Grand Final Eurovision Song Contest

This programme contains scenes of Repetitive Flashing Images.

MUSIC: Te Deum - Marc-Antoine Charpentier

This is it. The waiting is over. Good evening to everybody back in

United Kingdom. May I bid you a warm welcome to the grand final of the

62nd Eurovision Song Contest. We're coming to you live from Ukraine. I

should tell you, those aren't balls that boy is throwing, no, that's a

load of old beads. Traditional Ukrainian beads. They are bouncing

around the country showing you all the different sorts of people who

live in this place, because the theme this year is celebrate

diversity. That's where we are. Kiev. It's

chicken Kyiv. I had some for my dinner tonight. I feel like I've

drunk a pint of butter. We can promise you a cracking Eurovision

tonight. There are some classic moments. In the last few years the

semifinals have weeded out some of the Euro lunacy. But not this year!

And there they are. Nine and a half thousand fans inside the

International exhibition Centre in Kiev. It's a grey, damp night

outside, so there is a slight smell of wet dog in the arena. This is a

new tradition, the flag procession. Where all the countries present

themselves before they perform. 26 countries will perform this evening.

Selected from the semifinals. Tonight, they are performing for

your votes at home. But if you remember from last year, they've

introduced this new way of delivering the results, which makes

it much more exciting. The jury is around Europe watched... The man is

talking... The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest. I told them

that, they know what we're watching. Here we go... And there is the

first. IMRI for Israel. The professional juries have already

scored the songs. For the UK our jury

members were Mary Hammond, Roxanne Heydaree,

Jay London, Kipper Eldridge, We thank them for their time,

patience and expertise. The phone vote will be tallied separately and

added to the jury vote. Two different ways. Jury vote first,

then everything can change as the popular vote is added. There is a

short video on the BBC website that explains how it all works a lot

better than I just did. There is a whole world of Eurovision on the

website. You can also follow the action with us on Twitter and

Facebook. Let us know what you're up to so I can give you a shout out

later. Either way, for anyone partying and playing along, there is

a scorecard for tonight's final, which you can print off, on our

website. Everyone's been really delighted by

the atmosphere here in Kiev, because it was quite a tens lead up to this

contest this year. Quite political. Of course, it ended with Russia

deciding to withdraw from the competition. You can see where their

votes go. That is Francesco Gabbani from Italy, he was the bookies

favourite, slightly skipping down the odds now. There were also

technical difficulties putting the show won, but they seem to be

overcome. It's actually a really slick show tonight, as you can see,

the staging is spectacular. Salvador from Portugal. Who is the new

bookies favourite. I'll tell you more about him later.

Croatia! That's a Eurovision moment right there. I've seen quite a few

union Jacks in the crowd. There is the BBC delegation. Hello!

Australia! Isaiah from Australia, one of three performers just 17

years old. That Ukrainian producers have decided the running order

tonight. And the good news is the UK are performing in 18th spot, which

actually is really good, I think. And remember, 1997 was when we last

won this. 20 years, what a lovely way to celebrate that anniversary.

No pressure, Lucie. Talking of Lucie, she is up next. There's our

girl, Lucie Jones. She has done a terrific job for us out here this

week. She's won herself so many fans and after every performance, every

rehearsal, the bookies odds have been cut and cut. I think she's

really in with a shout... Lets say top ten, not dream too high. Working

that camera. She's good, isn't she? There is the BBC delegation again.

Germany! Belgium! Now, the Ukraine will be

walking out last night as hosts, but the producers of the show decided

the performance order and picked Ukraine's position out of a hat.

They got 22, which is a very good position. What a lucky hat that

turned into. Another one of the 17-year-olds. France! Tonight that

will be some 26. But last out of the gates are the home team. Ukraine! A

mighty cheer goes up for them. Well, that's it.

Those are the 26 countries performing tonight. Please welcome

your hosts... The theme is celebrating diverse city, so let's

see who they've chosen to host. Oh, it's three white men. Well done.

These guys are... Good evening Ukraine, Europe and

beyond! Welcome friends near and far

to the Grand Final of That's Vova. Alex is in the middle,

he's very Oleksandr Skichko, Volodymyr Ostapchuk, and Timur

Miroshnychenko. Or as we say in Ukraine -

Dobryi vechir! It is truly an honour to be hosting

this magnificent event, live Tonight is a celebration

of music's power That's Timur, he is a personality

powerhouse, Timur. Tonight we are proud

to welcome you to Ukraine, and we hope you will love it

He said Vova. I can't mock the jackets because I've worn worse.

Last year the mighty Ukrainian singer Jamala wowed Stockholm and

has brought Eurovision here to Kiev for the first

I can't believe that was 12 years ago.

But even back then, the three of us were

Certainly as cool... What? Oh no, oh my god. The quality of the comedy...

Is what you'll be getting the rest of the evening.

I think you're forgetting millions of people

in America, China and everyone watching on the

Timur is our Eurovision fact machine.

That's like a love machine, but for facts.

Tonight I'll be with the performers in the green room,

bringing you closer to the artists - sharing the fun, excitement and

Okay guys, see you on the other side!

A well earned round of applause for Timur, he's been sparkling thus far.

Tonight is the climax of a remarkable

It began with a song, and it ends on this stage.

But they're in the right place - because Eurovision has the best

performers the ultimate international music prize.

That's why you need to call in and vote for your favourites.

The numbers you need are on screen now.

Half of the votes tonight will come from the national juries,

You can vote up to 20 times, but not for your own country and

Chaque chanson a son propre numero de

That's right, lines would open until after the last song has been

performed. When the time comes, UK viewers

will not be able to vote by We have 26 acts

waiting to deliver the But you have heard enough of our

voices - now it's time to hear There's just one thing

left for us to say... Let the Grand Final of the

Eurovision Song Contest They are excellent at speaking at

the same time, they've cracked that. The countdown to the vote is

excellent. I should remind people many of tonight 's performances

contain flashing images and strobe effects. So let's get this party

started. First up, it Israel. His name is IMRI and he's singing a song

called I Feel Alive. These postcards are designed to tell something about

the act. IMRI goes to the gym. I would not have guessed that. This is

a big night for IMRI. He was a backing singer only last year and

tonight he is front and centre. It's actually a really fun, upbeat song.

He's a very engaging, charismatic performer. But I fear performing

first he may get lost. Here we go, first song of the Israel.

# The secret of my life is never giving up

# Walking through the stars brings me to the start

# I was waiting way too much for something good to come

# Was waiting way too much, it's like an hourglass

# I wanted you to know that every piece broke from you

# The years I've been alone far away from home

# Baby, I can now escape away with you

# I was waiting way too much for something good to come

# I wanted you to know that every piece broke from you

# Alive, alive, alive, oh

# I wanted you to know that every piece broke from you

It has begun. Some number one. IMRI representing Israel.

Verka herself will be making an appearance later. So, to the dreaded

second position, no-one has ever won in this position. Can Kasia Mos

change this? She is representing Poland with her song, Flashlight.

She has a dog shelter. She's also a pussy cat Dolman, with a burlesque

show in Poland. This is her father, who is a conductor and I think her

brother's a violinist, her mother is a violinist. They're all very keen

with the fiddling. Her brother will be fiddling with her on stage

tonight. Song number two for Poland.

# They try to tell us that we don't belong

# Creeping round at the depth of night

# Just two shadows in love we were ghosts

# When we're together, we're untouchable

# It's like a flashlight burning in our eyes

# You call the dogs off, I got them hypnotized

# You never catch us, take us by suprise

# Running faster at the speed of light

# Falling deeper, got you in the sight

# We're shadows in love, we were ghosts

# Fire, like a burning desire

# It's like a flashlight burning in our eyes

# You call the dogs off, I got them hypnotised

# You never catch us, take us by suprise

# Running faster at the speed of light

# Falling deeper, got you in our sight

# Bringing down your eyes in the sky #.

# Yeah # Oh, no, no.

# Hey... # CHEERING AND APPLAUSE

Kasia Mos representing Poland. She looks exhausted. Thank you so much,

I love you. That's good to know. No-one has won in the second

position. Of course, being Poland it may change things. They have this

huge diaspora, nearly 20 million Polish people live outside the

country and can vote for Poland. Like last year they only got seven

votes from the juries, but from the popular vote, they got 222. Quite

the difference. This is Belarus. The band are

Naviban. The song is Story of My Life. It's one of my favourites in

the competition. It's a bit Mumford the competition. It's a bit Mumford

Sons. Whoever has done the stage, however, oh, dear. For some reason,

they're dressed like hippies at a wedding and someone stuck them in a

boat. I fear they may sink without trace.

