Olly Alexander was seen leaving his hotel alongside other Eurovision finalists in Malmo, Sweden, ahead of Saturday’s final.
The singer, 33, who has “incredibly low odds” of winning the contest, will represent the UK with his hit Dizzy in tonight’s final.
This year’s competition has been thrown into chaos just hours before the final after Dutch contender Joost Klein, 26, was kicked out of the contest.
But keeping up his positive spirit, British actor Olly couldn’t wipe the smile off his face as he headed into the final dress rehearsal before the actual performance.
Hoping to take home tonight’s win, Finnish artist Windows95Man, real name Teemu Keisteri, turned heads in his multi-colored fur coat as he left his hotel.
Olly Alexander, 33, was seen leaving his hotel along with other Eurovision finalists in Malmo, Sweden, ahead of Saturday’s final.
Hoping to take home tonight’s win, Finnish artist Windows95Man, real name Teemu Keisteri, turned heads in his multi-colored fur coat as he left his hotel.
Nemo Mettler, 24, representing Switzerland, was surrounded by fans and protected by security as he left his hotel.
Italian star Angelina Mango, 23, looked stylish in oversized denim jeans, chunky black boots and a statement coat.
Bambie Thug, 31, who represents Ireland in the competition, cut a unique figure in pink slipper shoes and special FX makeup.
Nebulossa singing duo Mery Bas, 56, and Mark Dasousa, 50, who perform for Spain, stuck together during the outing.
Israeli Eurovision contestant Eden Golan, who has faced criticism for her appearance in the competition, was not seen leaving the hotel.
Joost was questioned by police about an incident involving “a female member of the production team.”
The 26-year-old Dutch rapper and singer, who sang the song Europapa, a tribute to his late parents, qualified for the grand final on Thursday night at Sweden’s Malmo Arena, but will no longer be able to compete.
His participation was already in doubt after he failed to show up at two dress rehearsals on Friday, and Swedish police later announced they were investigating the singer following a complaint filed by “a female member of the production team” over an incident after their semi-final. performance.
This year’s competition has been thrown into chaos just hours before the final after Dutch contender Joost Klein, 26, (pictured) was kicked out of the contest.
But in a positive spirit, British actor Olly couldn’t wipe the smile off his face as he headed to the final dress rehearsal before the actual performance.
Windows95man looked fit and ready to take part in tonight’s final
Italian actress Angelina Mango, 23, looked chic in oversized denim jeans, chunky black boots and a statement coat.
The singer Angelina was received by dozens of fans upon her departure
Nemo Mettler, 24, representing Switzerland, was surrounded by fans and protected by security as he left his hotel.
Bambie Thug, 31, who represents Ireland in the competition, cut a unique figure in pink sneaker shoes and special FX makeup.
Nebulossa singing duo Mery Bas, 56, and Mark Dasousa, 50, who perform for Spain, stuck together during the outing.
Years and Years singer Olly will represent the UK with his hit Dizzy in tonight’s final.
This latest development has only thrown the show into further chaos, with organizers already on high alert for tonight’s final, having erected a massive ring of steel barriers around the competition venue in preparation for a planned protest.
There is also a heavy police presence as thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters head to the Swedish city of Malmo, Sweden, where the final will take place, to reiterate calls to ban Israeli singer Eden from the competition.
Eden has become a lightning rod for criticism from protesters who have demanded her exclusion from the contest, while others have called for a boycott of the famous song contest and a ceasefire in the seven-month war in Gaza.
The 20-year-old contestant has also been preparing for a fiery reception as she was filmed rehearsing her power ballad Hurricane while other members of her team tried to discourage her with loud boos and pro-Palestinian chants.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) announced on Saturday that Klein would no longer compete just hours before the final.
An EBU statement said: “Dutch artist Joost Klein will not compete in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final.
‘Swedish police have investigated a complaint made by a member of the production team following an incident following their performance in Thursday night’s semi-final.
‘While the legal process continues, it would not be appropriate for it to continue in the Competition.
Joost was questioned by police about an incident involving “a female member of the production team”
‘We would like to make it clear that, contrary to some media reports and social media speculation, this incident did not involve any other artists or members of the delegation.
‘We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards inappropriate behavior at our event and are committed to providing a safe working environment for all Contest staff.
‘In light of this, Joost Klein’s behavior towards a team member is considered a violation of the contest rules.
“The Grand Final of the 68th Eurovision Song Contest will now take place with 25 participating songs.”
The Dutch singer was one of the bookmakers’ favorites to win the contest with his playful pop-rap song Europapa, which mixes pop melodies with happy hardcore and which one critic described as “so bad” that “it will take you away from music.” forever”. ‘.
