Dara and her song “Bangaranga” skyrocketed Bulgaria to first place at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest HELMUT FOHRINGER/APA/AFP via Getty Images/AFP
HELMUT FOHRINGER/APA/AFP via Getty Images/AFP
Bulgaria has won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest — the country’s first-ever win.
The achievement surprised many because Bulgaria wasn’t among the favorites to win in 2026. But with its catchy “Welcome to the riot!” refrain and bouncy vibe, performer Dara’s banging anthem “Bangaranga” bested 24 other nations for
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