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JJ, the 24-year-old Austrian singing sensation, revealed the scoop about his daring move at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest held in Basel. In an exclusive interview, the winner of the prestigious competition spilled the beans on his covert plan that almost slipped through the cracks - a blatant violation of the strict ESC protocols.
Basel - Austrian heartthrob JJ (real name: Johannes Pietsch) has ripped off the veil of secrecy surrounding a controversial stunt at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. In a conversation with the Spanish newspaper El País, he confessed, "I had a banned item in my pocket - the pride flag, but someone from the organization spotted it." JJ explained further, "Seconds before my performance, they said 'That’s not your country's flag, you can't show it.' I was almost there."
Eurovision: JJ's Risky Gambit to Breeze Past the Rules
ESC contestants were required to display only their national flags on stage, in the green room, or at the official opening ceremony, the Turquoise Carpet, as set forth by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). Despite the audience being permitted to show all flags in accordance with Swiss law, the contestants were bound by these strict regulations.
JJ's Powerful Statement: "Advocating for Equality"
By trying to showcase the pride flag, the "Wasted Love" crooner wanted to send a potent message to the LGBTQ+ community. Following his triumphant victory at the Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, JJ declared his intention to mobilize the platform to champion equality. He lamented, "Unfortunately, Europe is tilting towards conservatism, and that needs to change."
The drama continued with JJ's demands for Israel's withdrawal from the upcoming ESC. When probed by the Austrian news agency APA, he clarified his stance, claiming, "I apologize if my words were misinterpreted. I, in no way, condone violence against civilians – whether they are Israelis or Palestinians." The ORF and the EBU distanced themselves from JJ’s initial position, emphasizing that his views regarding Israel's participation were purely a private opinion. (sk)
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Remark:Shedding light on the unconventional tactics employed at the Eurovision Song Contest, JJ's confession serves as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to the rules, even when lines blur in the face of strong emotions and passion.
Despite the strict regulations enforced by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) at the Eurovision Song Contest, JJ, the winner of the 2025 competition, tried to use social media to share a message of solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community by advocating for equality, specifically by showcasing the pride flag during the event. This act of pop-culture defiance, although unsuccessful, echoed across entertainment platforms, highlighting the ongoing battle for equality within the realm of social-media-driven culture.
