Greece’s Klavdia earns widespread praise after sixth-place Eurovision finish

·

Greek singer Klavdia Papadopoulou has received an outpouring of praise following her impressive sixth-place finish at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest with the song Asteromata.

Despite a slow start with the jury vote, Klavdia captivated the live audience and international viewers, ultimately securing 231 points. Her performance defied predictions and marked Greece’s best Eurovision result since 2013.

In the semi-finals, Klavdia delivered an electrifying rendition of Asteromata, securing Greece’s spot in the final.

Photo: EPA / Georgios Kefalas.

The 22-year-old singer of Pontic descent first rose to fame on The Voice of Greece and debuted with the single Lonely Heart in 2022.

Austria’s JJ won the contest with Wasted Love, earning 436 points, followed by Israel and Estonia. JJ, a counter-tenor at the Vienna State Opera, thanked fans, saying: “Thank you so much for making my dreams come true. Love is the strongest force in the world; let’s spread more love.”

Klavdia’s standout performance and graceful rise through the competition have been hailed by fans and media alike, reaffirming her status as one of Eurovision 2025’s breakout stars.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Wreaths, prayer and living memory: SA Pontians commemorate the Greek Genocide

The South Australian Pontian community gathered solemnly on Sunday, May 18 to commemorate the Greek Genocide.

Pontian community gathers in Sydney to honour Greek Genocide victims

A moving memorial service commemorating the victims of the Greek Genocide was held on Sunday, May 18, in Sydney.

Mural in the making: Coburg’s Kastorian tribute takes shape

The Kastoria Club in Coburg North welcomed Dean and Peter from Yitonia on Sunday, May 18, for a special community event.

Archbishop Makarios lays foundation stone for new Greek Orthodox Church in Darwin

His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia arrived in Darwin on Saturday, May 17, to preside over the laying of the foundation stone.

Basketball parent John Kontonis settles Supreme Court case over year-long ban

Melbourne father John Kontonis has confidentially settled a Supreme Court case against the Collingwood Basketball Association.

You May Also Like

Cypriot Community of NSW congratulates The Greek Herald on its 95th anniversary

Ο Ελληνικός Κήρυκας «γεννήθηκε» το 1926 και η Κυπριακή Κοινότητα Νέας Νότιας Ουαλίας το 1929.  Είναι, λοιπόν, σχεδόν στην ίδια ηλικία. Από τότε που δημιουργήθηκαν,...

Greek Community of Melbourne students take part in ‘Youth Theatre Air’

On Saturday, April 22, the opening ceremony of the 4th International Online Meeting/Festival - Youth Theater On Air "Theatre in front of a microphone"...

Global investigation claims Cyprus helped protect Russian wealth

A global investigation shows Russian influence in Cyprus has helped billionaires structure their wealth prior to the invasion of Ukraine.