Johnny Logan

Johnny Logan solidified his place in music history by becoming the only artist to win the Eurovision Song Contest an unprecedented three times. He first represented Ireland in 1980 with Shay Healy’s song ‘What’s Another Year,’ securing his inaugural victory in The Hague, which subsequently became a chart-topping hit across Europe and reached number one in the UK. Logan’s early career also saw him starring in theatrical productions, including the 1977 Irish musical ‘Adam and Eve’ as Adam and in ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ as Joseph. He released his first single under the stage name Johnny Logan in 1978.

He also showcased his theatrical versatility by performing in the Celtic rock opera ‘Excalibur’ in 2009, 2010, and 2011. In 2024, Logan remained active, making an appearance in the Eurovision semi-final where he covered ‘Euphoria’ and performed on ZDF’s ‘Willkommen 2025’. Looking ahead, Johnny Logan is slated to receive an honorary doctorate from Rushford Business School Geneva in cooperation with Longford International College in Dublin on June 23, 2025, in recognition of his contributions to music, Irish culture, and his support for various autism research projects. He continues to demonstrate his dedication to his craft, currently working on a new album with several projects scheduled for release.