Song number three for Belarus. # Kol'ki dzyon

kol'ki spatkannyaw # Sherah padzei

nas pakidaye # Historia mayho zhytstsya

Budze svyatsits' yashche yarchei # U nashai kryvi sontsa zaygraye

Usya pryhazhosts' tvaikh vachei # Dze bydzesh ty - ya adshukayu

Yarkia momanty znoidzem khutchey # Sennyashni dzen'

stane pachatkam # Novykh zhadannyaw

lepshykh idei # Historia mayho zhytstsya

Budze svyatsits' yashche yarchei # U nashai kryvi sontsa zaygraye

Usya pryhazhosts' tvaikh vachei CHEERING AND APPLAUSE

Oh, that wasn't there before, ladies and gentleman. I can apologise.

Forget the strobing lights. She nearly went overboard. Oh, could

they be from Britain. Possibly. What a happy crowd. I do like that song.

It's a really good song. You never know, it might do well. It's already

three years since Conchita Wurst won. Can Nathan Trent do the same.

He's performing a song called Running on Air. Nathan Trent is his

stage name. His real name is very difficult. A few people have been in

touch. Alex, Kelly, and Eva, Robbie, Bev and Ann and the kids in Kent.

And west Hollywood no less. And all the family in Ashford. Right now.

Let's listen to song four, for Austria.

# And I'll keep running as fast as I can

# Hey now, if you push me down I'll get up again

# Hey now, if you let me drown I'll swim like a champion

# I'm sure there'll be good times, there'll be bad times

# But I don't care 'cause I'm running on air

# All pretending that their life's a mess

# 'Cause whatever you want, whatever you need

# And I'll keep running as fast as I can

# Hey now, if you push me down I'll get up again

# Hey now, if you let me drown I'll swim like a champion

# I'm sure there'll be good times, there'll be bad times

# But I don't care 'cause I'm running on air

# Hey now, if you push me down I'll get up again

# I'm sure there'll be good times, there'll be bad times

# But I don't care 'cause I'm running on air #

CHEERING AND APPLAUSE Nathan Trent there got the memo that

more people have won wearing white than anybody else. All smiles now.

But tomorrow he's got to lug that moon back to Vienna. Song number

five is Armenia. The performer is called Artsvik. The song is Fly with

Me. Armenia nearly always in the top ten, but they have never won.

Tonight could change that. It's a real build of a song and she has got

an extraordinary voice and real stage presence.

# Take it from my heart it's gonna be your beat

# Take it from my soul it's gonna be your heat

# Over deeps, over hills

# She casts her wings and now it feels

# A sun whosE love and light's the same

# Fly with me high, oh, high, with me high, oh, high

# Never stop believing that love will take us high

# Fly with me high, oh, high, with me high, oh, high

# Never gonna stop believing that love's for you and I

# Fly with me high, oh, high, with me high, oh, high

# Never stop believing that love will take us high

# Fly with me high, oh, high, with me high, oh, high

# Never gonna stop believing that love's for you and I #.

APPLAUSE CHEERING

I think that might do well. Really sincere passion and performance, it

might just cut through in the way that Jamala did last year for

Ukraine. Hope you're enjoying the show. You can get in touch on the

BBC Eurovision social feeds, Twitter and Facebook. I should tell you the

union Jack just fell off the war in the commentary booth. I hope it's

not an omen. Time for song six. The Netherlands. These three girls form

under the name OG3NE, it's written more complicated than that but

that's how you say it. The song is Lights and Shadows. They are three

sisters, two twins and the other one. Good game everyone. See if you

can spot who's the other one. I got it wrong. A real family affair.

Their father co-wrote the song and it's dedicated to their mother, who

has been suffering from ill health. Some six, lots of close harmonies

for the Netherlands. # It won't reach the corner

where you strongly fight # At this place

they know the game # Outside the world will turn

and feel the same # Than the one who carries

all the burden # I can only hope

once you fly you'll be free # Cry no more,

feeling all alone and insecure # You have been

going through these stages # It lightens up the space

but no-one knows # Is a double feeling

when you cannot be # Than the one who lifts us

on your shoulders # I can only hope

once you fly you'll be free # Cry no more

feeling all alone and insecure # You have been going through

these stages # You got the biggest score,

you're heaven-sent # No-one will doubt

that you're an angel # Cry no more,

feeling all alone and insecure # You have been going through

these stages Great vocal there from OG3NE. To

stop you are giving the non-twin is the tall blonde on the right. -- to

stop your are doing. Netherlands fans in the audience. Look,

they're's Vova... Oh, and Alex. Let's meet somebody. Yeah, let's

meet somebody. Where do you come from? Austria, Vienna. Make noise

Austria. Are you a massive Eurovision fan? I've been there

times already. I start singing a song, you continue. This is the most

popular Eurovision song ever... #... Volare, cantare nothing has

gone wrong, this was planned. 200 million people. Can Vova top that?

We have fans from the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, all over the world.

Guys, everyone should now tell me who is Ukrainian Brummie or you? So

sits down... We will do the traditional Ukrainian dance...

Three, two, one... Bug can do something, checked that out! Oh my

God, thank you so much. Thanks for chatting, guys. It was a great chat,

it really was. Now a performance from Sunstroke Project.

As the evening goes on I think those forays into the crowd are going to

get more and more intense. Real crowd favourite now, song seven.

Sunstroke Project are representing Moldova with their song Hey Mamma.

If they look familiar it's because you may have seen them before, they

represented Moldova in 2010. Back then they limped home in 20 Second

Place but I think they might go a lot better tonight. It's a very fun,

upbeat song. If they look like a wedding band it's because they more

or less are. They do attract brides. There is a good costume thing in

this which so far has never gone right. If you think my job's easy,

check out the guy pretending to play the saxophone for three minutes.

Song seven, Moldova. # You will never hide

what you think of me # Know, you worry,

but it don't meant to be # It's your girl

and maybe should sleep at home # She will disappear

tonight with me. # Do

what other guys did before. # It's your girl

and maybe should sleep at home # She'll be back

home till sunrise #. APPLAUSE

CHEERING That is one rough wedding. Leave it,

Shelley! You've had a lovely day! The crowd loving it, though. Big

happy song for Moldova. Song seven. We move on to Joci Papai, singing a

song called Origo. Representing Hungary. By the way, don't worry, he

hasn't brought his mother 's ashes on stage with him. It is, in fact, a

mini milk churn, which, who knew, can double as a musical instrument.

Well, I say musical... By the weather hasn't been a stage

invasion, the woman is a fully trained dancer, she is meant to be

there. # Engem negyevesen

megszolitott az Isten # Egy igazi fegyvert

adott a kezembe # Tobbet gyakoroltam vele mint

egy szamuraj # Benne bizhatok,

mindig az igazat mondja # Ez egy olyan szovetseg,

ami marad orokke # Fel nem aldozhato,

o a legfobb kincsem # Sejtelmes erok laknak

a gyerekben # A hurjaim tamadnak,

sirnak a testekbe # Hiaba is veded ki,

mereg a hangszerbe # Nagy tomegeket itattam at vele

# Hallod a Dallamom, # Ezrek konnyei folynak

a gitaromon The dancer trying to hide there. I

wouldn't blame her. Song eight for Hungary. Next up is a song and nine.

Last year we started a mini tradition. If you have a drink in

front of you, be it wine, vodka, beer, cocoa, T, just a glass of

water, why not raise it with me now and toast the memory of the late,

great Sir Terry Wogan. The man who was and always will be the voice of

Eurovision. Song nine is Italy. Francesco Gabbani. Occidentali's

Karma is the title. It was absolutely the bookies favourite, it

was going to win no doubt about it, because it had been a big radio hit

all across Europe and tens of millions of YouTube hits on the

music video. And it is a great, catchy song, however, they made the

decision to include this... A gorilla. Inside Beckerman is Italy's

leading choreographer. It is catchy. # Contemporaneo come

l'uomo del neolitico # Nella tua gabbia

2x3 mettiti comodo # Soci onorari al gruppo

dei selfisti anonimi # Quando la vita si

distrae cadono gli uomini CHEERING AND APPLAUSE

There it is. Will it be the winner? It might well be. If you're going to

get someone to dress as a gorilla, at least get a decent outfit. That

looked like a couple of old car seats sewn together. The crowd loved

it. That song has been played all over Europe. Just a reminder that a

number of tonight's performances contain flashing images and strobing

effects. Next up, Denmark. Her name is Anja. She's the second Australian

performing this evening. Anja was born and raised there and moved to

Denmark, suspiciously recently. A few more shout out, Solihull, Renee

in ox stead. Mark, Bailey and Madge in Wapping. And Andrew and Sebastien

in southern France celebrating a wedding anniversary. Will Anja be

celebrating later? Song ten for Denmark.

