Everything you need to know about Eurovision host Hannah Waddingham

Hannah Waddingham is a British singer and actress who’s best known for her roles in Ted Lasso and Game of Thrones.

She has won an Emmy Award, was nominated for a Golden Globe, and starred in many West End and Broadway productions.

Additional credits include Hocus Pocus 2, Game of Thrones, Sex Education, Willow and the upcoming Tom Jones limited series.

On hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, she said: “There’s something really special about Eurovision which is why I’ve been an avid fan for years – from the camaraderie of all the acts backstage, to the epic scale of the show.

“It’s one of the world’s greatest music festivals, but this year, perhaps more than ever, it is such a great honour to be standing shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine, a country which has carried itself with such strength and unity.

“It is my great privilege to join Eurovision this year of all years.”