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Today in History: Ireland secures record seventh Eurovision win

5/18/2026

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On 18 May 1996, the 41st Eurovision Song Contest was staged at Oslo’s Spektrum, hosted by NRK after Norway’s 1995 triumph. Ireland’s entry seized the trophy, delivering the country’s seventh victory—the most wins by any nation until Sweden equaled the record in 2023.

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On 18 May 1996, the 41st Eurovision Song Contest was staged at Oslo’s Spektrum, hosted by NRK after Norway’s 1995 triumph. Ireland’s entry seized the trophy, delivering the country’s seventh victory—the most wins by any nation until Sweden equaled the record in 2023.