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French Media Report Monroe Chosen for Eurovision 2026, Awaiting Official Word

The reported pick would signal a shift toward a classical‑crossover act after recent pop selections.

Overview

  • Several outlets, led by Le Parisien citing blogger Clément Garin, report that Monroe has been tapped to represent France at Eurovision 2026.
  • France Télévisions and the singer have not confirmed the report, leaving the nomination unofficial for now.
  • Monroe, 17, is a Franco‑American lyric singer who won the 2025 season of the TV competition Prodiges.
  • She released her debut album on November 28, 2025 on Warner Music, blending classical repertoire with contemporary songs, and reports suggest a pop‑classical Eurovision entry.
  • If confirmed, she would perform for France in Vienna on May 16, and her ongoing church‑and‑cathedral tour includes Paris’s Saint‑Sulpice on May 19.