Artist dossier
Rui Bandeira
Origin: Portugal. Cross-linked to every Eurovision entry featuring this artist.
Portugal was represented at the Eurovision Song Contest 1999 with the song "Como tudo começou" composed by Jorge do Carmo, with lyrics by Tó Andrade, and performed by Rui Bandeira. The Portuguese participating broadcaster, Radiotelevisão Portuguesa (RTP), organised the national final Festival da Canção 1999 in order to select its entry for the contest. The competition took place on 8 March 1999 where "Como tudo começou" performed by Rui Bandeira emerged as the winner following the votes from 11 regional juries.
- Participations
- 1
- Countries Represented
- 1
- Best Result
- 21
Eurovision Entries
| Year | Country | Artist · Song | Pos | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 |  Portugal | Rui Bandeira Como tudo começou
| 21 | 12 |