The Eurovision Song Contest is back for another year as the first semi-final kicks off on Tuesday, May 10.
This year, all eyes are on Derry as Ireland's 2022 entry Brooke Scullion will take the stage singing her original song 'That's Rich'.
With the whole country cheering her on, this is what you need to know about the former The Voice contestant and Eurovision star.
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Who is Brooke Scullion?
Brooke Scullion is a 23-year-old performer and personal assistant who was born in Bellaghy in Co Down.
Born on March 31 1999, Brooke was involved in both the performing arts and sports from a young age.
While attending school at St Patrick's College Maghera, she performed in several musical productions including Fame, Mamma Mia! and Sister Act.
Apart from her musical talent, she also played on the senior camogie team at Wolfe Tones GAC and was a drama student at Ulster University at Magee.
Was Brooke Scullion on The Voice?
In 2020, Brooke performed on the 9th series of The Voice UK and wowed all four judges at her audition with her cover of Lewis Capaldi's hit single 'Bruises' - having her pick of mentors, she chose pop superstar Meghan Trainor.
The Derry girl soared all the way to the final where she duetted with Ella Eyre and placed in third.
Speaking to Belfast Live about her experience on the show, she said: "I didn't let myself get nervous.
"Being away from the show that long, it felt like when I was coming back, I was starting something new and exciting.
"I worked on my craft during lockdown and I'm proud of what I did, and now I'm proud of how far I've come.
"The audience obviously wasn't there but there were screens in the back and you could see people watching and they were giving a great response."
What song will Brooke Scullion sing at Eurovision?
Brooke will be performing her original song 'That's Rich' at the 2022 song contest.
Dubbed 'Blondie meets The Gossip', 'That's Rich' is a fiery and empowering track that focuses on how you should never settle for anyone who doesn’t fulfil your needs.
Speaking about the single, Brooke said: “I was reading Debbie Harry’s autobiography and wanted to encapsulate the attitude she portrayed in her life.”
Oozing with energy and sass, the songwriter demonstrates her impressive and powerful vocal range, which soars atop a throbbing beat and playful instrumentation.
“That’s Rich” premiered on RTE One’s Ryan Turbidity radio show and was performed for the first time on national TV on RTE's Late Late Show Eurosong Special on 4th February where Brooke topped the votes.
When will Brooke Scullion be performing on the Eurovision semi-finals?
Brooke will be debuting 'That's Rich' on the Eurovision 2022 stage in Italy at the second semi-final event on Thursday, May 12.
Audiences watch 18 songs compete for one of 10 slots in the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest. You can vote for your favourite song via the Official Eurovision Song Contest app.
She will be performing 10th on the night.
How to watch the Eurovision Song Contest
If you are wanting to support Brooke in Northern Ireland or the UK, you can tune into the semi-final shows on Tuesday and Thursday at 8pm on BBC 3.
If you are watching from the Republic of Ireland, you can watch at 8pm both nights on RTE One.
The entire show in its original format will also be live-streamed on the Eurovision YouTube channel.
The live final will take place on Saturday, May 14 at 8pm.
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