1988 in Belgian television

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This is a list of Belgian television related events from 1988.

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Reynaert is a Belgian singer-songwriter, best known for his participation in the 1988 Eurovision Song Contest.

Eurovision Song Contest 1988 song contest

The Eurovision Song Contest 1988 was the 33rd edition of the annual Eurovision Song Contest. The contest took place on 30 April 1988 in Dublin, Ireland, following the country's win at the previous 1987 edition. The presenters were Pat Kenny and Michelle Rocca. The host broadcaster was Radio Telefís Éireann (RTÉ) which revamped the show's production style compared to its earlier editions, in order to appeal to a younger audience.

"Laissez briller le soleil" was the Belgian entry in the Eurovision Song Contest 1988, performed in French by Reynaert.

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Eline De Munck Singer, actress

Eline De Munck, also known by the stage name Ellektra, is a Belgian singer and actress.

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