Switzerland emerged victorious in the Eurovision 2024 contest, beating out Croatia, Ukraine, and France with their song ‘The Code’, which mixed pop, rap, drum n’ bass, and opera while recounting their experience of realizing they were non-binary. Nemo, Switzerland’s representative, was also Eurovision’s first non-binary winner, a moment that many viewers celebrated. Celebratory tweets were made by multiple individuals rejoicing in the win for the non-binary community. One person remarked how Europe changed as it was now a different place for non-binaries, while another individual commented on how the win felt like a fairytale.
Nemo’s interaction with Ireland’s entry, Bambie Thug, who is also non-binary, did not go unnoticed. Bambie crowned Nemo as the winner, a highly emotional moment for some viewers. Both Nemo and Bambie became examples of non-binary representation in the contest, with the latter being celebrated by viewers. The viewers of Eurovision 2024 praised Nemo for their great performance throughout the season, supporting everyone and bringing the most-winning-worthy song this year.
Numerous tweets were made by people congratulating Switzerland, and Hannah Waddingham, an actress, praised Nemo’s “magical showman” performance and fabulous voice. The win was symbolic for the non-binary community, with one viewer stating that non-binary folks now rule the world. Others noted the wholesome moment when Nemo held on to Bambie’s crown, demonstrating a bond between the two that was evident to viewers.
The Eurovision contest in 2024 showcased representation and diversity, providing a platform for individuals to celebrate their identities and differences. Nemo’s success as the first non-binary Eurovision winner was a moment that many celebrated, and the win not only represented Switzerland but also symbolized the power of acceptance and equality
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