Graham Norton is set to replace Terry Wogan on this years Eurovision Song Contest.

Terry will stand down after presenting the show for 35 years, Wogan said he would be “sad to leave it all behind”.

He said: “I’ve had 35 wonderful years commentating on the Eurovision for radio and television.

“From my first, in a small musichall in Dublin, to my last, in the huge arena in Belgrade, it has been nothing but laughter and fun.

“The silly songs, the spectacle, the grandiose foolishness of it all.

“Let’s hope that between (Norton) and the musical brilliance of Lloyd Webber, Royaume Uni will gather its proper share of ‘Douze Points’ and bring the Grand Prix home to where it belongs.”

Norton described it as “an amazing job and a huge honour”.

He said: “Sir Terry is nothing less than legend and is an impossible act to follow, but somebody must and I just couldn’t say no.

“I can’t wait to get to Moscow. With a combination of cheap vodka and a language barrier what could possibly go wrong?”

Jay Hunt, Controller of BBC One, thanked Sir Terry for his work on the programmes.

“Terry has enhanced viewer’s enjoyment of Eurovision for many years,” she said.

“I am delighted that Graham Norton will now be bringing his wit to bear on this iconic music event.”