In pictures: Eurovision 2019 – BBC News

Here are some of the stand-out images from this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Tel Aviv, Israel.

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The UK’s Michael Rice said he was “living the dream” performing at Eurovision but was left languishing in last place.

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North Macedonia were in the lead for a time as the votes came in – they came eighth in the end.

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Conchita, who won Eurovision in 2014, returned to perform during the interval.

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France’s Bilal Hassani (left) performs during the live final

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Australia’s entry was one of the most hyped – Kate Miller-Heidke came a respectable ninth.

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There were some, ahem, interesting outfits on display – not least Eleni Foureira’s. She represented Cyprus last year and performed during this year’s interval.

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Madonna’s performance drew a “slightly muted response” according to one Mr Graham Norton.

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Despite being the bookies’ favourite, the Netherlands’ Duncan Laurence looked shocked at being named the winner.

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But he was all smiles as he posed with his trophy backstage.

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