# Always around, you're never holding me down

# Putting up my walls so that I last better

# Don't know why I do it because were together

# Always holding back from you its on my mind

# Tonight I'm gonna try for you real harder

# Show you all the love I've held inside

# Show you all the love I've held inside

# Tonight I'm gonna hold you closer than before

# Tonight I'm gonna hold you closer than before

# Putting up my walls so that I last better

# I don't know why I do it because where together

# Tonight I'm gonna try for you real harder

# Show you all the love I've held inside

# Tonight I'm gonna hold you closer than before

CHEERING AND APPLAUSE We know where you are. We'll be in

touch. Thank you Anja. That was Denmark. Song ten. Next up is

Portugal. Now Portugal have never won and have been waiting 53 years,

longer than any other country. But tonight, it is extremely likely that

may change. This young man is called Salvador Sobral and the song is Amar

Pelos Dois. It really is Marmite. It's not everyone's cup of tea. But

the people who like it, absolutely love it. In a night of bells and

whistles and gizmos and gimmicks, this is something completely

different. It is very simple. It's a sort of nostalgic tune, like

something from La La Land. He appears to be completely unfazed, a

boy in his bedroom, singing a song written by his sister. Portugal,

song 11. # Ouve as minhas preces

# Peco que regresses # Ouve as minhas preces

# Peco que regresses CHEERING AND APPLAUSE

Big reaction here. Is it endearing. Is it charming? Is

it annoying? I Veer between the two. He's a lovely boy, Salvador Sobral.

He's had a lot of health problems, but he could be tonight's champion.

Just a quick thank you for our Eurovision fans. There is so much

love in this room. Not for you Alex. We will come down to say hi to you

very soon. Don't touch Alex's hair, it took nine hours to make it.

Actually nine half. Stop! Here is one of our favourites. Dean says, I

can't believe that in just a few hours, it will all be over and we

will be wondering what to do with our lives. So will we. But for now.

Yes you will. I wouldn't read all those tweets.

Now it's Azerbaijan with Skeltons Yes, song 12, Dihaj and Skeltons.

Azerbaijan always do very well. I'm sure they will tonight. The

stageling, well, answers on a post card please. I read the lyrics to

see if they would help me, they didn't. There's a chalk board, a

ladder and a man with a horse's head on top of the ladder. You keep

thinking, oh, this will make sense in a moment. No. It's three minutes.

Really can't figure it out. I'm sure they will get lots of votes. Song

12, Azerbaijan. # Standing in a mirror lane

wondering what to do # Another day and gravity's got,

got another hold of me # I never dreamed that this could be

happening, not to me # But if he came falling down

falling so hard, I started believing # (I can only

trick you once, bad boy) # (Talk is cheap, don't speak

in tongues, bad boy) # Drum drum

drum, bring out the guns # (Drum drum drum, bring

out the guns, bad boy) # The world is spinning

faster by the minute # This bittersweet sensation got a,

got another hold of me # Talk is cheap don't

speak in tongues, bad boy # Drum drum drum, bring

out the guns, bad boy # Talk is cheap, don't

speak in tongues, bad boy # (Drum drum drum, bring out

the guns, bad boy) # Fuss and fight won't

get you tons, bad boy # (I can only

trick you once, bad boy) # (Talk is cheap don't speak

in tongues, bad boy) # (Drum drum drum, bring

out the guns, bad boy) Azerbaijan, song 12. Answers on a

postcard. She kindly gave us some personal chalk. I'll be bringing

that home with me. Ladies and gentlemen if anyone's in the kitchen

or upstairs, call them now. This is a classic moment of Eurovision Song

Contest. His name is Jacques Houdek and his representing Croatia. When I

heard the song on the CD I assumed it was a slightly mismatched do it.

But, ironically for a man singing a song called My Friend, he doesn't

appear to have any. So he's thingy it all himself. It is something to

behold. I've seen it now about six times, I am not tired of it yet.

It's genius. Song 13 for Croatia. There are only two ways to live your

life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though

everything is a miracle. # I pray you'll see the light

and find your way # I pray you'll see the light

and find your way Yes! You're watching the Eurovision

Song Contest... I love that. You know he's done a version where he's

half man half drag, he must have, surely! We are halfway, ladies and

gentlemen, that was song 13 of 26. Song 14 is Australia, let's not get

into it... His name is Isaiah and the song is Don't Come Easy. Now,

this is a big deal for Isaiah, he's only 17 years old. He's never been

to Europe before and this must be an intimidating experience for a young

man like him. It's a catchy pop ballad. My one tip would be, don't

start looking at his eyebrows or you won't be able to stop. Australia,

song 14. # I can tell by your eyes

you want more than this # But can we be much

more beyond these sheets # I used to move in

fast to erase my past # But it never works

No it never lasts no # In my mind I gotta

get things right APPLAUSE

CHEERING Thank you so much, Europe. Thank

you. That's Isaiah. I wish we could see more of Alex and Vova, we need

some more. The incredible Isaiah

Firebrace from Australia. Still to come,

a giant head, glittery cannons and a conveyor

belt full of Swedes! Is saying Swedes, not sweets. Timur!

I know what you're thinking, why am I in a hot tub of the future? This

is the green room. The books are equipped with comfortable seating,

nibbles... The contest began with seven nations. Give yourselves a

cheer. Did they? It's sort of blank verse,

it's rather beautiful. I hope you have some

good karma tonight! And here is the Netherlands -

Can OG3NE's perfect harmonies

win them the perfect We'll see. Anyway, girls, good luck.

Tonight we have some Eurovision firsts. Belarus... They are singing

in Belarus for the first time in Eurovision history. Thank you guys

for flying in to see us. And here is the first Roma to represent Hungary.

Good luck to you, Joci Papai. Here everyone is free to cut loose and

express themselves however they wish, they don't even have to wear

shoes, there have been five barefoot winners in Eurovision history. It's

all about exposure. In 1981 the UK act boxes stunned viewers with their

rip away skirts. Heap mispronounced that in rehearsal, I was set to

apologise. -- Bucks Fizz. I don't know what they are paying Timur,

it's not enough. He's really working hard. We've already enjoyed 14 act

that the Eurovision grand final. The standard has been incredible. Such a

wonderful crowd in here tonight! Especially the amazing energy coming

from you guys in the front row. Really! So now, please put your

hands together for the enchanting Demy from Greece! Kumar shout outs.

The Lord Mayor of Manchester himself and his lady may arrest are enjoying

Eurovision. Lauren, Lloyd and the gang are

cheering on Lucie. This lady is Demy, representing Greece with her

song This is Love. It's a great big... Well, sort of disco ballad.

It's got lots of things that you row fans will enjoy. Beautiful singer

must Tom King disco beat. -- Eurofans. And 2/2 naked men

splashing around in a paddling pool. Song 15, Greece.

# Holding on to what we had can be so complicated

# Could be time to move along

# Watched the river running dry

# How I want you here for ever and ever

# You and me as one everywhere

# Holding on to what we had can be so self-destroying

# Remember how we laughed and played around

# How I want you here for ever and ever

# You and me as one everywhere

# You and me as one everywhere

CHEERING AND APPLAUSE Oh, poor thing. I think nerves may

have got to her. She's certainly performed it better than that in

rehearsal. But still it's a big old stomping dance number. Maybe it

won't affect her votes. The next of the big five. They are of course,

Italy, Spain, France, and the UK. And Germany. They get an automatic

pass into the Grand Final. In this case it's probably quite lucky. His

name is Manel Navarro. The song is Do It For Your Lover.

It's a kind of relaxed siesta, cute song. They've given it a Californian

beach feel, which doesn't quite seem to fit. Song 16, Spain.

# A veces cuesta decir todo lo que uno piensa

# A veces la vida causa estragos sin que te des cuenta

# A veces parece que es como una melodia

# Frustrada y perdida no nos deja ver la luz del dia

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover, baby

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover, baby

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover

# Do it for those you ever care and love

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover, baby

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover, baby

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover

# Do it for those you ever care and love

# Just do it, just do it, just do it for your lover

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover, baby

# Do it for your lover, do it for your lover

# Do it for those you ever care and love

CHEERING AND APPLAUSE Some dodgy notes in there. I wonder

if there's something going wrong technically. Or maybe he's just not

great. If he's got a lover and she's a music fan, yeah, maybe single now.

If you just joined us, you haven't missed Lucie Jones yet. She's flying

the flag for the UK in one song's time. This is song 17, Norway. JOWST

is the name of the singer. He stepped into the breech when the

original singer came to his senses. He's wearing a mask on stage.

