The UK’s entry Olly Alexander also performed his song Dizzy, but the UK are one of the “big five” countries already guaranteed a place in the final thanks to their status as one of the biggest contributors to the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the organisers behind Eurovision.
Another 16 countries will take part in the second semi-final on Thursday, including Israel’s Eden Golan.
“I’m focusing on my mission and on the good and on the fact we’re united here by music,” she previously said.
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So, when will the huge Grand Final of the competition be taking place?
With details about the Eurovision 2024 final being released bit by bit, here is everything you need to know.
When is the Eurovision final 2024?
The Eurovision Song Contest 2024 Grand Final will take place on Saturday 11th May.
It will be held at the Malmö Arena, marking the seventh time Sweden have hosted the competition.
Much like previous years, 26 acts will perform on the night, and will no doubt be hoping to become the 2024 Eurovision champion.
Eurovision Song Contest 2024 finalists
Six acts have been automatically fast-tracked to the final, due to being part of the Big Five or winning last time out:
- France - Mon amour - Slimane
- Germany - Always on the Run - Isaak
- Italy - La noia - Angelina Mango
- Spain - ZORRA - Nebulossa
- United Kingdom - Dizzy - Olly Alexander
- Sweden - Unforgettable - Marcus & Martinus
But who else has qualified from the semi-finals? Read on to find out.
Who qualified from the first Eurovision semi-final?
The ten countries who made it through are:
- Serbia / TEYA DORA - RAMONDA
- Portugal / iolanda - Grito
- Slovenia / Raiven - Veronika
- Ukraine / alyona alyona & Jerry Heil - Teresa & Maria
- Lithuania / Silvester Belt - Luktelk
- Finland / Windows95man - No Rules!
- Cyprus / Silia Kapsis - Liar
- Croatia / Baby Lasagna - Rim Tim Tagi Dim
- Ireland / Bambie Thug - Doomsday Blue
- Luxembourg / TALI - Fighter
Who is in the second semi-final?
Ten more countries will quality from Thursday’s semi-final. Those taking part are as follows:
- Malta / Sarah Bonnici - Loop
- Albania / BESA - TITAN
- Greece / Marina Satti - ZARI
- Switzerland / Nemo - The Code
- Czechia / Aiko - Pedestal
- Austria / Kaleen - We Will Rave
- Denmark / SABA - SAND
- Armenia / LADANIVA - Jako
- Latvia / Dons - Hollow
- San Marino / MEGARA - 11:11
- Georgia / Nutsa Buzaladze - Firefighter
- Belgium / Mustii - Before The Party's Over
- Estonia / 5MIINUST x Puuluup - (nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi
- Israel / Eden Golan - Hurricane
- Norway / Gåte - Ulveham
- Netherlands / Joost Klein - Europapa
How to watch the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 final
The Eurovision Song Contest final will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday 11th May at 8pm.
Eurovision Song Contest 2024 final UK presenters
Over in the UK, it will be hosted live by presenter Graham Norton on BBC One and iPlayer, while Scott Mills and Rylan will be leading the commentary on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.
How to vote in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 final
You will be able to place your vote in the Eurovision final once all acts have performed on the night.
You can find out more about the voting terms and conditions on the BBC's Voting page.
Who is performing at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 final?
The opening and interval acts are being kept a secret for now, but it has been confirmed that Loreen will be returning to Eurovision for an "extra-special performance"!
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The Eurovision Song Contest has faced significant criticism over its decision to allow Israel to compete in this year’s competition in light of the current situation in Gaza and the Middle East, with some fans and members of the music industry calling for a boycott of the ceremony.
Noel Curran – director general of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which organises Eurovision – has said in a statement: "We understand the concerns and deeply held views around the current conflict in the Middle East. We can’t fail to be moved by the profound suffering of all those caught up in this terrible war.
"However, the Eurovision Song Contest is a non-political music event and a competition between public service broadcasters who are members of the EBU. It is not a contest between governments.
"As a member-led organisation, our governing bodies – the Eurovision Song Contest Reference Group and the Executive Board – did review the participants list for the 2024 Contest and agreed that the Israeli public broadcaster KAN met all the competition rules for this year and can participate as it has for the past 50 years."
The artists taking part in this year's contest have also faced backlash for not pulling out of the ceremony, including the UK's act Olly Alexander, who signed a joint statement alongside other entrants explaining they "do not feel comfortable being silent".
"It is important to us to stand in solidarity with the oppressed and communicate our heartfelt wish for peace, an immediate and lasting ceasefire, and the safe return of all hostages," the statement read. "We stand united against all forms of hate, including anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.
"We firmly believe in the unifying power of music, enabling people to transcend differences and foster meaningful conversations and connections. We feel that it is our duty to create and uphold this space, with a strong hope that it will inspire greater compassion and empathy."
The Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final airs Saturday 11th May at 8pm on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.
You can also check out the full list of Eurovision winners and how many times the UK has won Eurovision.
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