The news was revealed during the final of BBC1 dance competition showStrictly Come Dancinglast night.

I love Eurovision so much, its a dream come true, said Claudia Winkleman.

Last years British entrant, Mae Muller was second to last as Sweden won through Eurovision icon Loreen won.

Olly Alexander

Olly AlexanderMike Marsland/WireTap

Alexander was previously the frontman of Years and Years, but is now releasing music under his own name.

Eurovision 2024 will comprise a pair of semi-finals and the grand final.

They will be held on May 7, 9 and 11.

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