Television host Ksenia Borodina sparked discussion after weighing in on Eurovision 2024 on her Telegram channel. While she acknowledged the artistry behind the competition, she did not hide her preference for the eventual winner to be chosen for reasons beyond appearance. She noted that the singer had a strong vocal delivery, yet she felt that visual presentation carried substantial weight in this edition of the contest.
Borodina described the performances as highly stylized this year, suggesting that the visual personas and stage images outshined other elements. She remarked that the overall presentation resembled a parade of striking looks, and she described it as a surprising departure from what she considers the ideal balance between voice and visuals. Her comments reflected a broader debate about how much emphasis is placed on aesthetics versus musical quality in the competition.
In a social media post accompanying clips from Eurovision 2024, Borodina admitted that the show could be difficult to watch for some fans and requested that the footage be viewed with caution. Her reaction captured a moment of tension between fan expectations and the evolving standards of televised pop performances.
Ultimately, the winner of Eurovision 2024 was Nemo Mettler, the Swiss artist who performed The Code. The triumph was determined by a combination of public votes and jury scores, resulting in Switzerland earning 591 points. The runner-up spot went to Marko Purisic, better known as Baby Lasagna, from Croatia, who received 547 points with his entry Rim Tim Tagi Dim. Ukraine finished in third place with 453 points. This year Ukraine was represented by rap artist Alyona Alyona (Alena Savranenko) and singer Jerry Heil (Yana Shemaeva) with the song Teresa & Maria, delivering a memorable performance that resonated with many viewers.
Earlier in the competition cycle, producers and commentators debated the jury’s choices, including discussions about how several participants from Israel were ranked. The conversations highlighted ongoing questions about judging criteria and the weight given to vocal technique, stagecraft, and national representation in the final standings.
Event observers noted that Eurovision 2024 featured a wide array of styles and identities, reflecting the contest’s continued evolution in a global media landscape. The discussions surrounding Borodina’s comments illustrate how fans and media personalities participate in shaping public perception of what makes a winning act, while the actual results emphasize a balance of numeric scores and human judgment. