Eurovision's Sam Ryder refuses to focus on 'strategic scores' ahead of finale

Facebook page.  “My sister Deborah McCrary just got her wings! Gone but not forgotten! I thank God for her life she was our baby! We love you Deborah,” the post, alongside a picture of Deborah singing, read.  In another statement, obtained by , the musical group confirmed the news.

Matthew Morrison says he was fired from  after sending one single message to a female contestant he was trying to help land a job on the show.The 43-year-old actor took to his Instagram account on Thursday and posted a 1 minute video and called the «flirty messages» allegations «blatantly untrue.» In that video, Morrison sought to «clarify» the events that led to his dismissal from the dance competition series last week.«It's really unfortunate that I have to sit here and defend myself and my family against blatantly untrue statements made anonymously but I have nothing to hide,» Morrison said. «So, in the interest of transparency, I will read to you the one message tha tI wrote to a dancer on the show.»Morrison then grabbed his phone and read aloud, «Hey, it's Matthew.

Chelsea Handler can't help gush over her boyfriend, Jo Koy and her birthday tribute to the comedian is no different. Handler took to social media Thursday to share a letter she wrote to herself, asking for what she was looking for in a partner. The funny woman said she got it all in Koy, except for one small detail.«Please bring me a man who is strong physically and emotionally.

Chip and Joanna Gaines! The couple celebrated 19 years of marriage on Thursday. Joanna posted the milestone on Instagram with a photo of the two of them snuggled in the booth of a cafe, a shopping bag and coffee cup by their side.«19 years ❤️,» she captioned the post. "#ilikeyoualot.«Chip and Joanna are the co-founders of Magnolia, the wildly popular home renovation and lifestyle company.

Johnny Depp spent some time playing with rescued animals a day after a jury awarded him damages in his defamation trial against Amber Heard.The Folly Wildlife Rescue center in Kent, England, took to Facebook on Thursday to share a snapshot of the star cuddling a badger in their facility.«Guess who's been to see us at Folly Wildlife Rescue — no, you're not seeing things- that's the real Johnny Depp!» the organization wrote alongside the adorable photo. «As you probably know, Johnny has been appearing with our Patron Jeff Beck on his UK tour and in a recent break, Jeff's wife Sandra brought him up to visit us and see for himself the work we do with wildlife.»According to the organization, Depp «toured the hospital's care and vet units» and was «incredibly complimentary» of the facility and its staff.«To top the visit off, we even allowed him the rare privilege of briefly holding Freddie (as in Mercury!) one of the many orphaned badger cubs we're currently hand rearing,» the post concluded.

Eurovision Song Contest fever has hit the continent, with millions of people set to tune in this weekend to see the final of the song contest in Turin, Italy.The hopes of the United Kingdom are on the shoulders of Sam Ryder, who the bookies have installed as one of the favourites to take the crown.But it appears he may not be the only Brit set to take to the stage to perform. One of the more intriguing acts that have qualified for the final is that of Norway - with Subwoolfer's catchy hit Give That Wolf A Banana storming through in Tuesday's semi-final.

After placing third on The Voice UK and forming a close friendship with coach Meghan Trainor, Brooke Scullion had dreams of going global. And what better world stage to showcase her talent on than that of the Eurovision Song Contest?

THE EUROVISION final kicks off on Saturday night - and the UK is in with a real chance of winning.  In recent years our entries haven’t had as much promise as Sam Ryder, who is second favourite to win the contest this weekend in Turin, Italy according to bookies.  Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra are favourites to win Eurovision with their rousingly defiant tune Stefania.  But Sam’s track Spaceman has drawn comparisons to Elton John and was written by Grammy-winning songwriter Amy Wadge. It’s a far cry from last year’s James Newman, who finished with an embarrassing nul points after waiting two years to get on stage.

Eurovision hopeful Sam Ryder reckons aliens exist and he’s even seen a UFO. The TikTok star will be singing about being a Spaceman in the song contest in Turin this weekend.His lyrics include: “If I was an astronaut, I’d speak to satellites.

