Monroe to Represent France at Eurovision 2026 with “Regarde!”

France has selected 17-year-aged singer Monroe to represent the nation at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, on May 17, 2026. She will perform her song, “Regarde!” (“Look!”), a blend of pop and operatic influences.

A Rising Star from Prodiges

Monroe gained national recognition after winning the eleventh season of the French talent show Prodiges in January 2025. Her performance of “La Reine de la nuit” from Mozart’s The Magic Flute impressed both the jury and the audience with her vocal ability and artistry. [Eurovision.com]

Musical Background and Debut Album

Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, to a French mother and an American father, Monroe grew up in a musical family. She began piano and voice lessons at age seven and participated in her church choir in Brigham City, Utah. [Eurovisionworld.com] In November 2025, she released her self-titled debut album, featuring both classical pieces and covers of popular songs like Édith Piaf’s “L’hymne à l’amour” and “Over the Rainbow.”

“Regarde!”: A Song of Love and Unity

“Regarde!” was composed by Fred Savio, Fredie Marche, and the Violin Phonix, a popular French violin duo. The song aims to celebrate the diversity of French musical cultures, incorporating elements of opera, musicals, and pop music. It is described as a “cry from the heart and a hymn to love,” emphasizing the unifying power of emotions despite differences. [Eurovision.com]

France’s Eurovision History

France is a founding member of the Eurovision Song Contest, having participated 67 times since 1956. The country has won the contest five times (1958, 1960, 1962, 1969, and 1977), but has not achieved victory since 1977. As a member of the “Big Five” (along with Germany, Italy, Spain, and the host country), France automatically qualifies for the Grand Final. [Eurovisionworld.com]

Early Predictions and Future Plans

According to early predictions from fan site Eurovisions and Friends, Monroe is considered a strong contender, currently ranking second with approximately 12% chance of winning, behind Finland. [Eurovision.com] Following Eurovision, Monroe is scheduled to embark on a tour of churches in the Île-de-France region, performing classical repertoire by composers such as Franz Schubert and Johann Sebastian Bach.

Monroe is the second-youngest French representative at Eurovision, following Nathalie Pâque, who was 11 years old in 1989.