Alexander is singing it. The song is called Grab the Moment. We just have

to get through this and then we have Lucie. All right, hold hands, deep

breaths. Here we go. # They read me

like a book that is open # While punching on a

bag and I'm choking # I'm looking for a sign

while they're stepping on my mind # But I hide behind

a simpleminded notion # Feeling like a fool

that was chosen # Really need to get

that good vibe going # I'm gonna kill that

voice in my head # I'm gonna kill that

voice in my head # Getting kinda heavy

on my shoulders # Try to stand straight

but I'm boneless # Got a pocketful of prose

while I'm walking on my toes # And I'm coping with

a map that is roadless # I'm quiet in a corner

seeking action # I wanna be bold but

I'm only getting old # I need to stop drowning

in distractions # I better get

that good vibe buzzing # I'm gonna kill that

voice in my head # I'm gonna kill that

voice in my head # There's a calling

for that leap # There's a fire

in my soul # I'm gonna kill that

voice in my head # I'm gonna kill that

voice in my head CHEERING AND APPLAUSE

Thank you so much Europe. I love you. Thank you. That went well in

the hall. Oh. Just when we were enjoying ourselves.

So Vova, we have hosted two semifinals

and now we are going into the Grand Final.

I can't believe it is going this well.

Not bad if you consider that three weeks ago, I was trying

to learn English by watching Friends.

And Timur took lessons from Vitali Klitschko.

Yes, that is the real Vitali Klitschko. He's the mayor of Kiev.

It came from a multi-talented Eurovision

star, a man so cool he makes James Bond seem shy and awkward.

Comedy alert, ladies and gentleman: Eurovision Song Contest, we are now,

welcome peoples of the world. That's really good television presenting.

Mans, what are you doing here? As the host of the highly successful

2016 Eurovision Song Contest. I wondered if you guys wanted any

tips.. Thanks, we got this. Sure, sure. Presenting a live show to over

200 million viewers, interacting with 42 countries while dealing

with... The unexpected. Whilst still smiling and delivering factual

information. It's easy. You don't need me. Mans, maybe a few tips

wouldn't hurt. Good morning Europe, whatever happens a Eurovision host

must always stay happy and positive. Your house burned down. That's

brilliant. OK. Keep the action going even if you're in pain. Work on your

cover laugh. LAUGHTER

So much to do. You're strong, reliable, you're the world's best

friend. You're dancers. There is nothing you don't know about

Eurovision. Now the perfect Eurovision host understands the

power of the dramatic pause. Vova? Yeah. What's in your pocket? The car

keys. Good. Now ask me what's in mine. OK, what is in your pockets?

Shhh. CHEERING

A wallet. Wake up! Show time. You have ten seconds to hit the stage.

Go, go. Don't wait for me. We are a team. Month man left behind. Final

lip you get it. Eurovision is about working together. Welcome to Kiev,

Ukraine. To the Eurovision Song Contest 2017. You're ready. They

seem about the same to me Mans. Perhaps if you'd stayed a bit longer

in boot camp. We couldn't have

done it without you. There's Mans and Edward just down

the hallway from me. Voting does not start until after we've seen all 26

songs, don't try just yet. Mirror, mirror on the wall -

who's up next? The beautiful Lucie Jones

from the United Kingdom. Yes, here she is. Lucie Jones,

representing the United Kingdom with her song Never Give Up On You.

She has been doing wonderful work all week. After every performance,

every rehearsal, the bookies' odds have been cut again and again. It's

popular with the fans in the hall. The staging is stunning. I think

you'll be really pleased with it. Hopefully, there'll be dancing in

the streets of a little village just outside Cardiff in Wales, where

Lucie is from. Her mum and dad, her brother and fiance are in the hall.

There's the BBC delegation, cheering her on. Good luck, Lucie Jones! .

Song 18 for the United Kingdom. # Tell me your secrets,

I'll keep them safe # No sign of weakness,

it's a sign of a faith # You're not defeated,

you're in repair # Don't have to call me

I'll always be there # If you could see

how far you've walked # Together we'll dance

through this storm # Together we'll dance

through this storm # I'm right beside you,

you're never alone # If you could see

how far you've walked # Together we'll dance

through this storm # Now you can see how

far you've walked # The mountains climbed,

the oceans crossed # Together we'll dance

through this storm # Together we'll dance

through this storm #. APPLAUSE

CHEERING Flawless. Surely one of the best

vocals of the night, and an amazing ovation. Not just from the Brits,

from everyone in the stadium tonight. Listen to that, Lucie Jones

must be thrilled with herself. I'm sure everyone watching at home is,

too. That has to be one of our strongest entries in the last few

years. Hopefully, hopefully that is reflected in the votes later on.

What a terrific performance. Really emotional, soaring, beautifully

staged. I thought it looked stunning. This next song is Cyprus,

his name is Hovig and he's singing Gravity. This is a very nice, catchy

pop song, but following on from the United Kingdom it kind of

disappears. See what you think. Song number 19.

# I can be the cure, oh

# Let me be your heart and your company

# I'll let you be the one who can lean on me

# I'll catch you when you fall, when you're fallin' free

# Let me be your wings when you're flying high

# I'm gonna raise you up till you touch the sky

# I'll catch you when you fall, when you're fallin' free

# Let me be your wings when you're flying high

# I'm gonna raise you up till you touch the sky

# I'll catch you when you fall, when you're fallin' free

# I'll catch you when you fall, when you're fallin' free

# Let me be your wings when you're flying high

# I'm gonna raise you up till you touch the sky

# I'll catch you when you fall, when you're fallin' free

# I'll catch you when you fall, when you're fallin' free

Thank you! That's Hovig. Lots of support here in the convention

centre. For Cyprus. Now, it's time for another bit of Eurovision Magic

ladies and gentlemen. So 20 is Romania. This is Ilinca ft. Alex

Florea. Now, if I say this song is wrap meets yodelling you may think

that sounds awful, but, in fact, it's... Well, no, I'm sticking with

it, it's not, I really like it. It's very fun, it's very silly, but a

real crowd pleaser and a floor filler. It's very different and it

might do very well. It's called Yodel It!. Enjoy!

Hey, hey! Want to sing a song? Sing it!

# You never show the spark that makes you glow

# You always say no to the right things

# Don't try to hide the light inside of you

# Today might be the day when you will make it, baby

# If you never try, you'll never be alive

# You are gonna miss out on this ride

# Yodelei, yodelei, yodelei, yodeleio

# Yodelei, yodelei, yodelei, yodeleio

# Yodelei, yodelei yodeleio

# Now what's the use of being so confused

# Of doing all this work you really don't want to be doing?

# But you'll be fine, it's time to feel alive

# Don't stop from reaching for the stars and keep on moving

# So bring it on, bring it on, I'm a dreamer

# If you don't believe it, come and see me, I will teach ya

# If you never try, you'll never be alive

# You are gonna miss out on this ride

# Yodelei, yodelei, yodelei, yodeleio

# Yodelei, yodelei, yodelei, yodeleio

# Sitting alone at my desk on a nine-to-five program,

# Get another coffee, get another one to make it through

# Don't you hide that light inside of you

# Come and show me what you wanna do

# If you're stuck in a place feeling incomplete

# If you wanna run, feeling like a misfit

# Come on sing along, come on sing this song

# Yodelei, yodelei, yodelei, yodeleio

APPLAUSE CHEERING

. I'm no expert, that yodelling sounded amazing. Ilinca claims to be

the only yield lower in Romania, probably because the others don't

talk about it. Maybe that is the first rule of yodelling club. -- she

claims to be the only person who can yodel in Romania. Another of the big

five now, this is Germany. Her name is Levina and her song is Perfect

Life. She splits her time between Berlin and London, so if you think

you know her, maybe you've seen her in the street waiting for a bus or

something. The song was written by Lindy Robins, who wrote Amy Lovato's

skyscraper. Judging by the song, she is quite a fan of Sia. Hello to

Johnny Wu and everybody up the glory club.

Nearly there, this is song 21 to Germany.

# Sometimes it's wrong before it's right

# That's what you call a perfect life

# Gathering thorns from the stems of a thousand roses

# Weathering storms on the long way home

# I look for the sweet in every bitter moment tasted

# In every last mistake I see the other side

# Sometimes it's wrong before it's right

# That's what you call a perfect life

# Sometimes it's wrong before it's right

# That's what you call a perfect life #.

APPLAUSE CHEERING

. Thank you so much. Dyakuyu. Levina representing Germany. Some very

happy people. OG3NE from Netherlands enjoying it. Timur! Eurovision 's

fan the wait for the competition to arrive again is a long one. It's a

year, Timur. This year there is another special event for your

calendar, a brand-new competition is searching for the best choir in

Europe. They will descend on Riga in July to compete for the title of the

Eurovision choir of the year. I'm distracted by Lucie Jones over his

shoulder. What is this now? This sounds good. July? Enrique? Amateur

choirs! All over Europe? Well, that's a date for the diary!

