The non-binary singer made an announcement for trans rights. (Getty)
Eire’s Eurovision Tune Contest entrant Bambie Thug exuded trans Satisfaction of their on-stage outfit, as they managed to safe a spot within the closing.
The non-binary Cork native flew the flag for each Eire and the trans group with their tune “Doomsday Blue” as they took to the stage for the primary semi-final in Malmo, Sweden on 7 Could.
The star took to the stage in a black feathered tutu, however left revealing the trans flag on their costume as a hearth was lit across the stage – giving a nod to trans rights. The host, Petra Mede, later made a reference to this.
X (previously Twitter) was ablaze with reactions to their efficiency. Followers observed that when the digital camera panned to Eire’s nook, as an alternative of holding the Irish flag, they held the trans flag.
“bambie thug carrying a dressing up within the trans flag colors whereas singing avada kedavra” – the darkish witches’ “killing curse” – “is definitely chef’s kiss,” wrote one onlooker, whereas one other added: “COMING BACK FROM MY LOCK IN ERA TO SAY BAMBIE THUG IS LITERALLY WEARING THE TRANS FLAG. BAMBIE THUG IS MY F**KING GOAT.”
“As if I couldn’t love Bambie Thug anymore, they strip right down to an outfit of trans flag colors,” stated a 3rd fan. “Eire continues to be primarily based with that trans delight flag! @Bambiethug,” wrote a fourth.
Because of their stellar “Ouija-pop” efficiency, Eire secured a spot within the closing for the primary time since 2018. Their efficiency additionally marked the primary non-binary artist to characterize the nation on the contest.
Nonetheless, Bambi is conscious that their finals efficiency might be watched by an enormous LGBTQ+ following, together with youthful queer individuals in search of somebody like them to admire.
They advised PinkNews in an interview: “I’ve had mother and father attain out about their non-binary youngsters or their queer children… illustration is at all times necessary, [but] particularly now. It’s not the most secure world for non-binary and trans individuals, for any of our group.”
The Eurovision Tune Contest Grand Closing is obtainable to look at on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday 11 Could at 8 pm GMT within the UK. In Australia, you’ll be able to watch the ultimate on SBS at 5 am AEST on Sunday 12 Could, and later that morning on SBS On Demand.