Today, the EBU revealed that reigning champion Loreen will perform during the grand final of Eurovision 2024, this Saturday the 11th of March.
Details about Loreen’s Performance
The EBU’s release did not reveal much about what to expect from Loreen’s performance on Saturday. However, it promises to be an “extra-special performance”. This is the first confirmed interval act for the grand final. During the semi-finals, we will see a medley from Sweden’s Eurovision 2018 representative Benjamin Ingrosso on Tuesday and a sing-along featuring Helena Paparizou, Sertab Erener and Charlotte Perrelli. In the article, Loreen had this to say about her inclusion at Eurovision 2024:
“I’m thrilled to be performing at this year’s Eurovision final in Malmö. It will be an emotional one. You make me feel like forever and truly blow me away every single time. This performance is dedicated to you, the community and fans who constantly give me love. Consider this my heartfelt gift to you.”
Loreen, Eurovision.tv release, 6th May 2024
Sweden’s Eurovision History
In 1958, Sweden made their debut in the Eurovision Song Contest, with Alice Babs representing them with the song “Lilla stjärna” which placed fourth. Since their debut, the Scandinavian nation has managed to win seven times (1974, 1984, 1991, 1999, 2012, 2015 and 2023).
In 2023, Loreen returned to represent Sweden, who won the 2012 edition of the competition. She competed with the song “Tattoo”, which managed to qualify for the Grand Final, and placed 1st with 583 points. Loreen won the jury vote, accruing 340 points from the jury, earning an additional 243 points from the televote. This now means Sweden matches Ireland for the record of most wins in Eurovision history.
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News Source: Eurovision.tv
Photo Credit: Corinne Cumming / EBU
Rory Gannon