11 years ago it was Copenhagen who hosted the 59th Eurovision Song Contest. Poland was then represented by Donatan and Cleo. Their “we Slavs – We Are Slavic” took 14th place, scored 62 points. However, Austria’s performance caused a real sensation. The country represented Drag Queen Conchita Wurst, which was played by vocalist Thomas Neuwirth.
Conchita Wurst at Eurovision. Conquered the hearts of the European audience with the song “Rise Like a Phoenix”
The “Rise Like a Phoenix” ballad provided Conchita Wurst Triumf at Eurovision. The European audience and jury from individual countries awarded her points, as much as 290. Her performance aroused numerous controversy around the world. He was a symbol of openness and diversity And it became a breakthrough moment in the fight for equality and freedom of expression.
Many Internet users wondered if Conchita Wurst is a woman or a man and what pronouns they use. The figure of Conchita is actually a stage creation of Thomas Neuwirth. He is an Austrian artist, as well as an activist supporting the LGBTQ+community. He uses the female image only during stage performances.
What does Conchita Wurst do? 11 years have passed since the famous performance during the 59th final of the Eurovision
During the Conchita Wurst competition she appeared in a golden dress and full of makeup. Not everyone is aware that every day Thomas Neuwirth looks completely different. Outside the stage, he focuses on loose styles, short hair and a natural look. In a long wig appears only at some performances, and the beard is particularly important to him. – [Broda] It makes me feel comfortable on the stage. I love myself, and a woman with a beard is fun and expresses everything I feel – he said in an interview with “Graham Norton Show”.
After the victory at Eurovision, Thomas Neuwirth remained faithful to the image of Conchita Wurst for a long time. In 2017 he announced her end, but quickly changed his mind. As Wurst, he released the album “Truth Over Magnitude” in 2019, and later more singles. He appeared in the film “Eurovision Song Contest” and sits on the jury of the “Queen of Drags” program. Still at Eurovision events, including London Eurovision Party.
An interview appeared on Instagram a few weeks ago, in which the artist, so far excluding the return to the competition, admitted that he would consider participation if he had the right song. – Loreen, before the re -victory, thought it [powrót] It won’t happen. But now I am in the process of recording new music and I think that if I had a good song, I could take part again he explained.
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Source: Gazeta
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