La Voix to serve as the UK’s Eurovision ‘spokesqueen’ results announcer

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15 May 2026 • 10:53 PM MYT
The Independent
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La Voix to serve as the UK’s Eurovision ‘spokesqueen’ results announcer

  • Drag artist La Voix, real name Christopher Dennis, is scheduled to announce the UK's national jury results at Eurovision 2026, marking her as the nation's first “spokesqueen”.
  • The RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star, 46, expressed considerable excitement for the upcoming event, humorously noting the prevalence of sequins and mandatory key changes.
  • Representing the UK on stage will be YouTube sensation Look Mum No Computer, also known as Sam Battle, performing the song “Eins, Zwei, Drei”, having secured a place in the grand final as one of the 'big four' nations.
  • The Eurovision contest has been overshadowed by controversy surrounding Israel’s entry, Noam Bettan, who received boos during his semi-final performance amidst protests in Austria concerning Israel's actions in Gaza.
  • Amnesty International criticised the European Broadcasting Union for its failure to suspend Israel, labelling their stance as 'cowardice' and a 'blatant double standard' when compared to Russia's suspension in 2022.

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