EBU and Swiss broadcasters SSR SRG have announced the presenters who will host Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The announcement was made during a press conference held at 3:00 p.m. in the Frank O. Gehry Auditorium in Basel.
The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2025 in Basel promises to be an unforgettable event, hosted by a trio of iconic hosts: Hazel Brugger, Michelle Hunziker and Sandra Studer. These charismatic figures perfectly reflect the Swiss motto of this edition, «Welcome Home»highlighting the values of openness, diversity and cohesion.
A trio of complementary facilitators
- Hazel Bruggera talented and award-winning comedian, represents the young generation with her sharp humor and original perspective.
- Michelle Hunzikera presenter recognized on a European scale, brings her charisma and international fame thanks to a flourishing career in Italy and Germany.
- Sandra Studera former ESC participant and key figure on the Swiss scene, embodies elegance and professionalism with strong historical ties to Eurovision.
They will host the Grand Final together on May 17, 2025 at the St. Jakobshalle. Hazel Brugger and Sandra Studer will also present the two semi-finals.
A show to also experience at the Arena Plus
In parallel, Melanie Freymond et Sven Epiney will host the pre-show and the Public Viewing in the Parc Saint-Jacques stadium (St. Jakob-Park), transformed for the occasion. They will also intervene during the Grand Final to announce the Swiss points of the legendary vote.
- Melanie Freymonda seasoned presenter from French-speaking Switzerland, will bring her experience acquired at RTS to cultural and entertainment programs.
- Sven Epineyan emblematic figure of Swiss media, is a regular at Eurovision and will share his expertise with passion, while continuing his role as commentator for SRF.
A memorable pre-show
The 90-minute pre-show will bring together international and Swiss artists such as Baby Lasagna, DJ Antoine et Anna Rossinellipromising a start with a bang before the broadcast of the Grand Final. Tickets, whose prices vary between €60 and €140, will be available on Ticketcorner from the January 30, 2025 at 10:00 a.m..
Switzerland at the heart of Europe
The choice of this trio reflects the spirit of unity and diversity that makes Switzerland strong, while celebrating the cultural wealth of Europe. With their talent and experience, they promise to enhance ESC 2025, offering Switzerland an exceptional showcase on the world stage.
Basel has been appointed as host city of the 69th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, which will be held in May 2025. The decision, taken after a fierce competition with Geneva, was announced at the end of August. Both cities had presented convincing arguments, making the choice of the organizing committee particularly difficult.
This victory marks a historic moment for Basel, which was able to stand out and win against its Geneva rival. For Switzerland, which has not hosted the event since 1989, it is an opportunity to shine again on the international stage. The country won the right to organize this edition thanks to Nemo’s victory in Malmö last Mayr, with its title “The Code”, which won over the public and the jurors. Basel promises a memorable spectacle on the scale of this global event.
-This will be the third time that Switzerland will host Eurovision, after the inaugural edition of the Contest came to us from Lugano in 1956 and that of 1989 took place at the Palais de Beaulieu in Lausanne.
Switzerland had the privilege of organizing Eurovision 2025 thanks to Nemo’s victory in the 2024 edition with his title «The Code». With a remarkable score of 591 pointsdont 365 awarded by the jury et 226 by televotinghe gave Switzerland its first victory since 1988.
The 69th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest will be held at BaselTHE May 13, 15 and 17, 2025.
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