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Dutch Eurovision contestant Joost Klein was disqualified just hours before the final due to an incident, sparking controversy and speculation. Klein's disqualification led to a dramatic turn of events, with investigations and a halt in rehearsals, leaving his fate uncertain.

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Dutch artist Joost Klein has been disqualified from the Eurovision Song Contest following a controversial incident. The incident, which led to his disqualification, has also prompted a police investigation , and Klein has not been rehearsing for the competition as a result. The details of the incident that occurred are still unclear, but it was serious enough to result in his removal from the competition.

Klein's disqualification has caused chaos and confusion among fans and organizers , leading to the cancellation of his rehearsals. The artist also missed a Eurovision rehearsal following the incident , and the circumstances surrounding it remain shrouded in mystery. The Eurovision show was even halted at one point due to the unfolding drama.

The disqualification of the Dutch artist is reminiscent of high-profile personalities such as Greta Thunberg, Olly Alexander, and Benjamin Netanyahu, who have been in the public eye for various reasons recently.

While the exact reasons for Joost Klein's disqualification are still being investigated, the fallout from the incident and subsequent police involvement have overshadowed the Eurovision competition. It remains to be seen whether Klein will face any legal repercussions beyond his disqualification from Eurovision.

Overall, the disqualification of Joost Klein from the Eurovision Song Contest has generated significant buzz and controversy, leaving fans and organizers puzzled and concerned about the future of the competition without the Dutch artist's presence.

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Time - 266 days ago - Hours before the Eurovision Song Contest final, Dutch contestant Joost Klein was booted out by organizers over a backstage incident.

https://time.com/6977117/eurovision-song-contest-2024-dutch-contestant-joost-klein-disqualified/

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