Israeli Eurovision representative Yuval Raphael revealed today (Tuesday) the outfit she will wear on the Eurovision stage. In a post published to the official Eurovision Instagram account, Yuval is seen wearing a black tailored suit, designed especially for her by renowned Israeli designer Victor (Vivi) Bellaish.
First Rehearsal on the Eurovision Stage
Less than 24 hours after landing, Yuval took to the stage in Basel for her first rehearsal ahead of the Eurovision contest.
At the heart of her performance is a breathtaking chandelier, standing 5.5 meters tall and 3.5 meters in diameter, adorned with hundreds of crystals—a visual continuation of the official music video’s aesthetic. The chandelier ends in a two-meter-high balcony, a symbolic homage to the historic balcony where Theodor Herzl stood in Basel in 1897.
Yuval performed alone on stage, with no dancers or onstage companions.
Yoav Tzafir, director of the Israeli delegation, shared: “I’m stunned by Yuval’s professionalism! Let me remind you—just six months ago, she had never even stood on a stage!”
You’ll Be in the Hearts of Every Israeli Home
Yesterday (Monday), Yuval met with President Isaac Herzog at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem. President Herzog addressed Yuval with heartfelt words: “There’s a national consensus around you. You have a wonderful personality, and your story is amazing. When you go up on stage, remember—you’ll be in the hearts of every Israeli household and every Jew around the world. We are very proud of you.”
The president and his wife Michal wished her great success.
Yuval shared her emotions ahead of the performance: “On the one hand, I’m coming to work with the intention and desire to win. But on the other hand, I can’t help but feel like I’ve already won—just by being there and having the privilege to do this.”
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From Nova to Basel: A Journey of Triumph
Yuval survived the Nova music festival massacre on October 7, 2023, and later won Season 11 of “The Next Star”. She will represent Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, held in Basel, Switzerland, with the song “New Day Will Rise”, written by singer-songwriter Keren Peles.
Yuval will perform in the second semifinal, broadcast on May 15 on Israeli TV Station, Kan 11.