July sorted. Get ready to cut loose. Some local

heroes are taking the stage. The style is rock. The country is

Ukraine. A mighty roar goes up. These are the home boys. They're

representing Ukraine with a rock number called Time. As I say we have

had a wonderful time in Kiev. They are put on a really slick,

technically perfect show. I think the city's enjoyed hosting the

competition, having all the visitors here. But judging by this song, I'm

guessing they don't want to have us back again next year.

Just the sense I'm getting. The song is called Time. The

question you ask is - how can three minutes be this long? Song 22.

CHEERING AND APPLAUSE Something for everyone. Jokes aside,

because it is the only rock number in the contest this year, that could

end up doing very well for Ukraine. A few more shout out, the we love

pop boys in Glasgow are watching, cliff, Ross, James, Shaun, Johnny,

Jono, Joff. There is a party in bell size park and Rhona walker is

watching too. This young lady is a young lady. Her

name is Blanche and she is another one of the contestants who is only

17. She's representing Belgium, with her song City Lights.

It is a song that's been a big radio hit across Europe, so the crowd will

react when the music starts. They know this song. It's a very credible

pop song. The problem is, I think she's so young, she is sort of

overwhelmed by this experience. Hopefully she can try and enjoy her

performance tonight. It's song 23 for Belgium.

# Let's put some light into our lives

# But keep the storm that's in your eyes

# Let's put some light into our lives

# To lose it all. # To lose it all.

CHEERING AND APPLAUSE It is a cracking pop song. But I

just hope she's enjoying it a little more than she appears to. I think

she's happy it's over at least. Just so vulnerable, just only 17. Still

great job Blanche. New jackets. An outstanding

performance from Blanche. Yes, I have the power to make

the audience download the Eurovision app with my

authentic TV host smile. They're good at doing things

together. That's the nicest freaking thing

anyone's ever said to me. And now it's Sweden's Robin

freaking Bengtsson. That word appears a lot in the lyric

of this song. This young man couldn't be more

different from Blanche from Belgium. He is a, yes, he's quite a confident

performer. His name is Robin Bengtsson. This song is a sub-Bruno

Mars affair. Sweden really have this down to a tee now. This is such a

slick performance. They've thrown everything at it, for no discernible

reason they start back stage. What they get on stage, there's tread

mills, lights. Yeah, this will do well, I'm sure. Being song 24, I'm

sure it will help them. Robin Bengtsson, I Can't Go On.

# With just one look you make me shiver

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

# I can't go on I can't go on

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

# I can't go on I can't go on

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

# I can't go on I can't go on

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

# I can't go on I can't go on

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

# I can't go on I can't go on

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

# I can't go on I can't go on

# When you look this freakin' beautiful

Thank you, Europe! That is Sweden. They know what they're doing. They

can butt these things together. And it's the last of our 17-year-olds.

This is song 25, Bulgaria. That boy, it is a boy, Kristian Kostov is his

name. The song is Beautiful Mess. He is literally just turned 17. He was

born in this century. He's the only performer tonight to be able to

claim that. This might be a winner as well. Again, it's been a big

radio hit around Europe. Compared to some of the other youngsters, this

guy is so at home on stage. He loves performing. Here's Kristian Kostov

for Bulgaria. # And the lights all fade

to black again APPLAUSE

CHEERING Kristian Kostov. I do think it's

remarkable such a young performer is that amount of poise and an event

such as this and on a stage like that. When you see him backstage, I

mean out of that sort of androgynous garb, he is just a kid. He doesn't

look old enough to be here. We've done it ladies and gentlemen, this

is song 26, our final song of the evening. The last of the big five,

France. Her name is Alma and the song is Requiem. It was doing quite

well with the bookies. Performing last is always going to be

difficult. Terrific graphics, though. Mind you

if you're looking at the graphics something's gone terribly wrong,

hasn't it? But they are good! It's the last one, song 26 for France.

# Les siecles passent et disparaissent

# Embrasse-moi, dis-moi que tu m'aimes

# Fais-moi sourire au beau milieu d'un requiem

# Embrasse-moi, dis-moi que tu m'aimes

# Fais-moi danser jusqu'a ce que le temps nous reprenne

# You take my smile and make it bright

# On pleure mais on survit quand meme

# Les etincelles deviennent des flammes

# Les petites filles deviennent des femmes

# On pense qu'elles ont de l'importance

# Embrasse-moi, dis-moi que tu m'aimes

# Fais-moi sourire au beau milieu d'un requiem

# Embrasse-moi, dis-moi que tu m'aimes

# Fais-moi danser jusqu'a ce que le temps nous reprenne

# You take my smile and make it bright

# On pleure mais on survit quand meme

# Embrasse-moi, dis-moi que tu m'aimes

# Fais-moi sourire au beau milieu d'un requiem

# Embrasse-moi, dis-moi que tu m'aimes

# Fais-moi danser jusqu'a ce que le temps nous reprenne

# Embrasse moi, tell me that you love me

# Embrasse moi, tell me that you love me

Thank you. Great finish to the show. The crowd really like that, they

wanted to party. There are some French fans cheering her on. That's

it, all 26 countries have performed. We have heard our winner, ladies and

gentlemen. We have seen the last act. For us they are all winners.

For us, they are all winners, but there is own one trophy.

Voting will open shortly and remain open for approximately 35 minutes.

Please don't vote yet as your vote will not count and you may still be

charged. Remember UK viewers cannot vote by text, calls cost 15p plus

access charge. You can also vote with the Eurovision app, votes made

via the Apple cost 15p from a mobile. The winner will be decided

by 50-50 combination of jury and public vote. For full conditions go

to the website. Here are the numbers you will need when the vote opens...

To vote from your landline... It's a serious moment in this

contest and be honouring it with Eurovision royalty. Ladies and

gentlemen, please welcome the extraordinary Verka Serduchka! With

her ma'am. Yes, she came second in 2008 but she's still living off the

glory here in Ukraine. Verka and her mother. Hello everybody. I think

it's the same mother she had in 2008. We can't be sure. She's quite

a loose cannon. Sieben sieben ay lulu... Sieben sieben ay lulu...

We already know who's... She has already started drinking tonight,

so... I can believe that. We have a very special moment, would you be so

kind as to join us in starting the voting. Please! Verka, please.

Please! She's been rehearsing. Europe...

Start voting now! Finally. Thank you, Verka. Yes, the lines are open

and will be open for approximately 35 minutes. So if you'd like to vote

for Israel, dial the number followed by 01.

If Poland's your favourite, that's the number plus 02.

If Belarus is getting your vote, dial the number and add 03.

If you want Austria to win, dial the number plus 04.

To vote for Armenia, it's the number plus 05.

If you think the Netherlands deserves to win, dial the number and

add 06. To vote for Moldova is the number

plus 07. If you're voting for Hungary you'll

need the number plus 08. Is Italy your favourite? Dial that

number plus 09. To vote for Denmark dial the number

followed by ten. If you're voting for Portugal, it's

the number plus 11. If you want Azerbaijan to win, dial

that number and add 12 at the end. To vote for Croatia, it's the number

plus 13. If Australia get your vote, it's the

number plus 14. Is grease your favourite? Then dial

the number with 15 at the end. -- Greece.

To vote for Spain dial the number followed by 16.

If you want to Norway to win, dial the number plus 17.

Song 18 is Lucie Jones for the United Kingdom. Sweet that you might

want to but viewers in the UK cannot vote for Lucie Jones. Nothing clever

or interesting happens, just don't bother doing it. Good luck, Lucie,

hopefully other people are dialling. Back to someone you can vote for.

Cyprus. Dial that number followed by a 19.

It's near your favourite? If it is, you'll need that number plus 20. --

is Romania your favourite? To vote for Germany, dial the number

followed by 21. To vote for the Ukraine, it's the

number followed by 22. Is Belgian your favourite? You'll

need the number plus 23. To vote for Sweden it's the number

plus 24. If you think Bulgaria deserve the

crown, it's that number followed by 25.

And finally, if you think France should win, then dial that number,

followed by 26. Remember, UK viewers cannot vote by

text don't try to text. So those are all the numbers.

One of our brightest stars, the creator and the biggest-selling

Ukrainian album of all time and a former Eurovision winner.

I'm delighted and honoured to introduce, Ruslana.

