Olly Alexander, the former Years and Years singer, has been urged by fans to withdraw from the Eurovision Song Contest just hours before he is due to represent the UK on stage.
The plea comes amid protests outside the Malmo Arena in Sweden over Israel's involvement in the competition.Alexander's participation in Eurovision has been mired in controversy due to Israel's ongoing military actions led by Benjamin Netanyahu against Palestine.
Despite previously signing a letter condemning Israel as an "apartheid regime" prior to his announcement as the UK's contestant in December, Alexander has faced criticism from fans and activists for not withdrawing from this year's event.The Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement, a nonviolent Palestinian-led initiative advocating boycotts, divestments, and economic sanctions against Israel, has called on Eurovision fans, hosts, performers and workers to boycott this year's contest and urged viewers not to tune in tonight.Olly has responded to calls for his withdrawal in a BBC documentary.
The "It's A Sin" actor was overcome with emotion while addressing the controversy and backlash. Just hours before the final, Queers for Palestine issued one final appeal to Olly to withdraw in solidarity with the Palestinian people, reports the Mirror.
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