Jedward make finals

Irish twins will sing at this year's Eurovision...

09:28 23 May 2012

Jedward have sailed into the final of Eurovision 2012.

The Irish twins were voted through to the final of the annual singing competition during last nightÂ’s semi-final.

It marks the second year that the duo have been selected to represent Ireland in the long-running competition.

They were the final act to be confirmed for a place in Saturday's final and their excitement was clear.

As their name was announced, they cartwheeled their way across the runway to the stage to join their fellow finalists.

Joining them for the finale, are the so-called 'Russian grannies' Buranovskiye Babushki who were also voted through with their track, Party for Everybody.

GreeceÂ’s entry, Eleftheria Eleftheriou have also reached the final with Aphrodisiac, alongside Iceland and Hungary.

The second semi-final will be held on Thursday 24 May, with 18 further acts competing for a place in the grand final.