Here at Eurovision Ireland, we look at what happened at the Eurovision Song Contest and Family of Events #OnThisDay. Today is 7th May 2018 and we look at one of France’s victories.

7th May – 41 Years Ago Today

On this day in 1977, the 22nd Eurovision Song Contest took place in the Wembley Conference Centre, London. Marie Myriam took part for France, becoming their fifth and final entry to date, to win for her country. Marie Myriam finished with a 15 point margin over their nearest competitor, Lynsey de Paul & Mike Moran from the United Kingdom.

Video: YouTube/ESC 1989

Author: Richard Taylor

Source: Eurovision Ireland