Delta Goodrem has advanced to the Eurovision Song Contest final after delivering a powerful performance of her power ballad 'Eclipse' in Vienna on Saturday night. The Australian singer, known for her role in Neighbours, is now second favorite to win the competition, behind Finland's duo Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen.
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Delta Goodrem has advanced to the Eurovision Song Contest final after her powerful performance of 'Eclipse' in Vienna. The Australian singer is now second favorite to win, behind Finland's duo Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed support for Goodrem ahead of the final. If she wins, another European nation would host the event as Australia is not eligible.
The 41-year-old superstar brought the arena to its feet with a dramatic rendition of 'Eclipse', complete with blinding stage lights, swirling smoke, and a full-force wind machine moment. According to Daily Mail, Goodrem is sitting as the second favorite to win the 70th edition of the iconic song contest.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese threw his support behind Goodrem ahead of the final, posting on X: 'Good luck at the Eurovision Grand Final, Delta. You've already made Australia proud. We'll all be cheering you on.' Bookmakers are tipping a nail-biting finish between Australia and Finland.
Despite Australia being one of the favorites, Eurovision organizers have confirmed that if Australia wins, another European nation would host the event as Australia is not eligible to host due to its associate member status. According to The Guardian, the contest winner must 'co-host' with a full EBU member country within Europe.
Goodrem's journey to Eurovision success has been monumental, overcoming health battles including Hodgkin lymphoma and re-learning how to speak after having her salivary gland removed. Her resurgence comes off the back of her incredible survivor story, making her performance at Eurovision even more significant.
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