Conchita Wurst - Austria (2014)

In Copenhagen, Conchita delivered a powerful performance of Rise Like a Phoenix, winning with 290 points.

Dressed in a sweeping, elegant gown and framed by dramatic lighting, her performance built slowly before erupting into a powerful, Bond-style climax. The now-iconic image of Conchita, complete with her signature beard, poised stillness, and commanding vocals, created a moment of pure theatre, blending classic glamour with a bold modern message.

More than just a winning performance, it became a cultural statement, cementing Conchita as a global symbol of equality, individuality, and representation.