Eurovision 2025: SRG-SSR unveils the hosts!

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SRG- SSR, the Swiss national broadcaster, has unveiled one of the biggest mysteries surrounding the upcoming Eurovision edition in Basel! Ladies and gentlemen habemus hosts!

Michelle Hunziker, Sandra Studer and Hazel Brugger will have the grand honour of hosting the forthcoming Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel.

Sandra Studer and Hazel Brugger will host the two semi-finals and the Grand Final. The Grand Final will be hosted by Sandra Studer, Hazel Brugger and Michelle Hunziker.

SSR-SRG’s official press release reads:

The ESC 2025 in Basel will be hosted by three extraordinary women who embody the Swiss ESC motto, «Welcome Home» in a congenial way. Hazel Brugger, Sandra Studer and Michelle Hunziker will present the «Grand Final», which will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the St. Jakobshalle and will be watched by over 160 million viewers worldwide. Hazel Brugger and Sandra Studer will also host the two semi-final shows. 

The choice of the host trio for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 symbolizes the values that define Switzerland: openness, diversity, multilingualism, and a sense of togetherness. They will not only celebrate Europe’s diversity but also bring the values and spirit of Switzerland to the stage – country known for its openness, integration, and community. 

Hazel Brugger, 31, is an award-winning stand-up comedian and presenter. Born in the USA, she grew up near Zurich and now lives in the Darmstadt region in Germany. She captivates audiences with her dry humor and keen observational skills – not to mention her passion for the ESC. She is a winner of the German Comedy Award, the Salzburg Bull, and Swiss Comedy Award. The jury of the German Kleinkunstpreis called her «the queen of wit». As a voice of the younger generation, Hazel offers entertaining, witty and innovative perspectives on the event.

Michelle Hunziker, 47, grew up in Ostermundigen near Bern and is one of Switzerland’s best known international personalities. She is one of Europe’s most beloved entertainers, known for TV highlights on German and Italian television such as «Wetten, dass..?», «Striscia la Notizia» and the renowned «Sanremo Festival». As a versatile media personality and entrepreneur in the European entertainment landscape, Michelle brings an international reputation that will put both Switzerland and the ESC on the world stage.

Sandra Studer, 55, started her career in 1991 as Switzerland’s ESC participant. Under the stage name Sandra Simó, she secured the fifth place with the song «Canzone per te». Since then, she has shaped Swiss culture as a presenter, actress, and singer. Her deep connection to the ESC has seen her take on roles such as national preselection host, spokesperson, and commentator. Sandra Studer’s ESC journey has become full circle: The grande dame of Swiss entertainment will bring charm, professionalism, and warmth to the ESC 2025 as the perfect host to capture its spirit.

Moritz Stadler and Reto Peritz (ESC 2025 co-Executive Producers) say:

For the world’s biggest show, it was important for us to recruit hosts who bring more than just presenting skills – Hazel, Sandra, and Michelle bring unique versatility with additional talents such as comedy, dance, or singing. We are incredibly proud to have signed such impressive and diverse women as hosts. Together with Mélanie and Sven, our two hosts for the Arena plus public viewing, they form a true dream team that will delight audiences around the world! Together, the team reflects cultural and linguistic diversity of our country and embodies Switzerland’s openness, its ability to bridge cultures, and its feeling of being home to everyone – true to our Swiss motto ‘Welcome Home’.

The clock is ticking….

Basel is very pleased to host Europe’s favorite television show for the very first time in the history of the Eurovision Song Contest. Switzerland is all set to welcome the Eurovision bandwagon for the  third time, having hosted the event in Lugano (1956) and Lausanne (1989).

The clock is ticking as the countdown to the upcoming Eurovision edition has kicked off with 38 nations slated to compete in Basel!

SRG-SSR and Switzerland are gearing up in full steam to host the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. Both the City of  Basel and the Swiss national broadcaster are working round the clock in order to showcase an extraordinary dazzling show next May.

The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest is scheduled to be held on 13, 15 and 17 May at the St.Jakobs Halle in Basel, Switzerland.

Source: SRG-SSR/EBU
Photo credit: SRG-SSR/ EBU