It's Ruslana. If zombies did aerobics, it would look a bit like

this. Ruslana there. Five, six, seven,

eight. Stick with it. The next part of this act is pretty special. It's

really rather good. There's going to be a recap of all the songs in a

moment. You know the drill by now, to vote for your favourite dial the

number or to vote by your mobile then followed by the number of the

country you want to vote for tonight. UK viewers cannot vote by

text or for the United Kingdom. Go to bbc.co.uk/Eurovision for full

terms and conditions. Johnny is throwing a party for the cast of

Cats. Nicki, Will, Dave, Jade as well. Ben and papa are there. Matt,

Cameron, Peter, Tim, are stuffing chickens. Kiev? Paul, Rachel, James

and Amy, oh, Amy about to have a baby. There's excitement. Morgan

having a party in Vauxhall and Andy and knell are watching in Suffolk.

Tim, Gaby, Craig, Jamie and Marvin, plus golda are watching in Soho.

Barry, Martin, Ken, they're in Dulwich. Then Stuart, Shaun and

Chris are on the South Bank. Malcom, Peter, Monica, Chris, Adam, Richard,

they're in London. Also Emma, Sam, Maggie and Pindi, is that a dog or

person? You're partying in Potter's Bar, where else. Go Lucie, I'm with

you. I do hope people are picking up the phone across Europe and voting

for Lucie. Please, please, please give a shout out to your Belgian

fans Chris, Julia and Bo, following you in Belgium. I feel Belgium are

going to do very well tonight. Young Blanche that was the best she's

done. It really stands out that song. Shout out to the UK's largest

Eurovision party, euro glitz, 80 members of the UK family at the City

cinema in York. Emma is looking forward to this night. Please shout

out to Sophie and Charlotte. Sophie starts her GCSEs on Monday, I

offered her a nice meal out, she said no, "It's Eurovision. Are you

regretting that now Sophie? James, Tricia and Hamish watching on a make

shift projector pretending we are there, cheering from Glasgow. Craig

and Matt at a party with Matt, Sarah, Chris and John in Worcester

attempting to make Ukrainian dishes, lovely honey cake I believe and the

buttery Kiev. The bunting is hung, the Bucks Fizz is popping, euro

buffet will be laid with everything from the chicken dippers to gravlax.

This is from Suffolk, Karen. Barry in Dorset. And just a reminder UK

viewers you can't vote for Lucie, much as you want to, you can't.

Nothing interesting or clever happens, you just can't. Hopefully

other people are. Julie and John are having a dance-off with their dog

Hattie. What a fab evening. Cassie, and Dean are watching surrounded by

a lot of flags and an international themed buffet. Nothing better. Henie

in London are preparing for a 10 k race in the morning. Wow. Preparing

with a large cheese board. Mark is 30, and Nathan is 27. They're having

a Eurovision party in Edinburgh tonight. This is Peter in Belfast.

He's got 12 friends crammed into his house watching TV. Cheering on

Lucie. Having food and drink for family and friends. 26 courses with

each dish related to the country performing at the time. Hectic but

great fun. A lot of washing up, Steve from Liverpool. Nina in

Chipping Norton, crazy party, 20 people in a room the size of a shoe

box. We love Eurovision and have been doing parties for the last ten

years. Last one for a while, Jen, Eurovision party tonight will be

Eurovision themed outfits, food, games and a sweepstake. We'll be

enjoying all evening with our friends in Manchester. OK. It's onto

the next part of the interval acts. Stick with this. It gets very good.

Now it's time for a truly unique performance, bringing together

contemporary sounds and the musical heritage of Ukraine,

Please put your hands together for Onuka featuring NAONI,

It's a slow start, but it really builds to something special.

Enjoy. APPLAUSE

CHEERING Thank you! That it in the middle was

really stern. A stunning performance

from the very unique Onuka. Time now to meet some more

of Eurovision's amazing fans. I'm here with Luc Spencer-Gardner,

who has travelled to Welcome to Kiev. I can imagine it

was a long trip. Only 24 hours. Not so long.

It's been awesome. This is just an amazing experience, great artists,

great performers, it's just been great. Great. Is it your first live

Eurovision show? My drift. Kiev, Stockholm, Vienna, Malmo and

Dusseldorf. The Golden collection of Eurovision! Great. Now I've noticed

a cheeky Eurovision T-shirt. 200 million people... Are watching this.

200 million of us. I love that! Actually, it's from...

Eurovisionfanhouse.com, a new online place where Eurovision

I wonder if this is like QVC in Ukraine, it probably is. What are

you expecting? I have no idea. It's not an easy call. I'm going for the

UK. Yes! Well done, sir, whoever you were. I wasn't listening to your

name but I'm thrilled you're here now, saying things like that.

As many of you will know, Eurovision has a younger relative,

the Junior Eurovision Song Contest for singers aged nine to 14.

The winner was a hugely talented Mariam Mamadashvilii from Georgia.

There is a proud mother in the wings. There she is! Now this little

princess is next to me. Give it up for Mariam Mamadashvilii! The

rapport between these two is really special. Thank you for having me

here, I hope to see everybody in Georgia in November. What month was

that? The 12th of never did you say? It's an 26th of November in to

police it. That's great. We will visit in

November this year, that's great. Welcome. As a performer I should ask

you this question. Do you hope to sing at Eurovision 1-dayer? Actually

I was thinking about it because when I won Junior Eurovision I

experienced a lot of things and I want to experience again. That's

great. We'll see. But now... Conversation really flows, he's

great with kids. Why don't you try hosting for example? I'd love to.

Couldn't get much worse. You'll be posting the Eurovision Song Contest.

Here you go. Cue card. The red light. Applause!

Ladies and gentleman, I think you'll agree,

all of our performers have dazzled, entertained and amazed.

But this is a competition and only one act can win.

Vote with your hearts, but most importantly, your fingers.

And now, a reminder of this year's Eurovision stars.

You know the drill by now... You convert by text. Details on the

screen, full terms and conditions on the website. Jared Watts to people

watching. The Matthews on holiday in Dorset celebrating two 16th

birthdays but they will be watching Eurovision. Charlotte, Carmen,

Laura, Lauren, Vicky, Chloe and Emma will be watching on a big screen in

Liverpool followed by an Abba tribute band. Quite the night. Shout

out to Gwen, David, Alex, Hannah and Emily and having a pizza party. The

bubbly is flowing. Good luck to Lucie. Yes, good luck. It was good

that Australia man at least mentioned the United Kingdom, people

are aware we're here. The Hill family hosting their annual

Eurovision party, they had to cut into the Ukrainian honey cake. It

sounds delicious. We are celebrating our silver wedding anniversary

watching Eurovision tonight, quality entertainment, go Lucie. Ian, Rob,

Daniel and everybody else at the Maidenhead Eurovision party. They've

dressed as European countries. The partygoer who dressed as Switzerland

brought Toblerone. Other chocolates are available. Sweden...

Switzerland... You can get them in Sweden, too. Say hello to Sam and

his dog, Toby. And mum Stella and friends Caroline and Mary in

Cornwall. Hello from the Murrays in Aberdeen. Cat, Duncan, Fox will be

watching. Gareth and the crew in Cardiff having a big party dressed

as different countries and using different cuisines from around

Europe. It's quite the thing. The Barcelona budget enjoying a

Eurovision party in Stratford tonight. Ella is watching with her

son, Vincent. In Southampton. Dinesh, Paul and their bulldog

tucking into a cheese and pineapple her job. There was a lot of love for

Lucie but will there be votes? Soon we'll find out. Nym and Dan watching

the show in their best Eurovision outfits. Detachable Bucks Fizz

skirt. I'm watching with my friend Kristin and Tracey.

And of course a reminder you can't vote for Lucie. People in the United

Kingdom cannot. That was Tracey Emin Kirsten in Bristol. Hen party

weekend for Bryony. She's at the Stirling with all her girls watching

it. Well done, Bryony, have a nice wedding. A lonely Brit camping it up

in Tokyo getting ready for Eurovision. We start watching at

4am. Champagne on the chilled ready to go. That Keith Grant. Please say

hello to big con and Lauren watching in Belfast. Soon the phone lines

will be closing and then we will be getting the jury vote followed by

the popular vote. A lot of people asking about Brexit and the effect

it might have on the United Kingdom. I have just say no one out here has

mentioned it, not a peep out of them. It's as if people don't care

that we are leaving the EU. I suppose a lot of these countries

aren't in the EU and those that are are concerned with their own

business, not ours. So... Also not to be too blunt, we can't do much

worse, so hopefully there will be a Brexit effect. That is a reminder of

all 26 songs. Now onto the last part of the interval.

And now, it's time to remind ourselves of the reason why

Last year, she stunned Stockholm with a majestic performance that won

We present a world exclusive, the first ever television

It is our very great honour to present the shining jewel

Please show some love for the incredible Jamala!

And she is really a massive star here. There's posters all over town,

she is doing a big series of concerts.

You may have witnessed a bare bottom earlier in this performance. We

apologise if that offended you. Back to Jamala.

Jamala. I like her. She's like your aunt who's had a glass of wine.

