Dustin the Turkey wins Ireland's national song contest by public vote. The selection of a puppet to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest causes some debate.
Dustin the Turkey has been chosen by the public to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final in Belgrade in May. The entry won Eurosong 2008 held in the University Concert Hall in Limerick with the song 'Irelande Douze Pointe'.
The report shows Dustin the Turkey performing 'Irelande Douze Pointe' on Eurosong 2008. Dustin being announced as the winner. Judge Dana gives her reaction on the result.
A vox pop of members of the public shows their are mixed feelings on a puppet representing Ireland at the Eurovision. Dustin the Turkey performing.
The 2008 Eurovision Song Contest took place in Belgrade, Serbia. Ireland came in 15th place. The contest was won by Russia with Dima Bilan singing 'Believe'.
