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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Roisin O'Connor

EXPLAINED: Bbc reveals new host for eurovision semi final coverage | Vintage Vibes

  • Sara Cox has been confirmed as the replacement for Scott Mills, hosting the BBC's Eurovision Song Contest semi-final coverage on Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.
  • Rylan will co-present the semi-finals on TV and iPlayer with Irish presenter Angela Scanlon, while Graham Norton returns to host the Grand Final on BBC One.
  • The 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest is set to take place in Vienna, Austria, between 12 and 16 May.
  • Former Drag Race UK winner Tia Kofi will provide backstage gossip and updates from Vienna for the BBC's digital channels.
  • The United Kingdom, as one of the pre-qualified 'Big Four' countries, is guaranteed a spot in the Grand Final, with UK entry Look Mum No Computer performing during the second semi-final.

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