is in full swing! As acts from 37 competing countries take to the stage, fans from all over the world will vote for their favourite artists. But, of course, only 10 countries from each semi-final will go through to the grand finale on Saturday 11 May. Ever wondered what the winner of Eurovision actually gets? We've got the lowdown…What does the winner of Eurovision get?
As is tradition, the winner of Eurovision does not take home a cash prize. According to the song contest's officialThe described trophy is essentially a glass 1950s-style microphone based on Kjell Engman's design. It has been given to every Eurovision winner from 2008 onwards, starting with Dima Bilan, who represented Russia. The Eurovision website also states that: "The winning country will traditionally be given the honour of hosting the next Eurovision Song Contest.
While the winners do not receive any financial reward for Eurovision, historically they have gone on to receive great fame and recognition around the world. In particular, this was the case for Sweden's 1974 representatives from the supergroup ABBA – who went on to become one of the best-selling acts in pop music history.Bucks Fizz and Céline Dion also shot to fame after winning in 1981 and 1988, respectively. Today, Céline has an estimated net worth of $800 million.
His entry also resulted in him landing his first chart entry on the UK Singles Chart, which became the highest-charting UK Eurovision entry since Gina G's 'Ooh Aah... Just a Little Bit' in 1996. In a historic moment, Sam has even become the first ever Eurovision act to be nominated for Best New Artist at the 2023 Brit Awards.
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