Thank you so much for this amazing show. Thank you, Kiev! Tribute to

Verka. Lots of union Jacks. Well, it's nearly time for the phone lines

to close. It's like choosing a chocolate from a box, it's really

difficult to do because they are all very delicious.

But if you think one special act deserves the win,

then this is your last chance to vote.

The final 60 seconds of voting begins now!

We're not doing the countdown from 60... We're not.

Update your profiles later and use your phones to vote.

There are just a couple of seconds left.

A moment on your phone could win your act the Eurovision throne.

All the numbers you need are on the screen now or you can

It was about them and now it's about your rewarding them with one

of the most treasured prizes in music.

Will you give them your vote and change their lives forever?

This is quite torturous. Very long minute.

Seven, six, five, four, three, two, one...

Thank you Alex and Vova. That is it. The lines are closed. Please do not

call or use the app, your vote will not count and you may still be

charged. Very soon we will hear from the

spokespersons of all 42 national juries. They will award half of the

total points. After that, we will see how you, our wonderful audience,

have decided to award the decisive second half of points.

First we need to check if the jury voting has gone according to the

rules. I smell aries moo. We must consult with the smartest person in

this room. Now he is, the grand wizard, our very own Gandalf, but

without the beard and the pointy hat, so please welcome, the

executive supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest, Mr Jon Ola

Sand. Is he here, have we managed to get him?

Thank you Vova and Alex for your very creative introduction.

I can confirm that we have processed all the votes

I saw him earlier. I didn't speak to him. I thought it best not to.

That means we are now ready to take that special journey around

First we'll be hearing from last year's host country, Sweden.

Good evening Europe, and good evening Kiev!

What a night, you've done such a great job. Good luck to the

contestants tonight. May we have your 12 points. Of course. 12 points

from the Swedish jury go to... Portugal. He's the bookies'

favourite. And Australia are getting ten points straight off the bat.

Thank you very much for this amazing show. It was really lovely. Like

most of Azerbaijany men watching on TV, I would like to be in Kiev

tonight as well, just to support. But unfortunately, I have to be here

in the studio... Sounded creepy. I'm not quite sure what he's saying.

Please may we have your 12 points. Our 12 points go to... Belarus.

And now to San Marino and Lia Fiorio.

I'm so happy to break a record this year by commenting 24 ESC shows

Look at me, I've totally missed that we have six points. We're not going

home empty handed. May we have your 12 points.

Look at us, on the left-hand side of the scoreboard. Portugal 12 points.

Another four for us. Thank you Latvia.

Greetings from Latvia, thank you for fantastic sleepless nights. What, it

kept awe wake? We'll let you get back to bed in a minute. Our 12

points go to... Romantic Pop Idol from Portugal.

Remember, these are only the juries' votes. So maybe across the board,

the juries' experts they liked the song, they liked the performance.

But we don't know what the popular vote thought.

From Israel, we have Ofer Nachson, who has been announcing the Israeli

This is IBA channel one calling frommier use legal. For the past 44

years, Israel has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest, winning

three times. But tonight is our final night. Shortly, IBA will shut

down its broadcasting forever. So on behalf of all of us here in IBA, let

me say thank you Europe for all the magical moments and the beautiful

years. That is very sad. And hopefully we shall meet again in the

future. Now, the result from the Israeli vote.

This is looking like a clean sweep for Portugal with the juries. But

only with the juries. Next up is Montenegro,

where there's a party going on. Welcome to the party. Good evening

Ukraine. It was an amazing show and we wish good luck to all finalists.

Now, let's see how Montenegro has voted. Well 12 points go to...

Nice corner of the city they've chosen. Thank you guys for the

wonderful evening tonight. Congratulations. Thank you very

much, may we have your 12 points. Of course. Our 12 points go to Italy.

So far it's Portugal the juries are enjoying.

Now to lovely Valletta, where Malta's Miss Universe 2016,

Martha Fenech, is ready to give us her country's points.

Steady Vova. She's ready to give us her phone number... Sorry, her

country's points. Good evening Kiev, good evening

Europe. Are you ready for our 12 points? Yes, we are. Please tell us.

Portugal just getting a ten. Malta's 12 points go to... Italy.

That was a shame. Last year they gave us 12 points in the jury vote.

But not tonight. Tonight it goes to Italy.

Let's hear from Illiya in the former Yugoslavian republic of Macedonia.

Hey there, Illiya, any message for the Eurovision world?

Three points for us, thank you very much. Looks like he's just stopped a

magic show. Just doing this in interval.

Europe dance, never mind if you are alone

Great show, Kiev. Thank you very much. Hopefully I'm not here alone.

May we have your 12 points. Again ten for Portugal. The 12

points goes to... Bulgaria. Thank you so much. That's clearly

Copenhagen behind her. Please reveal the winner

of your 12 points. The jury of Denmark sends 12 points

to... Sweden. No surprise there. Over to Austria now and Kristina

is joining us live from Vienna. Quite a foggy night there. Have we

got a point, thank you. I'm very excited to announce the

points of the Austrian jury. Here we go. Our 12 points go to... The

Netherlands. The three sisters from the

Netherlands. To Norway now and two

young men who are huge stars in their own right,

hello Marcus and Martinus. Very late for them to be up, isn't

it? Apparently they're huge Popstars. Hello Europe, and hello

Ukraine! Welcome to the party. We are happy to take part in this

amazing evening that gathers so many countries and so many people of all

ages. Yes, we are really excited to share the Norwegian votes with all

of you. Please do it. May we have your 12 points. Oh, we got points.

Thank you. Yes, 12 points from Norway goes to... I like it, like

it, Bulgaria. Only about a year younger than him.

Probably will be here next year. And now we welcome Nievs,

speaking to us from beautiful I hope she's going on afterwards.

Vova calm down. Good evening Europe,

good evening Kiev. Congratulations for this amazing

evening. We really enjoy. It Still haven't finished that cathedral. May

we have your 12 points. Portugal possibly? Yes of course.

Now, the 12 points from the Spanish jury go to... Portugal! There you

go. Over to Finland, which is

currently celebrating 200 Hello Europe. Two for us. Yes so far

we have won just one. But we promise to win again within the next 100

years! And now please your 12 points. Our 12 points goes to:

Sweden! Congratulations. Again, no surprises there.

We are still on the left side of the scoreboard. The Eiffel Tower,

goodness. Do you think she gave the other half of that jacket to your

man from Croatia. Three points for us.

Thank you all for this incredible show, celebrate the diva city, what

a wonderful message of love. Thanks and you're welcome in Paris

any time. Oh, thank you very much. So just leave your phone and we'll

call you, a bit later. May we have your 12 points. This is like an

international version ever first date.

Sure. Les 12 points de la

France son attribues a... Portugal! Well, Salvador is

certainly captured the imagination of the jury is across Europe, doing

very, very well. Greece's spokesperson has a long

Eurovision history, having appeared Good evening, Constantinos

Christophorou. I thought it was a falling star.

It's those light up things you can buy. Thank you for your nice words,

we did it the Greek way into cows and five.

Helena Paparizou, and our first ever win in the contest.

You are our lucky charm. The 12 points of the Greek jury go to...

Such a nice name for me to pronounce... Cyprus. Aww. No

surprise there. Now don't boo him. Let's go to Lithuania, where Egle

is waiting to speak to us. Vilnius looks lovely this time of

year. Good evening, Eurovision family, what a glorious night. Lots

of love from Vilnius. I won't forget to say...

Lithuania's jury has voted. And our 12 points go to that magical song

and voice... Portugal. Another 12 points. What's great about this is

we have no our dear -- idea how the viewers have voted. Everything could

change. That's the best bit of talent they could find? Thanks,

Australia. I take it all back. He looks lovely. Was there a power cut?

Thank you so much for a great show and congratulations to all of the

contestants, you didn't beautiful job. Don't sound so excited. Can we

have your 12 points? Yes, I'm very happy to say that the Estonian jury

gave its 12 points to... Bulgaria! Still in the game. When the jury

votes come in I guarantee you countries like Azerbaijan and

Croatia will do much better. Good evening, Kiev! First of all, I

want to thank you for this wonderful show, you did a great job, really.

Very handsome hosts in Ukraine. Thank you very much, by the way,

Moldova has very nice and beautiful spokesperson. May we have your 12

points? Get a room, this is embarrassing. Of course, here are

the results from Moldova. Our 12 points go to... Romania! Romania!

The yodelling. I expected them to do well but the popular vote, I didn't

expect jury to like it that much. A second dancing fountain. Four points

for us, thank you very much, Armenia.

We go now to Iveta Mukuchyan in Armenia, who represented her

country at Eurovision 2016 with the song Love Wave.

