The BBC has announced that Sara Cox will take over from Scott Mills as the host of its Eurovision Song Contest semi-final coverage on Radio 2 and BBC Sounds. The 70th edition of the contest is scheduled to take place in Vienna, Austria, from 12 to 16 May 2026.
Broadcasting Line-Up
Rylan will co-present the semi-finals on television and iPlayer alongside Irish presenter Angela Scanlon. Graham Norton returns to host the Grand Final on BBC One. Former Drag Race UK winner Tia Kofi will provide backstage gossip and updates from Vienna for the BBC's digital channels.
UK Entry
The United Kingdom, as one of the pre-qualified 'Big Four' countries, is guaranteed a spot in the Grand Final. UK entry Look Mum No Computer will perform during the second semi-final. The artist has stated he would wear 'nul points' as a badge of pride.
The announcement confirms the BBC's full coverage plans for Eurovision 2026, which includes a mix of returning and new presenters across radio, television, and digital platforms.
