Eurovision 2025 is seeing a surge in young U.K. fans thanks to Sam Ryder. A massive 90% of U.K. children plan to watch the contest this year, according to easyJet research. This renewed interest is largely attributed to Sam Ryder, whose 2022 “Space Man” performance—the U.K.’s highest-scoring Eurovision entry ever—has inspired 70% of children to become Eurovision fans. The competition is now influencing younger generations beyond entertainment, with two thirds of adults noting that it encourages children to learn about different cultures and inspires them to explore new European destinations. (Express)
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