"Today (Thursday 6 November) Cyprus became the first country taking part in Eurovision 2026 to announce who would be competing on its behalf. It has chosen the singer Antigoni who will be performing a yet-to-be-announced song. As the first performer confirmed for Eurovision 2026, Antigoni also had the honour of being the first to showcase the introduction videos to be used when announcing the artists taking part."
"These feature music created by Thomas Thurner, who contributed to Austria's winning song in 2025, "Wasted Love." That song serves as the basis for the musical accompaniments to the visual announcements. Reacting to the announcement on Instagram, Antigoni commented, "I'm so honoured 🥹 Cyprus I will make you proud." In her Instagram stories she added, "I am so humbled, honoured & grateful""
"Antigoni Buxton was a contestant on season eight of Love Island UK in 2022. She coupled up with Davide Sanclimenti and Charlie Radnedge. She was subsequently voted off on her ninth day in the villa. Antigoni is also the daughter of Tonia Buxton, a Greek-Cypriot television presenter and chef. The British-Cypriot singer-songwriter has released tracks such as "Man Behind the Wall," "Sleeping Alone," and "Habibi.""
The 70th Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Vienna between 12 and 16 May 2026 at the Wiener Stadthalle. Cyprus selected Antigoni Buxton to represent the country with a song that has not yet been announced. Antigoni showcased the introduction videos that use music created by Thomas Thurner, who contributed to Austria's 2025 winning song "Wasted Love." Antigoni reacted on Instagram expressing honour and gratitude. Antigoni previously appeared on Love Island UK season eight and is the daughter of television presenter and chef Tonia Buxton. Cyprus has never won Eurovision, finishing second in 2018 with "Fuego." Eurovision 2026 faces controversy over Israel's involvement and prior threats of withdrawal from several countries.
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