SVT, the Swedish national broadcaster, have revealed the English commentary team lined up for Melodifestivalen 2026 – their national selection for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, in Vienna.

Journalist Bella Qvist is commenting on the competition for the sixth time since 2021, joined by American journalist William Lee Adams, who returns for his third consecutive year. Bella Qvist had the following to say:

“It feels fantastic to be back in the commentary booth together with William. I look forward to guiding international fans, English-speaking viewers and new Mello discoverers – but also Swedes who want to follow the final with English live commentary through all the crazy, exciting and magical things that are Melodifestivalen.”

Anders Wistbacka, Project Manager for Melodifestivalen, had the following to say:

“Melodifestivalen has many international viewers and it is very nice that we can offer English commentary so that even more people can take part in the program. We are also happy that Bella and William are back, they do a fantastic job of guiding the audience through the entire Mello party.”

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: SVT