Graham Norton paid an emotional tribute to the late Sir Terry Wogan during his commentary on tonight's Eurovision Song Contest.
Sir Terry famously became the "voice of Eurovision" and was well-known for his witty commentary, before stepping-down nearly a decade ago.
The broadcaster passed away earlier this year aged 77.
"Tonight's Eurovision is a bittersweet one for many of us, because it's the first one since the death of Sir Terry Wogan," Norton began.
"Eight years ago when I was lucky enough to get this job of commentating, Sir Terry very kindly and graciously phoned me.
"And the only bit of advice he had for me was: 'don't have a drink before song nine'.
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"Well, this is song nine," Norton added, before introducing Sweden's entry Frans with song 'If I Were Sorry'.
The commentator continued: "I would urge you back in the UK at home to raise a cup, a mug, a glass, whatever you have, and give thanks for the man who was, and always will be, the voice of Eurovision. Sir Terry Wogan."
We certainly will be, Graham.
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