Tony Armstrongs Surprising Career Shift Stuns Fans

SBS has lost one of its star hosts ahead of the 70th Song Contest.

will not be heading to Vienna in May with drag superstar Courtney Act, due to a 'scheduling clash'.

SBS shared the shock news on Thursday, before thanking Armstrong for his 'energy, humour and heart'. 

'Last year's co-host, Tony Armstrong, is no longer able to join this year's event due to a scheduling clash with other projects,' the broadcaster said in its statement.

'SBS thanks Tony for the energy, humour and heart he brought to the 2025 coverage and looks forward to seeing his signature sparkle return to the network in the coming months.'

It didn't take SBS long to find a replacement - or fans of Armstrong to vent their anger. 

'Where's Tonayyyyyy,' wrote one fan on social media. 

'Absolutely never watching Eurovision ever again,' added another.  

Voyager frontman Danny Estrin will be stepping into Armstrong's shoes, providing  commentary during the night. 

'2026, baby I'm back! Not as a fan, not as a performer, but as a special guest commentator alongside the fabulous Courtney Act,' he announced on Instagram on Thursday. 

Meanwhile, Act was lost for words on Thursday following the news Armstrong would not be joining her in Australia. 

However, she did find time to take to Instagram to champion Delta Goodrem's upcoming performance at Eurovision, writing, 'The future was always clear. Delta Goodrem → Eurovision' alongside a crystal ball emoji.

The news comes as Delta Goodrem prepares to take to the stage as Australia's representative at this year's Eurovision Song Contest.

The veteran performer was announced as Australia's Eurovision hopeful in March.

'I'm so honoured to represent Australia on one of the biggest and most iconic music stages in the world at Eurovision,' she said in a statement at the time. 

'As a singer-songwriter, music has been my lifelong passion. I've always loved the creativity, individuality, and joy Eurovision brings, connecting and uniting people across the globe through music; the universal language.'