Dutch broadcaster outraged, fans puzzled as Netherlands’ Joost Klein is disqualified from Eurovision Song Contest

In a shocking turn of events, the Netherlands’ contestant in the Eurovision Song Contest, Joost Klein, was expelled from the competition just hours before the final. The Dutch public broadcaster, AVROTOS, expressed their anger at the decision, calling it disproportionate and shocking.

The European Broadcasting Union, which organizes Eurovision, stated that Swedish police were investigating a complaint made by a female member of the production crew against Klein. As a result, it was deemed inappropriate for him to participate in the competition while the legal process was ongoing.

Klein had missed two dress rehearsals in Malmo, Sweden, on Friday, and organizers had been investigating an incident that did not involve any other performers or delegation members. The reasons behind Klein’s expulsion remain unclear, and it is unknown whether he was still in Malmo on the day of the final.

The 26-year-old singer and rapper had been a favorite among bookies and fans with his song “Europapa,” a tribute to the continent and his deceased parents. The unexpected disqualification of Klein is unprecedented in the history of Eurovision, adding a new layer of drama to the already controversial competition.

The incident has left fans bemused and the Dutch broadcaster furious, raising questions about the future of the competition and the reasons behind Klein’s expulsion. The Eurovision Song Contest, known for its glitz and glamour, has now been marred by this unexpected turn of events.