Follow them securing Irelands’ first qualification since 2018, Bambie Thug headed to the qualifier’s press conference.
While there she was asked by Tobbe Ek from Aftonbladet about the Ogham writing on her body which in rehearsals yesterday spelled out three messages “Ceasefire”, “Free Palestine” and “Crown the Witch”.
When asked about these messages they said:
I am pro-justice and pro-peace.. unfortunately, I had to change those messages today to ‘Crown The Witch’ only, in order from the EBU.
Bambie Thug
This comes alongside a statement from the EBU accusing Eric Saade of politicising the contest by wearing a traditional Palestinian keffiyeh around his wrist during his semi-final performance.
UPDATE:
Since this was posted the EBU has now issued a statement about the issue:
The writing seen on Bambie Thug’s body during dress rehearsals contravened contest rules that are designed to protect the non-political nature of the event.
After discussions with the Irish delegation, they agreed to change the text for the live show.
European Broadcasting Union
Image courtesy of EBU / Corinne Cumming
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