The UK could host Eurovision 2023 even if we don't win this year, despite the odds tipped in favour of Essex hopeful Sam Ryder. Britain has provided a stage for the competition eight times in its 66 year history, stepping up to the plate when other countries were unable to do so. So if Ukraine - who are currently favourites at the bookies - win, it's highly likely that we'll host it for them due to the aftermath of Russia's invasion.

The Eurovision Song Contest is edging ever closer, with 10 excited acts winning their way to grand final last night (Tuesday May 10).

Eurovision Song Contest 2022 gets underway today, Tuesday, May 10.The competition arrives in the nick of time with Europe in a sorry state and in desperate need of something to cheer it up.Eurovision has been seen for years as something of a popularity contest, often thought to be a major factor in the UK’s repeatedly poor results.But now it seems that these ill-fated isles' fortunes may finally be improving, with some of the best odds in years being churned out by bookies.Sam Ryder, the UK’s entry for 2022, will be singing his track Space Man in the hopes on improving the country’s utterly horrific run of form that has seen us come dead last in the two most recent competitions.In fact, since 2003, the UK has come in the wooden spoon spot five times and has failed to finish above 11th. According to Coral bookmakers, the UK has odds of 6-1 to win Eurovision 2022 - this number has been recently cut from 12-1, a promising sign for the UK’s chances.

Ukraine have been tipped as the favourites to win this years Eurovision Song Contest. Kalush Orchestra, who are representing Ukraine, have been given special permission to leave the country to travel to the contest, taking place in Turin, Italy. The rap trio Kalush formed in 2019 and they have joined forces with Ukrainian folk flute player Vitalii Duzhyk and vocalists Tymofii Muzychuk and Oleksandr Slobodianyk to create Kalush Orchestra and their entry song Stefani.

Eurovision success stories include the likes of Céline Dion, ABBA and Lulu, but life in the spotlight isn't always guaranteed. Despite performing live in front of millions of viewers at home, contestants often fade into the background once their time on the show is over. Fifty-two countries have participated in the song contest since it started in 1956, and whilst this has led to global stardom for some, others fell short after their 15 minutes of fame.

Good Morning Britain has come under fire from viewers after suffering what they described as a 'shameful' Eurovision blunder. The annual song content is just days away and the first semi-final takes place on Tuesday night (May 10).

Ukraine's Eurovision entry is the firm favourite to win the song contest as the conflict with Russia goes on. The country's entry – a track entitled Stefania by the Kalush Orchestra – is going down a storm.And it's been predicted that it could even clinch Eurovision glory, with many countries expected to get behind it in a show of solidarity with the nation.The first semi-final kicks off tonight and the final will be held on Saturday.

RICHARD Madeley left Good Morning Britain viewers furious today after he mocked UK's Eurovision entry Sam Ryder. The Eurovision final airs on Saturday with 32-year-old TikTok star Sam representing the UK in Turin, Italy.

Eurovision is back for its 66th year, with beautifully camp costumes, snarky Graham Norton commentary, and nul points for the UK set to grace our television screens very soon.

Sam Ryder is up in Space, Man. 

Eurovision judge, but decided to turn the offer down due to the show’s ‘kooky’ rules.The singer told the Radio Times that she was given the opportunity to be a judge for the song contest in 2019 as each country has a jury of industry professionals.Despite being a Eurovision fan, the 47-year-old declined the offer as she wouldn’t have been able to bring her baby with her, despite the fact she was still feeding at the time.That wasn’t the only thing which put off the Murder On The Dancefloor singer. Judges are not allowed to speak during the performances, and Sophie decided she couldn’t watch the show in silence.Speaking to the Radio Times, she said: “I had a very small baby that I was still feeding, and they wouldn’t let me bring it along.“I’m pretty sure the baby would have been impartial but, you know what, I think part of what I like about Eurovision is that it has very much got its rules… it’s kooky.

The UK aren't exactly known for huge Eurovision success but things could be about to change this year, with betting odds tipping in favour of Essex-born hopeful Sam Ryder. As of last week, it's been 25 years since the UK has won Eurovision but with the grand final just days away, it looks as though we could finally be crowned winners again.Things are looking positive for the 32 year old bearded singer, who has been slowly rising up the bookies' rankings to settle, for the moment, in third position.