Eurovision Organizers Hit as Contest Viewership Plummets

The Eurovision Song Contest experienced a notable decline in viewership this year, a trend attributed by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) to several countries' decisions to withdraw from the competition. This boycott was a form of protest against Israel's participation in the event.

Nations such as Iceland, Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia opted not to send representatives to this year's contest. This collective absence contributed to the overall decrease in the audience figures.

Furthermore, the contest saw a reduction in its younger demographic. The proportion of viewers aged 15-24 dropped to 54.8%, a decrease from the 60.4% recorded in Basel in May 2025. This indicates a waning interest among a key audience segment.

Bulgaria's representative, Dara, won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Bangaranga." Israel's representative secured second place, while Romania's artist came in third. Lithuania's representative, Lion Ceccah, finished in 22nd position out of the 25 countries competing in the final.