It's time for the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 and the competition is well and truly on as 26 countries all compete for spot in the grand final.

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But the performers haven't been all that audiences can talk about, with hosts Hazel Brugger and Sandra Studer impressing those tuning in with their quirky jokes, quips and questionable outfits.

And there is now a new presenter in our midst! TV presenter Michelle Hunziker is joining the presenting line-up alongside Hazel and Sandra for the grand final, adding 30 years of TV experience to the mix.

While the presenters may be household names for those in Switzerland and across Europe, the same might not be said for those tuning in from the United Kingdom.

So just who are the presenters at this year's contest? Read on to learn more about Eurovision hosts Hazel Brugger. Sandra Studer and Michelle Hunziker.

Who is Hazel Brugger?

Hazel Brugger smiling with her body turned to the side, wearing a grey shirt and white cardigan.
Hazel Brugger. Gerald Matzka/Getty Images

Age: 31

Instagram: @hazelsgonnahaze

Job: Poet and comedian

Hazel Brugger is an American, German and Swiss slam poet and comedian, having been born in California to a Swiss father and German father.

Hazel first began her TV career in 2016 as a correspondent on the German political satire show heute-show. Three years later, Hazel began a YouTube series which she hosts with her husband Thomas Spitzer in which they discuss and explore bizarre places with other German comedians.

Who is Sandra Studer?

Sandra Studer wearing a silver dress, smiling ahead.
Sandra Studer. Thomas Niedermueller/Getty Images for ZFF

Age: 56

Instagram: @sandra_studer

Job: Singer and TV presenter

For Eurovision fans, plenty will recognise Sandra Studer from representing Switzerland at the Eurovision Song Contest 1991.

It was from there, Studer rose to fame and has gone on to have a career in TV presenting and acting. Prior to hosting this year's contest, Studio was the presenter for the Swiss national pre-selection show as well as the spokesperson and commentator for Switzerland in the contest.

Who is Michelle Hunziker?

Michelle Hunziker smiling ahead. She is wearing a blue wrap around dress and has short blonde hair.
Michelle Hunziker. Massimo Insabato/Archivio Massimo Insabato/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images

Age: 48

Instagram: @therealhunzigram

Job: TV presenter

Michelle Hunziker is a TV presenter and former model, who is joining the Eurovision 2025 presenting line-up for the grand final.

Over the course of her career, Michelle has worked on the likes of Paperissima Sprint and Colpo di Fulmine in Italy. She is also known to the screens in Switzerland due to her dual heritage and has hosted the Swiss show Cinderella and various talk shows.

She is no stranger to the stage either, having starred in The Sound of Music and Cabaret, both of which were huge successes in Italy.

The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 final will take place on Saturday 17th May 2025.

You can also check out the full list of Eurovision winners and how many times the UK has won Eurovision here.

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Katelyn MensahSenior Entertainment Writer

Katelyn Mensah is the Senior Entertainment Writer for Radio Times, covering all major entertainment programmes, reality TV shows and the latest hard-hitting documentaries. She previously worked at The Tab, with a focus on reality TV and showbiz news and has obtained a BA (Hons) in Journalism.

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