The singer and actor will be representing the UK at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.
Singer and actor Olly Alexander will represent the UK at 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.
The news was announced during Saturday’s Strictly Come Dancing 2023 final.
The Years & Years frontman and It’s A Sin star appeared in the studio to read out the the terms and conditions for the vote and casually dropped the news that he’s representing the UK in Eurovision 2024.
Asked what he can share about his performance next year, Alexander revealed that he’s currently preparing.
“I love Eurovision so much, it’s a dream come true,” he told host Claudia Winkleman. “I’m just so, so excited.”
In a press release, he added: “I really can’t believe I’m going to be a part of such a special legacy and fly the flag for the UK in the gayest way possible.
“I’m determined to give it everything I’ve got and put on an excellent and unforgettable performance for you all!”
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The 2024 song contest will take place in Sweden next year, follow Loreen’s win this year with her song Tattoo.
The song he will perform in Malmö next May is still under wraps – but the BBC confirmed it was co-written by Alexander and Danny L Harle, who has produced hits for Dua Lipa, Chic and Charli XCX.
Ollie was previously tipped to represent the UK, with an insider revealing: “It’s a dream come true for Olly. Things aren’t quite locked in but he is a favourite with bosses. Despite everyone loving Mae, it’s no secret that everyone was disappointed with how things panned out.”
The source continued: “Olly has said for ages he wants to have a crack at it — and after teaming up with Danny for the song, he thinks we have a great shot.
“He is aware people say that no established act in their right mind would go on the show due to the UK’s track record, but as far as he is concerned that’s just snobbery.”
Eurovision will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in May 2024.
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