Céline Dion makes rare appearance as five countries are kicked out

Céline Dion’s Message at Eurovision 2025

Céline Dion made a rare appearance with a pre-recorded message during the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final, celebrating its return to Switzerland, where she won in 1988. Although she expressed her desire to attend, health issues prevented her from being there in person. The semi-final featured ten qualifying acts, including Sweden’s KAJ, whose song “Bara Bada Bastu” is the current favorite to win, potentially granting Sweden its eighth Eurovision title.