Drama in France: Slimane Accused of Sexual Harassment

Drama in France: Slimane Accused of Sexual Harassment

by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); France’s representative for Eurovision 2024, Slimane, is now making headlines in France following a sexual harassment accusation by a production worker during his recent tour. Slimane, who achieved a fourth-place finish at Eurovision with his hit song "Mon Amour", recently reached platinum status in France. Along with his new album release, he’s also a nominee for the prestigious NRJ award. However, the spotlight on his success is now dimmed by severe allegations. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A production worker from Slimane's latest tour filed a complaint yesterday, accusing Slimane of sexual harassment. The incidents reportedly occurred on December 17-18, 2023, in Saint-Étienne, France, following the first leg of Slimane's Cupidon tour. After the performance, the team hosted a backstage party to celebrate the milestone. According to the complaint, Slimane approached the production worker, "embraced him forcefully", and expressed a desire for an intimate relationship. The worker responded that he was not interested, emphasizing that he was married and heterosexual, but...
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Ukraine: Eurovision 2017 Host Reveals How Much He Earned for the Job

Ukraine: Eurovision 2017 Host Reveals How Much He Earned for the Job

by Roy Moreno Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Timur Miroshnychenko, who hosted Eurovision 2017 in Ukraine, discusses the salary of each host and his plans for this year's Eurovision national final. The Eurovision Song Contest 2017 took place in Kyiv after Jamala's victory the previous year with her song "1944", bringing the competition to Ukraine for the second time. The event was held at the International Exhibition Center and featured three hosts – Oleksandr Skichko, Volodymyr Ostapchuk, and Timur Miroshnychenko. In a recent interview, Miroshnychenko shared details about his compensation for hosting the contest and his future plans in the Eurovision world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Equal Pay for Eurovision Hosts During the interview, Miroshnychenko revealed that despite Skichko and Ostapchuk having more screen time, all three hosts received the same salary of $7,000. This disclosure provides interesting insight into the financial aspects of hosting such a prestigious international event. For Miroshnychenko, who has built his career around Eurovision, the hope of hosting Vidbir, Ukraine's national final,...
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Israel: Surprising Contestants of “HaKokhav HaBa” Who Made It to the Auditions!

Israel: Surprising Contestants of “HaKokhav HaBa” Who Made It to the Auditions!

by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In November, the program "HaKokhav HaBa" will air, in which Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025 will be chosen. Several intriguing artists are expected to compete in the show in an attempt to represent Israel at the upcoming Eurovision. The reality show "HaKochav HaBa 2025" has kicked off with the start of filming its 11th season. Through this program, Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025 will be selected, and expectations are high. The beloved hosts Assi Azar and Rotem Sela will once again lead the season. The judging panel for this season includes Assaf Amdursky, Keren Peles, Shiri Maimon, Eden Hasson, Ran Danker, and Itay Levi, who bring a wealth of diverse experience, ensuring a captivating and challenging competition just as in the previous season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Moran Aharoni Moran Aharoni is a singer-songwriter who participated in the fourth season of the television program "Kochav Nolad." After about 14 years, she took part in...
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Israel: Eden Golan to Perform Alongside International Stars in the United States!

Israel: Eden Golan to Perform Alongside International Stars in the United States!

by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eden Golan will perform at an anti-antisemitism event in the United States, to be held in Washington D.C. Who are the big names from the global entertainment industry that will perform alongside her? The Anti-Defamation League (ADL), an American pro-Israel lobby, is hosting its annual event honoring heroes who have taken a stand against antisemitism. This year's event will take place on November 18 in Washington, D.C. Eden Golan, Israel's representative at Eurovision 2024, whose song has become one of the anthems of recent times in Israel, will perform at the event alongside big names such as Ben Stiller, Sia, and Scooter Braun, accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra of the United States. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Star-Studded Lineup: Ben Stiller, Scooter Braun, and Sia The event will be hosted by Jewish actor and comedian Ben Stiller, who has expressed support for the families of hostages throughout the war and criticized the actions of...
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The Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back: Which Country Disintegrated Because of Eurovision?

The Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back: Which Country Disintegrated Because of Eurovision?

by Tal Dahan Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It might sound like the beginning of a joke, but the answer is surprising. First article in a special series: How has Eurovision influenced dramatic political events? Nice to meet you, I'm Tal. As a student of communications and political science, the connection between politics and the Eurovision Song Contest has always intrigued me. And I know what you're thinking – politics? Haven't we had enough of it after Eurovision 2024? But wait, this is going to be much more entertaining than it sounds! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Yugoslavia's Disintegration and Eurovision So here's the story: Yugoslavia, which itself participated in Eurovision as a united country in the Balkans, disintegrated in the early 90s due to wars and political conflicts. Eventually, only two countries remained in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia – Serbia and Montenegro. They held on together a bit longer than the rest, but then Eurovision came and... boom! Serbia and Montenegro participated in Eurovision as a united...
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Serbia Extends Deadline for Eurovision 2025 National Selection Submissions

