Netherlands in the Eurovision Song Contest 1966
The Netherlands was represented by Milly Scott, with the song "Fernando en Filippo", at the 1966 Eurovision Song Contest, which took place on 5 March in Luxembourg City. Five acts participated in the Dutch preselection, which consisted of five qualifying rounds, followed by the final on 5 February. All the shows were held at the Tivoli in Utrecht, hosted by the 1959 Eurovision winner Teddy Scholten.
Milly Scott (in center) was selected to represent Netherlands in the Eurovision Song Contest 1966
Marion Henriƫtte Louise Molly, known professionally as Milly Scott, is a Dutch singer and actress of Surinamese origin, best known for her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 1966. She is recognised as the first black singer to take part in the Eurovision Song Contest.
Scott in the Snip en Snap Revue in 1970
Scott (right) with Jennie Veeninga and Rob de Nijs during a television broadcast in 1963
Scott performing "Fernando en Filippo" at the Nationaal Songfestival in 1966
Scott as Baby Miller in 1994