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Live UpdateFrom the Liveblog of Saturday, May 13, 2023
Israel’s Noa Kirel performs ‘Unicorn’ at Eurovision grand final
Amy Spiro is a reporter and writer with The Times of Israel
Israel's Noa Kirel appearing at the grand final of the 2023 Eurovision in Liverpool, UK, May 13, 2023. (Screenshot/EBU)
Israel’s Noa Kirel performs her song “Unicorn” at the 2023 Eurovision grand final in Liverpool.
Kirel is singing in the 23rd slot tonight, followed by only three other artists. Once everyone has performed, voting will open, with viewers around the world able to cast their vote for any of the 26 finalists.
The full results are not expected until after 2 a.m. Israel time. While the votes are being tallied, former Israeli champion Netta Barzilai will perform along with a group of other former Eurovision icons.
Kirel appears near tears after wrapping up her final performance.
