Emmy Kristiansen
Emmy Kristiansen is a Norwegian singer-songwriter who gained international attention after winning the Late Late Show Eurosong Special, making history as the first non-Irish artist to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest with her song 'Laika Party'. Known for her upbeat electropop style, Emmy's music often carries poignant themes, as exemplified in her tribute to the Soviet space dog Laika. Despite her initial shyness and apprehension regarding public opinion, she has embraced her role as a performer and aims to spread positivity through her music.
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Recent news mentions
Ireland failed to make it beyond the semi-final on Thursday night, despite high hopes for the catchy Laika Party performed by Norwegian-born Emmy Kristiansen.
Austria named winners of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-18
Emmy Kristiansen performed the catchy Laika Party for Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest.
Sweden, Austria and Israel among favourites amid Gaza protests – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-17
Emmy Kristiansen is third in the running order between Montenegro and Latvia.
the 10 countries advancing to the final – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-14
Ireland’s Eurovision hopes have been entrusted to 24-year-old Norwegian singer Emmy Kristiansen, who will perform the song Laika Party.
When is it on, what are Ireland’s chances and how does voting work? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-13
Emmy Kristiansen is a Norwegian singer who represented Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest with her song 'Laika Party'.
‘I’m very scared of people’s opinions. I’m shy as a person’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-10