Good evening Kiev and hello to the whole Eurovision family. Guys, I

miss you all so much. We miss you, too. I hope you did.

Armenia has voted, our 12 points go to... Portugal.

What an extraordinary thing to happen to this young man.

So we have had almost half of the national jury points.

Let's have a look at how the leaderboard is shaping up.

In third place it in Italy. In second place its Bulgaria. In the

first place, Portugal. With 186 points. Spare a thought for Spain

and Germany, we've been there, we know how it feels. Good job Lucie

Jones, she's on the left-hand side of the scoreboard. And long may she

stay there. This is getting very serious right

now, Alex, I think we need to remind ourselves that this is a party. And

perhaps we need a little, you know, like fun break. Just a thing. #

DANCING LASHA TUMBAI. How about Verka? Ladies and gentlemen, Verka

Serduchka! Yes, this is as simple as it seems.

It's just Verka working the audience. For quite a long time.

About two or three minutes. Timur has got in there with Alma. #

DANCING LASHA TUMBAI they are going into the crowd. Good luck, Verka.

# DANCING LASHA TUMBAI. It's as if they didn't know these moments were

coming up. I suppose you can overthink these things. Filling

telly, isn't it? Well, that's all we have time for.

We can continue now. Let's continue our journey around the world to get

those jury votes. Right now we're going to Bulgaria. Welcome to the

party! It's quite quiet in Sofia tonight, isn't it? Dubstep back.

Looks like you're having a lot of fun over there. Wish I could have

been able to see the performances live but somebody had to announce

the points for Bulgaria. Without further ado, 12 points go to

Austria. Austria 12 points! Let's go to Bo

Halldorsson in Iceland. He sung for his country in 1995

and is also the proud father Thanks for a wonderful show. May we

have your 12 points? You sure can. 12 points go to Portugal! I mean, he

was tipped to do well but I think even he looks a little

shell-shocked. That he's doing this well the jury 's.

Now it's Serbia, where Sanja is speaking to us from Belgrade.

Dobryy vechir, good evening Europe, hello Eurovision. This is Serbia

calling, greetings from Belgrade. Guess what... I have the voting

results. May we have your 12 points? If courts. And the 12 points from

the Serbian jury go-to... Portugal! Congratulations! Portugal 12 points.

This really is extraordinary. The juries are not being very political

at all. Here we go... Good evening to you. Thank you very

much for having us. Hello world. And to Kiev, a very special good evening

of course. It's fantastic to be participating again this year.

Australia is up early this morning and our jury has voted. May we have

your 12 points? Our 12 points go to the United

Kingdom! United Kingdom 12 points. I'm so happy for her! Lucie Jones

and the rest of the delegation delighted. That Emmelie de Forest

sitting beside her. One of the writers of the song.

And now we can go to Guilia in Italy, who is ready to tell us

Hello. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to share our good karma

with you. Thank you for being with us this evening. Please can we have

your 12 points right now? Of course. Italy's 12 points go to...

Azerbaijan! Azerbaijan 12 points. The song Skeletons. It's Barbara.

Six for us, thank you, Germany. Good evening, this is Hamburger calling!

We Celebrating Diversity here thousands of fans. Barbara's having

quite the evening. We really like your energy and your audience. Give

it up for Germany right now everyone here! CHEERING

May we have your 12 points? Barbara smiling, despite the fact Germany

have nothing. Our 12 points go to Norway. To JOWST. And now we

travelled to Portugal. Now we travel to Portugal,

where we are joined by Filomena, who is herself a former

Eurovision host. Congratulations to all the

Eurovision production team, congratulations Alex and Vova.

A message for Salvador, who is in the lead so far. 12 points going

begging, who gets them? Our 12 points goes to... Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan, interesting. Switzerland is up next with Luka

delivering their verdict. Good evening, Switzerland. Nothing

there. Good evening Europe Switzerland calling, thanks for

Celebrating Diversity tonight. We try to do our best. May we have the

12 points? Of course. Here are the results of the Swiss jury and our 12

points go to... Portugal! But a points.

Over to the Netherlands now and another former

Eurovision participant, Douwe Bob Posthuma.

Aww. Five points for us, thank you very much. Good evening Kiev and

good evening all you beautiful people out there, how are you guys

doing? Great, what is the name of this beautiful dog? This is Tammy,

the most wonderful girl in the world. That's great. This is getting

stranger and stranger. You or the beautiful dog tell us your 12 points

please. Our 12 points go to... Portugal. Another 12 for Portugal.

It really obviously resonated with juries across Europe.

Next, we have Ireland and Nicky Byrne, known to millions

of you as a member of the hugely successful band Westlife.

What Ireland didn't make it to the semifinals. Might we get 12 from

there? Dobryy vechir, Kiev, Dublin calling. Congratulations on a

fantastic show for Europe and Australia tonight. Thank you, what

about your 12 point? Yeah, what about them? Come on, Ireland. Sure,

the jury have voted and 12 points from Ireland go to... Belgium! What?

Say what now? I mean, I like the Belgians on, too, but...

To Georgia now, where former Eurovision singer

Does he no he's on television? Is he on a very tall cherry picker?

Thanks for an amazing evening. Thank you, you seem to be very enjoyed

right now. Can we have your 12 points right now? Our 12 points go

to... Portugal. D Portugal 12 points.

Off to Cyprus next. Five points for us.

Good evening. Hello Kiev from Paphos,

the European Capital of Culture. I know everybody's pretty thrilled

to find out how Cyprus voted, so one thing I should do, pun intended, is

to give our 12 points to Greece. Congratulations. Just phone it in.

Oh, let them. Over now to Belarus

and Alyona Lanskaya, who represented her nation

at Eurovision in Malmo 2013. So great to be here

with you tonight. Yeah, go on.

Our 12 points go to... Bulgariana. Still in the game actually. They

keep the 12s going to Portugal. But Bulgaria has been scoring

consistently along the way. Hello and I have no idea how the

Hungarians voted but I surely know how the Romanians voted. So hello

Europe, good evening Kiev, what a pleasure to see you in such a great

mood tonight. Six for Portugal. Here in Bucharest, we are yod eling for

joy, fun and excitement for your great show, thank you. Thank you

too. Now the essential, 12 points go tonight to... The Netherlands.

That's their second 12 of the evening.

Let's see how the good people of Hungary voted.

Three points for us. Thank you for this beautiful

evening. We enjoyed the show. It was fantastic. Great show and great

mood. Thank you very much. And may we have

your 12 points. Please. Hungary gave 12 points to... Portugal.

Oh, ten points for us! Thank you so much. That is a fantastic result.

This is Slovenia calling. That bodes well for the public vote. We're all

nervous and impatient. Here are the votes of the jury: 12 points, our

top mark go to... Portugal. United Kingdom 87 points, that's

already well in excess of what Joe and Jade got last year. She's done

very well already, Lucie Jones. Two points for United Kingdom.

They're flying in now. THEY SPEAK FRENCH Our 12 points go

to... Sweden. Germany now have some points and

Spain still nothing for Spain. I'm not sure the popular vote will

help them much. Very glamorous and they've given us

five points. Thank you very much. Good evening Kiev. Hello from Poland

and greetings to our neighbours. What about your 12 points, did you

get it? Yes, Poland sends 12 points to Portugal.

Next we have Katrina from the United Kingdom,

well known to Eurovision fans as lead singer of former winners

I see we've given ten to Australia. Netherlands did well and Bulgaria.

It's fantastic to be part of this spectacular event.

It brings back wonderful memories of when I won for the UK in 1997.

Don't remind us. Thank you, 1997, the year you were

born. Yeah. Katrina's going to love that. May we have your 12 points.

The 12 points, from the United Kingdom go to... Portugal.

Yes the UK jury agreed with the rest of Europe and gave 12 points to

Portugal. Now let's hear from

Ursula in Croatia. Quite the dress. When it's finished

at least, stunning. Police reveal whom you would like to

send your 12 points. Seven Portugal. So... 12 points from the Croatian

national jury go to... Hungary. Only two more countries to vote. Can

we get over 100 before we head into the popular vote?

Greetings to all of you from Czech Republic.

It's a big honour to be part of this great event again.

Oh, 99 and 12 for Portugal. Sorry, I'm focussing on the UK. We need one

more point, if we get a point from the Ukraine...

Now it's time to hear our home result, as we go to Eurovision

star Zlata, who is right here in the beautiful city of Kiev.

That is not the weather outside, I tell you that now.

Ten for Portugal. Nothing for us so far.

I'm terribly excited about tonight's show and this

is the world of music, peace and love.

Please tell us your 12 points. Finally, our 12 points go to...

Belarus. Story of my life. So that is the

jury vote completed. We have 99 points, we're on the left-hand side