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Bambie Thug Withdraws from Bludfest, Urges Israel Ban

6/20/2026

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Bambie Thug (Bambie Ray Robinson) withdrew from the Czech Republic’s Bludfest, announcing a health break on June 19, 2026.
Robinson said management advice and the need to prioritise mental and physical health drove the withdrawal.
The Ireland-born non-binary Eurovision 2024 act also signed a 2024 letter with 69 former contestants urging a ban on Israel over alleged war crimes.

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Bambie Thug (Bambie Ray Robinson) withdrew from the Czech Republic’s Bludfest, announcing a health break on June 19, 2026.
Robinson said management advice and the need to prioritise mental and physical health drove the withdrawal.
The Ireland-born non-binary Eurovision 2024 act also signed a 2024 letter with 69 former contestants urging a ban on Israel over alleged war crimes.