JJ, Austrian Countertenor, Triumphs in Eurovision 2025
The Austrian countertenor JJ, whose real name is Johannes Pietsch, won the prestigious Eurovision song contest held in Switzerland on Sunday morning. He secured victory with his entry “Wasted Love,” earning 436 points from both national jury votes and televotes across Europe and beyond. Israel came in second place with 357 points, while Estonia followed closely behind with 356 points.
JJ’s Journey to Eurovision Glory
At 24 years old, JJ’s unique blend of lyric tenor and modern rhythmic beats captivated audiences, surpassing even the most ambitious dreams. His triumphant statement, “Thank you, Europe, for making my dreams come true,” echoed the excitement of his unexpected win. His soaring notes, straddling opera and techno genres, resonated with listeners across the continent.
Eurovision’s Rich History and Impact
With a 69-year history, Eurovision is the world’s largest television entertainment program. It has crowned music legends such as the Swedish group ABBA, French singer France Gall, and Canadian Céline Dion, who represented Switzerland. The contest’s global reach and influence have made it a significant platform for artists to showcase their talents and connect with diverse audiences.
This Year’s Contestants and Predictions
Suecia, a historically dominant force in Eurovision, was the frontrunner in betting circles with the comedic trio KAJ and their sauna-themed song “Bara bada bastu.” However, they faltered as votes came in, ultimately placing fourth, behind Italy, Greece, and France.
Voting System Explained
The contest’s outcome was determined by separate votes from national juries and television viewers in each of the 37 participating countries, with equal weight. Additionally, an extra vote from the rest of the world as a collective further influenced the final decision.
Recent Eurovision Winners
Here’s a list of the last ten Eurovision winners, along with the total number of victories by country:
- 2025: Austria — JJ, “Wasted Love”
- 2024: Switzerland — Nemo, “The Code”
- 2023: Sweden — Loreen, “Tattoo”
- 2022: Ukraine — Kalush Orchestra, “Stefania”
- 2021: Italy — Maneskin, “Zitti E Buoni”
- 2019: Netherlands — Duncan Laurence, “Arcade”
- 2018: Israel — Netta, “Toy”
- 2017: Portugal — Salvador Sobral, “Amar Pelos Dois”
- 2016: Ukraine — Jamala, “1944”
- 2015: Sweden — Mans Zelmerlow, “Heroes”
Victory Count by Country
Ireland and Sweden lead the pack with seven victories each. The United Kingdom, France, and Luxembourg follow closely with five wins apiece. Israel has secured four titles, while Austria, Denmark, Norway, Italy, Switzerland, and Ukraine have each claimed three. Germany and Spain boast two victories, while Azerbaijan, Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Latvia, Monaco, Portugal, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, and former Yugoslavia have each secured a single win.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who won Eurovision 2025? JJ, a countertenor from Austria, won Eurovision 2025 with his song “Wasted Love.”
- What is JJ’s real name? JJ’s real name is Johannes Pietsch.
- How many points did JJ earn? JJ earned a total of 436 points.
- Which countries finished second and third? Israel came in second place with 357 points, followed by Estonia with 356 points.
- What is the voting system in Eurovision? The contest’s outcome is determined by separate votes from national juries and television viewers in each of the 37 participating countries, with equal weight. An extra vote from the rest of the world as a collective further influences the final decision.
