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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Omroep MAX challenges the AVROTROS boycott over the Israeli entry, offering to secure the return of the Netherlands to Eurovision 2027. Eurovision 2026 has barely concluded, but the political dramas surrounding the next edition are already in full swing. After the primary Dutch national broadcaster, AVROTROS, executed its threats and made its withdrawal from the competition official due to the participation of Israel - even going so far as to declare that it will continue its boycott into 2027 - it appears that not all broadcasting bodies in the country agree with this decisive course of action. Another Dutch broadcaster, Omroep MAX, is now dropping a bombshell by declaring its willingness to pick up the gauntlet, take the place of the boycotting network, and ensure that the Netherlands will not be absent from the grand stage of Europe in the coming years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Saving the Dutch Representation: "The Boycott is Unjustified" Jan...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The organizer of “Eurovision in Concert” in Amsterdam, René Romkes, revealed in an interview that he banned Eurovision winner Lenny Kuhr from speaking on stage due to the security and political situation. While the eyes of Eurovision fans are already set on Eurovision 2026 to be held in Vienna, Austria, it seems the echoes of past contests and ongoing geopolitical tensions continue to shake the community. Organizers of the Eurovision pre-party in Amsterdam describe a particularly charged atmosphere, leading to controversial decisions regarding former contest stars associated with Israel. This is especially noticeable as 31 out of the 35 participating countries confirmed attendance at the Amsterdam event, while Israel’s representative, Noam Bettan, chose to skip the show, likely due to security concerns. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Special Connection Between Lenny Kuhr and Israel René Romkes, producer of “Eurovision in Concert” in Amsterdam, spoke to RTL Boulevard about the complex situation the Eurovision community faces. At the center of the controversy stands the directive...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Joost Klein performs at Coachella, featuring his track "Coachella" following his controversial Eurovision 2024 disqualification and EBU drama. The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, one of the world's most prestigious music events, kicked off this weekend in the California desert. The festival, which attracts hundreds of thousands of attendees annually, is renowned for gathering the biggest names in the global music industry. This year, the festival opening was entrusted to pop star Sabrina Carpenter, who promised the most ambitious show of her career. Alongside her, the weekend's packed line-up includes music giants such as Justin Bieber, international K-pop sensation KATSEYE, David Guetta, the rock band The Strokes, and reggaeton icon Karol G, who will close the festival on Sunday. However, among the glittering names adorning the festival posters, international Eurovision enthusiasts certainly noted one name that has caused significant stir over the last two years: Joost Klein.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});   הצגת פוסט זה...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dutch broadcasters NOS and NTR will broadcast Eurovision 2026 from Vienna with a new commentary team, after AVROTROS withdrew from the contest over Israel’s participation and relinquished its long‑standing role. The Netherlands will not participate in Eurovision 2026 in Vienna this year, but it will still send a commentary team to guide viewers at home through the live broadcasts. The Dutch broadcasters NOS and NTR, which will air the contest nationally, have confirmed that Henry Schut and Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte will serve as the new voices of the competition in the Netherlands, after the withdrawing broadcaster AVROTROS decided not to allow longtime commentator Cornald Maas to provide commentary for this year’s shows. Henry is a sports journalist best known for his coverage of major international sporting events in the Netherlands, while Jeroen is a presenter and radio personality; together, they will commentate on the contest live from the arena in Vienna, Austria (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); New Dutch...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Following the Netherlands’ withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s participation, Duncan Laurence, the Dutch winner of Eurovision 2019 in Tel Aviv, backs his country’s decision and speaks out against Israel. Eurovision 2019 winner Duncan Laurence has spoken out against Israel’s participation in the contest and expressed support for his country’s decision to withdraw from Eurovision due to Israel’s involvement. The Netherlands officially pulled out of the competition last December as a protest move, alongside four other countries: Iceland, Ireland, Spain, and Slovenia. In a recent interview, the Dutch Eurovision winner was asked whether he could see himself returning to the contest in the future. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Laurence won Eurovision 2019, held in Tel Aviv, Israel, with the song “Arcade,” which has since become a global hit and the most‑streamed Eurovision song of all time. Instead of showing gratitude and remembering the warm support and affection he received from audiences in Israel, Laurence now appears to turn...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After the withdrawal of the Netherlands from Eurovision 2026 following Israel’s participation, Lenny Kuhr, one of the most prominent supporters of Israel, returns to the stage in Amsterdam, with a clear message to the Dutch national broadcaster AVROTROS Eurovision 1969 winner Lenny Kuhr continues to make headlines and surprise the fan community. Two and a half weeks after it was announced that she will immigrate to Israel, the singer declared that she is expected to appear at "Eurovision in Concert", which will take place in Amsterdam on April 11th, where she will perform her winning song "De Troubadour", alongside the artists who will participate in Eurovision 2026, just before the start of the contest in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What Is "Eurovision in Concert" – Why Is Everyone Looking at the Netherlands? "Eurovision in Concert" is one of the largest events of the Eurovision community, held annually in Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. The show is...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After announcing her retirement from music, Eurovision winner Lenny Kuhr makes another surprising move: citing hostility toward Jews in the Netherlands and her husband’s health, she’s moving to Israel. After her retirement announcement, Lenny Kuhr, one of the most significant voices in Dutch music and one of the four winners of Eurovision 1969, revealed in an interview held yesterday (Wednesday) that she will leave the Netherlands and immigrate to Israel. As she explained, “the atmosphere toward Jews in the Netherlands is no longer good”. It appears that Kuhr faced multiple reasons for leaving her homeland - among them, her husband Rob Frank’s deteriorating health and the hostility she received due to her outspoken support for Israel. For her, retirement felt like a natural signal, even though she is still able to sing and perform: “My voice is still good, I feel fine, and my show is going great. But I’ve received signs that I should stop”. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Reasons...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dutch singer will bring an end to her six-decade career this year, pointing to her husband’s health and an increasingly divided atmosphere that has cast a shadow over the Eurovision community. Lenny Kuhr, one of the most prominent voices in Dutch music and a winner of the Eurovision 1969, has announced her retirement from the music industry. The 75-year-old singer shared the news on her Instagram account, explaining that her decision is primarily due to her husband’s health, but also to what she described as “division” surrounding the cultural climate in recent years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sharing the news with a tone of gratitude, Kuhr turned to her followers on Instagram. She wrote: "Filled with gratitude for such a long life, in love with the muse who always preceded me, I say this with a heavy heart". Her outspoken support for Israel has, in recent years, made her a target of criticism and...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The opposition leader shocks the Netherlands with an unprecedented response following his country's withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 - Accuses decision-makers of antisemitism and calls to disband AVROTROS.​ Geert Wilders, leader of the Dutch opposition and head of the right-wing Party for Freedom, has launched a scathing critique against the Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS for its decision to withdraw from Eurovision 2026 due to Israel's participation. Mere minutes after the broadcaster announced the country's withdrawal, the politician accused the public broadcaster of antisemitism and demanded its disbandment in a social media post. The politician addressed the public with an unequivocal statement leaving no room for hesitation, writing: "Antisemitism and hatred of Israel rejected in the ugliest way. Abolish AVROTROS!" (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Antisemitisme en walgelijke Israël-haat in zijn lelijkste vorm. Opheffen die AVROTROS! #songfestival https://t.co/DWn6dHfJ9L — Geert Wilders (@geertwilderspvv) December 4, 2025 Many people worldwide agree with Wilders. The Eurovision contest aims to unite European countries on one stage through music, without any reference to...