Eurovision 2020 stars react to cancellation news

🇸🇮 Slovenia – Ana Soklich

Via the EMA Instagram, Ana gave the following message:

The situation is sad, but the situation do not allow such events to take place. The current fate of my song and my participation is unknown, but we shall wait and see. Voda’s revamp will be released soon. Let’s stay healthy, and let’s stay home!

English translation of Ana’s statement

🇪🇸 Spain – Blas Cantó

Spain were another country to quickly confirm that they would be inviting their 2020 artist back for the next contest. Reacting to the cancellation, Blas gave the following statement:

A few days ago someone uploaded this image of my career also linked to Eurovision, so I want to thank everyone who is writing to me with their messages of support. ⠀ ⠀

I hope this happens soon and that we can hug each other stronger than ever. All my support to the affected people and families. ⠀ ⠀

Thank you RTVE for counting on me for 2021.

English translation of Blas’ statement

🇸🇪 Sweden – The Mamas

🇨🇭 Switzerland – Gjon’s Tears

🇺🇦 Ukraine – GO_A

Via their Instagram, GO_A gave a statement thanking their fans for their support, and confirming their participation in next year’s contest! This comes after UA:PBC confirmed that they would be inviting them back.

Hi friends! ⠀

You have probably seen that Eurovision was canceled this year for obvious reasons. ⠀

But we are glad to inform you that we will still represent Ukraine next year at the Eurovision 2021. ⠀

UA: PBC and STB 2021 will not carry out additional national selection. This was stated on the official website of Ukraine at Eurovision. ⠀

We are very grateful to each of you for the support and crazy emotions you have given us. For believing in yourself and a victorious spirit. For overturning our world and becoming such a close musical family!

Take care of yourself and your loved ones, watch your health! And when the situation stabilizes – we will definitely meet at concerts and festival venues.
⠀
We love you!
Your Go_A

English translation of the band’s statement

🇬🇧 United Kingdom – James Newman

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