The drag queen, who was initially written off as too provocative for some socially conservative countries, was a favourite to win the contest.
Wurst, the hirsute alter ego of Austrian performer Tom Neuwirth, represented his homeland with the Bond theme-like ballad “Rise Like a Phoenix,” drawing ire from socially conservative viewers.
The act proved so popular that Austria was declared the winner after 34 of 37 countries had given their votes on Saturday evening.
Austria’s ‘bearded lady’ Conchita Wurst wins the 2014 Eurovision Song Contest | News.com.au
We are entering years of confusion. People will believe a liar, and disbelieve one who tells the truth. People will distrust one who is trustworthy, and trust one who is treacherous.
Wurst, the hirsute alter ego of Austrian performer Tom Neuwirth, represented his homeland with the Bond theme-like ballad “Rise Like a Phoenix,” drawing ire from socially conservative viewers.
The act proved so popular that Austria was declared the winner after 34 of 37 countries had given their votes on Saturday evening.
Austria’s ‘bearded lady’ Conchita Wurst wins the 2014 Eurovision Song Contest | News.com.au
We are entering years of confusion. People will believe a liar, and disbelieve one who tells the truth. People will distrust one who is trustworthy, and trust one who is treacherous.