Senhit and Boy George to Represent San Marino at Eurovision 2026
San Marino has selected Senhit, featuring Boy George, to represent the nation at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna with their song “Superstar.” This marks Senhit’s fourth time representing San Marino in the competition.
Selection Process and Competition
Senhit and Boy George won the San Marino Song Contest 2026 final, which took place on March 6, 2026, at the Teatro Nuovo in Dogana. The competition featured 21 finalists from 13 countries, with the winner chosen solely by a jury vote. The final five contenders were Senhit ft. Boy George, Kelly Joyce, Paolo Belli, Iniz Neziri, and Maya Azucena (with Iniz Neziri and Maya Azucena tying).
Senhit’s Eurovision History
Senhit previously represented San Marino in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2011 with the song “Stand By,” finishing 16th in the semi-final. She returned in 2020 with “Freaky” and again in 2021 with “Adrenalina,” featuring Flo Rida, where they placed 22nd.
Boy George’s Involvement
Notably, Boy George was not physically present on stage with Senhit during the live performance. He contributed to the songwriting of “Superstar” alongside Senhit, Jonathan Bellini, and Thomas Stengaard. Boy George has a significant songwriting history, having also contributed to entries from the United Kingdom, Luxembourg, Austria, Cyprus, Azerbaijan, Germany, Denmark, and San Marino in recent years.
Other Awards Presented at the San Marino Song Contest 2026
Prior to announcing the winner, RTV San Marino presented several awards:
- Pellegrina Pibigas received the “Ludovico di Meo” Press Award.
- Dolcenera was awarded the Critics’ award and the SIAE prize for best lyrics.
- Maya Azucena received the “Dreaming San Marino Rispariamo Casa” award for best novel artist.
- Rosa Chemical received the “Titano Style” fashion award.
San Marino at Eurovision
San Marino has participated in the Eurovision Song Contest every year since its debut in 2008, with exceptions in 2009 and 2010. The nation has reached the final four times.
Semi-Final Placement
Senhit and Boy George will perform “Superstar” in the second semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026.
Sources: EurovisionWorld, AussieVision, EurovisionUniverse