Serbia Extends Deadline for Eurovision 2025 National Selection Submissions

by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Serbian national broadcaster RTS has extended the deadline for song submissions for "Pesma za Evroviziju 2025", its selection competition for Eurovision 2025. Serbia's national broadcaster RTS has announced an extension to the submission deadline for their Eurovision 2025 national selection, "Pesma Za Evroviziju 2025". This news comes after Serbia confirmed its participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Extended Submission Period RTS has extended the deadline for song submissions from November 1st to November 10th. The submission window originally opened in July when Serbia confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2025. While RTS did not provide a specific reason for the extension, a similar extension occurred last year for "Pesma za Evroviziju 2024". Competition Structure and Dates "Pesma za Evroviziju '25" will consist of two semi-finals and a final: First Semi-Final: February 25, 2025 Second Semi-Final: February 27, 2025 Final: March 1, 2025 The competition will be held at RTS Studio...
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Nutsa Buzaladze, Georgia’s Eurovision 2024 Star, in Israel: “Couldn’t Refuse to Perform”

Nutsa Buzaladze, Georgia’s Eurovision 2024 Star, in Israel: “Couldn’t Refuse to Perform”

by Avi Zaikaner Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Nutsa Buzaladze, Georgia's Eurovision 2024 representative, recently performed in Israel and shared insights about her connection to Israel, her experiences from Eurovision and the tragedy she experienced during it. Last week, Georgia's representative for Eurovision 2024, Nutsa Buzaladze, arrived in Israel for a special performance in Ashdod for the Georgian Jewish community. The day after, we met her in Tel Aviv for an exclusive interview. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); You surprised us with your visit to Israel. What brings you here? "Yes, I was surprised too! The Georgian Jewish community in Israel organized an annual show in Ashdod, and I was invited to perform there. As you know, there are many Georgian Jews living in Ashdod, and the municipality organizes a concert for them every year. Yesterday we had a wonderful performance with many guests, and it was simply amazing." Weren't you afraid of the reactions and the security situation? We are still at war after all. "To be honest, I was...
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Italy: Måneskin’s Lead Singer Launches Solo Career, and the Singer Who Canceled Her Tour

Italy: Måneskin’s Lead Singer Launches Solo Career, and the Singer Who Canceled Her Tour

by Maayan Mayer Comment Closed
 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Following a series of rumors about the breakup of Eurovision 2021 winners Måneskin, lead singer Damiano David made his solo debut on a popular late-night show. Also, what happened to Angelina Mango? Following a wave of rumors flooding the internet about the possible split of Eurovision 2021 winners rock band Måneskin, and their members' potential solo careers, the band's lead singer Damiano David, made his solo debut on global television last Wednesday. David appeared as a guest on the popular American late-night show "The Tonight Show" with Jimmy Fallon, where he also performed his new single "Silverlines". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Måneskin, the band featuring Damiano David, brought Italy its third Eurovision victory and subsequently took the world by storm, amassing millions of streams and fans worldwide. Recently, there have been signs that the band members might be exploring individual paths. Damiano removed the band's name "Måneskin" from his Instagram bio, and announced what appears to might be...
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Slovenia: The Slovene Representative For Eurovision 2025 Will Be Chosen on February 1st

Slovenia: The Slovene Representative For Eurovision 2025 Will Be Chosen on February 1st

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After two years of internal selection, the Slovene national broadcaster RTVSLO has announced the return of the national selection show "EMA" to choose the Slovene representative and song for Eurovision 2025 in Basel. After confirming its participation in Eurovision 2025 on September 13th, Slovene national broadcaster RTVSLO announces the comeback of the Slovene national selection "EMA 2025", scheduled for February 1st. This event will determine Slovenia's representative for Eurovision 2025 in Switzerland. Additionally, the broadcaster officially opens the song submission window for the selection and reveals details about the format of the national final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Slovene national broadcaster RTVSLO officially opens registration for "EMA 2025". The submission deadline is set for November 25th, giving artists one month to submit their entries. A selection committee, comprising at least 3 judges, will choose 12 songs from all received entries to compete in the national final. The complete list of artists and songs is expected to be published...
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Eurovision 2023 Host Reveals: The Brits “Lost Their Faith” in the Contest

Eurovision 2023 Host Reveals: The Brits “Lost Their Faith” in the Contest

by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alesha Dixon, singer and co-host of Eurovision 2023, shares her experience of hosting the iconic event and reveals the sentiments of the British public towards the contest in recent years. Eurovision 2023 is considered highly successful and iconic for various reasons. It was the year when Israeli superstar Noa Kirel represented her country, when Loreen made a historic comeback and won for the second time, placing Sweden tied with Ireland for most Eurovision wins. The contest also featured numerous hits and other memorable moments that made it particularly unforgettable. Alesha Dixon, singer and co-host of Eurovision 2023, shares her experience of hosting the iconic event and reveals the sentiments of the British public towards the competition in recent years.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alesha Dixon, an actress, singer, and judge on the popular TV show "Britain's Got Talent," co-hosted the event alongside Hannah Waddingham (known for her role in "Game of Thrones"), Graham Norton (a TV presenter with...
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