Olly Alexander urged to 'do the right thing' and boycott Eurovision

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Olly Alexander has been urged to 'do the right thing' and boycott the Eurovision Song Contest just hours before the UK representative takes to the stage.

Olly Alexander, the former Years and Years singer, has been urged by fans to withdraw from the Eurovision Song Contest just hours before he is due to represent the UK on stage.

Olly has responded to calls for his withdrawal in a BBC documentary. The "It's A Sin" actor was overcome with emotion while addressing the controversy and backlash. "We know you must feel dizzy with the pressure. But we ask one last time: join the millions of us around the world who support Palestinian liberation and are prepared to make sacrifices when necessary and when called upon to do so by oppressed communities."

Fans have been urging Olly Alexander to take a stand, with comments on social media such as: "@ollyalexanderr what's more important, a performance, or the lives of millions? " and "@ollyalexanderr You know the right thing to do, please have the courage to make a stand," Another follower implored, "@ollyalexanderr don't sacrifice your integrity for mainstream financial gain. stand with your queer community in solidarity with Palestine.

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