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Delta Goodrem Selected for 70th Eurovision Song Contest

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Delta Goodrem to Represent Australia at 70th Eurovision with New Single 'Eclipse'

Delta Goodrem has been announced as Australia's representative for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest, scheduled to take place in May in Vienna, Austria. Goodrem is set to perform her new single, "Eclipse," during the international competition, marking Australia's eleventh entry since its debut in 2015.

Australia's Eleventh Entry in Eurovision Set for Vienna

The 70th annual Eurovision Song Contest will be held at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria, with an expected global audience exceeding 160 million viewers. Delta Goodrem, a 41-year-old singer, will represent Australia, competing during the second half of the second semifinal on Thursday, May 14. This selection marks Australia's 11th participation in Eurovision since the country first joined the contest in 2015.

Selection Process and Goodrem's Statements

Australian broadcaster SBS selected Goodrem for the event.

Goodrem stated that she is honored to represent Australia and described music as a lifelong passion. She expressed appreciation for Eurovision's creativity, individuality, and its role in connecting people globally through music.

Regarding her song, "Eclipse," she described its theme as "alignment" and felt it was an appropriate moment for her to represent her country. Goodrem also cited Olivia Newton-John and Céline Dion, both past Eurovision participants, as influences, referring to Eurovision as a "natural love."

Speculation about Goodrem's participation in Eurovision had circulated for several years. She confirmed receiving a call from SBS months after indicating her willingness to participate "if the right moment happens." The opportunity became feasible in 2025, aligning with anniversary shows for her second album, "Mistaken Identity," following previous postponements due to other projects.

Emily Griggs, SBS head of entertainment, stated that for the 70th anniversary, the broadcaster aimed to send one of Australia’s iconic artists to the international stage, commending Goodrem's powerful voice and performance style. Australia’s creative director for Vienna, Paul Clarke, also praised her songwriting and vocal ability.

Delta Goodrem: A Career Profile

Delta Goodrem signed her first recording contract with Sony Music at the age of 15. Her 2003 debut album, "Innocent Eyes," became Australia's biggest-selling album of the decade and holds the record as the second biggest-selling album of all time by an Australian artist in Australia.

Throughout her career, Goodrem has:

  • Sold millions of albums worldwide.
  • Achieved nine number one singles.
  • Released a total of seven albums (her debut album plus six additional albums).
  • Served as a judge on "The Voice Australia" for eight seasons.
  • Portrayed Olivia Newton-John in a biopic.
  • Toured internationally.
  • Established her own charity.