Feb 14 • 08:58 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia ERR

Eesti Laul 2026 Winner is Vanilla Ninja

Vanilla Ninja won the Eesti Laul 2026 final with their song "Too Epic to Be True," securing 35% of the total votes.

The Eesti Laul 2026 final saw Vanilla Ninja crowned the winner, representing Estonia's entry for the Eurovision Song Contest. Their song "Too Epic to Be True" garnered significant popularity, resulting in them receiving 35% of the total votes cast in the competition. The event featured an exciting superfinaal with strong contenders, including Noep and Ollie, demonstrating a diverse array of musical talent from Estonia.

In the lead-up to the final, an eight-member international jury contributed to the evaluation process, awarding the highest points to Ollie, who scored 65 points, followed closely by the Stockholm Cowboys with 63 points. Despite such strong performances, none surpassed Vanilla Ninja in the public vote, affirming the group's strong appeal to the audience. The event ultimately highlighted the importance of both jury and public votes in determining the outcome.

Eesti Laul is a crucial platform for Estonian artists aiming to represent their country in Eurovision, showcasing various music styles and elevating local artists on an international stage. Vanilla Ninja's victory not only puts them in the spotlight but also emphasizes the growing significance of fan engagement in music competitions, as public votes played a decisive role in their win.

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