Earlier this week, French newspaper Le Parisien has revealed that 17-year-old lyrical singer Monroe will represent France at Eurovision 2026 in May. French broadcaster France Télévision confirmed the information today on their socials.
A song title but no song yet
With the entire French press having foregone the use of conditional sentences, it had been clear for days that Monroe was going to represent France at Eurovision when the official announcement came. France Télévisions did however reveal the title of her song: “Regarde” (“Look!”), but has not yet announced a date or time for its release.
For Slimane, in 2024, the song was released during the 8pm news program of France 2, while Louane had a great show during the half-time of a Six Nations rugby match at the Stade de France. According to sources from the French press, the song will be “fun” and mix “pop”, “urban” and “classical” sounds.
A French-American lyrical singer for France
Born from an American father and a French mother, Monroe grew up in Utah and started to sing in her local church choir. Last year, she took part in the singing section of the 11th season of “Prodiges”, a talent show broadcast by France Télévisions over the Christmas holidays, showcasing young dancers, musicians and singers aged 7 to 16, described as “prodigies” of music. She won the show’s final in January 2025 and has recently released her first album, Monroe, with covers of famous classic tracks.
Eurovision will mean a change of plans for her, as she was due to start a tour of churches and cathedral in April, with some dates planned over Eurovision rehearsals.
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