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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Lydia Spencer-Elliott

Graham Norton reveals when he’ll retire from Eurovision hosting

Eurovision Song Contest host Graham Norton has revealed that his retirement from fronting the BBC’s coverage of the competition’s grand final will depend on his continence.

The beloved 63-year-old Irish presenter, who replaced the late Terry Wogan as the voice of the contest in 2008 after his 35-year stint, said the show’s gruelling schedule, which sees stars film for four hours straight, doesn’t allow for “wee breaks” throughout the lengthy broadcast.

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