on a landline, you'll be charged 15p plus whatever your network access charge is. Voting isn't free on the app, either – as the app will take you to the MSDC in order for you to cast your vote. So, you'll still have the 15p charge. Remember: there's no text voting or website voting in the UK, so there's no free alternative in place right now. View More » The Eurovision Grand Final is on Saturday, May 17 at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Follow Metro across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Share your views in the comments below MORE: 7 shows Eurovision haters can watch tonight if they can't face the music MORE: Eurovision 2025 final running order – full list of countries and favourites to win MORE: Remember Monday won't win Eurovision tonight – but they've proved the UK can
Rhyl Journal
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
How to vote in the Eurovision Grand Final
Both semi-finals are complete, with 20 qualifiers joining the Big 5 countries and reigning winners Switzerland. All will be fighting to get your vote, but how can you support your favourite? Here is all to know ahead of the 69th outing of the popular competition. A post shared by Eurovision Song Contest (@eurovision) Votes can be cast by phone, SMS or the Eurovision Song Contest app. The app is available on iOS, Android and Windows devices. As the UK are a participating country, those planning to vote on the phone or through SMS, the numbers you need will be on the screen during the broadcasts and at the Eurovision website. For countries participating in Eurovision, voting will open just before the first song is performed. It will then remain open right through the performances, and for approximately 40 minutes after the last song. You can vote up to 20 times for your favourite. The running order of which countries are performing is as follows: The Eurovision 2025 Grand Final will take place at indoor arena St Jakobshalle in Basel, on Saturday, May 17. It will be live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from 8pm, once again hosted by Graham Norton. It will also be avaiable to listen to on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds, hosted by Scott Mills and Rylan Clark. Inside the arena, the international Eurovision coverage will be hosted by presenters Hazel Brugger, Sandra Studer and Michelle Hunziker. Recommended reading: It was announced on Thursday that Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa would be replaced as the UK's spokesperson for the Eurovision Song Contest. The BBC said it was due to 'unforeseen circumstances'. He is to be replaced by singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor, who is also a BBC Radio 2 DJ.
Glasgow Times
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Eurovision Song Contest quiz: How well can you score?
The grand finale will take place in Switzerland, Basel, on Saturday, May 17. This year, the UK will be represented by UK girl group, Remember Monday, with their song 'What the hell just happened'. The annual competition is well known for its complex voting system, and it's not short on fun and flamboyance either. If you can't wait until Graham Norton's sassy commentary, the hilarious dance moves and bizarre staging, then not to worry - we have the ultimate Eurovision quiz to tide you over. The set of ten questions will test your knowledge of the glitter-filled contest to the test. Questions all relate to past and present Eurovision shows, and naturally, there are some tricky questions thrown in. Whether you want to brush up on your Eurovision facts to impress your family and friends on Saturday or you want to prove you're the ultimate fan, this quiz is for you. Take the quiz below and find out. And don't forget to let us know how you get on. What can you score? Take this Eurovision quiz How well did you score? The scoring system is as follows: 0: Nul points! 1-4: Right side of the leaderboard (aka The UK's home territory!) 5-7: Crash out at the semi-final stages 8-9: The left side of the leaderboard - well done! 10: Eurovision Champion - DOUZE POINTS! Let us know how you found the test in the comments. Recommended Reading How to watch the Eurovision Grand Final The Eurovision 2025 Grand Final will take place at the indoor arena St Jakobshalle in Basel, on Saturday, May 17. It will be live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from 8 pm, once again hosted by Graham Norton. It will also be available to listen to on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds, hosted by Scott Mills and Rylan Clark. Presenters Hazel Brugger, Sandra Studer, and Michelle Hunziker will host the international Eurovision coverage inside the arena.
Wales Online
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Eurovision 2025: How can the UK vote in the second semi-final?
Eurovision 2025: How can the UK vote in the second semi-final? It's time to cast your semi-final vote, are you ready? Scott Mills and Rylan will be presenting this year's Eurovision semi-finals on behalf of the UK (Image: BBC ) The first ten countries to qualify for this year's Eurovision Song Contest grand final have already been decided following the first semi-final on Tuesday, May 13. They have joined the Big Five and the host country who automatically qualify for the biggest singing competition in the world. Tonight, Thursday, May 15, we'll see another ten acts compete in the second semi-final to be in with a chance of joining the lucky 16 acts. Good news for UK viewers, they will also be able to vote for their favourites in tonight's semi-final, so get ready to cast your votes. But, how can you cast your vote? For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Tonight, you can vote for your favourite Eurovision song via the app, phone and SMS (via details on screen), and In the semi-final, voting will open after the last song has been performed, and will stay open for roughly 18 minutes. This year's semi-finals will be commentated and presented across BBC One and BBC iPlayer by Scott Mills and Rylan. However, they will also be available to listen to on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds which will be presented by Richie Anderson and Sara Cox. Article continues below In this year's semi-finals, the Big 5 (France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom) and this year's host country (Switzerland) will perform as part of the show, even though they are already pre-qualified for the Grand Final. Semi-final two will see the United Kingdom, France and Germany's performances. So, if you want your favourite act to go through to this year's grand final, take a look at the list below and make your vote during tonight's semi-final. The line-up and running order (not including Big Five performances): 1. Australia: Go-Jo – Milkshake Man 2. Montenegro: Nina Žižić – Dobrodošli 3. Ireland: EMMY – Laika Party 4. Latvia: Tautumeitas – Bur Man Laimi 5. Armenia: PARG – SURVIVOR 6. Austria: JJ – Wasted Love 7. Greece: Klavdia – Asteromáta 8. Lithuania: Katarsis – Tavo Akys 9. Malta: Miriana Conte – SERVING 10. Georgia: Mariam Shengelia – Freedom 11. Denmark: Sissal – Hallucination 12. Czechia: ADONXS – Kiss Kiss Goodbye 13. Luxembourg: Laura Thorn – La Poupée Monte Le Son 14. Israel: Yuval Raphael – New Day Will Rise 15. Serbia: Princ – Mila Article continues below 16. Finland: Erika Vikman – ICH KOMME
