Eurovision 2026 presenters: Who are the confirmed BBC hosts?

Get ready for Europe’s biggest party, as the Eurovision Song Contest returns for a landmark 70th celebration of music.

This year, some of the UK’s most beloved presenters will be jetting off to Austria to provide non-stop commentary and expertise across Eurovision week.

From the TV to the radio, there is something for everyone to enjoy as a raft of presenters assume their Eurovision positions for another year.

As ever, the BBC will be providing coverage for fans up until the grand final on Saturday 16 May, but who will be taking charge?

Scroll down for everything you need to know about this year’s Eurovision presenters.

Who are the UK Eurovision 2026 presenters?

Graham Norton

The King of Eurovision returns to the commentary box once more, providing his commentary during the grand final on Saturday 16 May at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer.

During the grand final, the remaining 25 countries, including the UK’s Look Mum No Computer, will battle it out for the win.

Graham Norton said: “It feels really special to be back, gently guiding viewers through the grand final in this very momentous 70th anniversary year.”

Rylan Clark

Euro-aficionado Rylan will be back providing commentary during the semi-finals, live on BBC One and iPlayer on Tuesday 12 and Thursday 14 May at 8pm.

Rylan commented: “It’s the 70th Eurovision Song Contest and the biggest show on the planet. Being part of anything this big is something younger me could never have imagined.”

Sara Cox

The newly announced BBC Radio 2 breakfast show host Sara Cox will be bringing the Eurovision semi-finals to listeners on the airwaves.

She will also be presenting her teatime show live from Vienna on Wednesday 13 May from 4pm to 7pm, providing listeners with plenty of giggles and all the Eurovision gossip in the run-up to the grand final.

Angela Scanlon

Angela Scanlon joins the Eurovision presenting line-up this year, who joins Rylan Clark in the commentary box during the semi-finals.

Angela Scanlon said: “It feels like joining the greatest party on earth – equal parts thrilling and terrifying! I grew up watching the Eurovision Song Contest with my three sisters, making very serious (and wildly biased) scorecards from the couch, so to now be part of it – especially in its 70th year – is genuinely surreal.

“It’s one of those shows that’s always been there, evolving but never losing its magic or madness. I’ve been lucky enough to dip my toe into the Eurovision world before, so it feels great to be doing it again, just with higher heels and a few more sequins!”

Tia Kofi

Getting all the tea from backstage and across Vienna for the BBC’s digital channels is former Drag Race UK winner, Tia Kofi.

Tia will be giving fans exclusive access to this year’s acts, and a behind the scenes look at the event, reporting live from Eurovision’s turquoise carpet and roving Vienna’s Eurovision villa.

Tia Kofi said: “It’s such an honour to be back as the BBC Eurovision Digital Presenter for the 70th year of the contest. Growing up, watching Eurovision was such an important part of my life and I can’t wait to celebrate the music, the unity and this special anniversary year with everyone!

“This year’s contest already feels like it’s a close competition between the acts, with some incredible songs from around the globe, and iconic singers like Boy George and Delta Goodrem set to compete alongside our very own brilliant Look Mum No Computer.

“It’s sure to be a year to remember! Austria last won in 2014 with Conchita Wurst and now we’re back 11 years later bringing the camp, glamour and music back to Vienna.”

The Eurovision Song Contest has faced significant criticism over its decision to allow Israel to take part in the event due to the ongoing war in Gaza.

This year, a number of countries will boycott the contest following the European Broadcasting Union’s decision not to expel Israel from the competition.

At the EBU general assembly in December 2025, a vote was held to introduce new rules that would stop governments and third parties from disproportionately promoting songs to influence voters. No vote was held on Israel’s participation.

The EBU said in a statement: “A large majority of members agreed that there was no need for a further vote on participation and that the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 should proceed as planned, with the additional safeguards in place.”

Following this, Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Iceland confirmed they would not participate in this year’s Eurovision.

Irish broadcaster RTÉ said: “RTÉ feels that Ireland’s participation remains unconscionable given the appalling loss of lives in Gaza and the humanitarian crisis there, which continues to put the lives of so many civilians at risk.”

The BBC, which broadcasts the competition in the UK, has said it supports the decision made by the EBU. “This is about enforcing the rules of the EBU and being inclusive,” it said in a statement.

The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 final will take place on Saturday 16 May 2026.

You can also check out the full list of Eurovision winners and how many times the UK has won Eurovision.

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