Live from St Jakobshalle, Basel, Switzerland, artists and songs from 26 countries will be competing in the 69th annual running of Europe’s favourite television show.
Twenty countries progressed to tonight’s final from the two semi-finals last week, and they compete alongside host nation Switzerland, plus France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom for the annual Eurovision Grand Prix.
Viewers in ROI may vote for their favourite song (except for Ireland’s entry if it qualifies). Full details will be given on screen. The presenters in Basel are Hazel Brugger, Sandra Studer and Michelle Hunziker. Marty Whelan is in the commentary box.
Eurovision Song Contest 2025
Marty Whelan (pictured last year in Malmo)
RTÉ Commentator
Semi Final 1 – Tuesday May 13th
Semi Final 2 – Thursday May 15th
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Repro Free: Marty Whelan pictured in Malmö, Sweden in 2024 celebrating his 25th year commentating on the Eurovision Song Contest . Picture Andres PovedaEurovision Song Contest 2025
Marty Whelan (pictured last year in Malmo)
RTÉ Commentator
Semi Final 1 – Tuesday May 13th
Semi Final 2 – Thursday May 15th
RTÉ 2 and RTÉ Player
