Here at Eurovision Ireland, we are taking a historical look back on our favourite Contests past and present, on the very day they took place. Today it’s May 16th:

Saturday 16th May 2009

On this day in 2009, the 54th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest took place in Moscow, Russia. Norway took victory with Alexander Rybak performing “Fairytale” and 387 points.

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Author: Richard Taylor

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