Armenia may have already chosen its representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, according to new reports in Armenian media.
Internal Selection Reportedly Used
According to Armenian outlet Hraparak, singer, dancer and showman Simon Hovhannisyan, known professionally as Simon, is expected to represent the country at the contest in Vienna. The report claims that Armenia’s public broadcaster has decided not to organise a national selection this year, instead opting for an internal selection to choose its Eurovision act.
An official announcement of the country’s representative is reportedly expected in the coming days, while the song may be released shortly afterwards. Simon previously took part in “Depi Evratesil” last year, Armenia’s national selection for Eurovision, where he finished in second place.
Armenia’s Eurovision History
In 2006, Armenia made their debut in the Eurovision Song Contest, where André represented the nation with his entry “Without Your Love”, placing 8th overall. Since their debut, Armenia has participated 16 times, 13 of which saw them make the Grand Final. Their best result, in 2008 and 2014, was 4th place; in 2008, Sirusho and “Qélé Qélé”, and in 2014, Aram MP3 with “Not Alone”.
In 2025, PARG represented Armenia with his song “Survivor”. He would go on to finish in 20th place, earning 72 points; 30 of which coming from the televote, while 42 came from the juries.
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News Source: Hraparak
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Rory Gannon