United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest 1997 own band in America called California Screaming. The UK was awarded 12 points (the highest possible) a total of 10 times. United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest 1997 The United Kingdom's entry into the Eurovision Song Contest 1997 was "Love Shine a Light" by Katrina & the Waves. The entry was chosen during the UK selection show, "The Great British Song Contest", hosted by Dale Winton on 9 March, with the results announced six days later. The UK went on to win the song contest which was being held in Dublin, Ireland, with an unprecedented 227 points. The UK
Eurovision Song Contest 1997 was determined by order of performance in the contest. The spokespersons are shown alongside each country. Eurovision Song Contest 1997 The Eurovision Song Contest 1997, was the 42nd edition of the annual Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Dublin, Ireland, following Eimear Quinn's win at the 1996 contest in Oslo, Norway with the song "The Voice". This was a record seventh hosting of the event for Ireland, and the fourth in five years. The contest was held at the Point Theatre on 3 May 1997. Carrie Crowley and Boyzone member Ronan Keating were the presenters of the show. Twenty-five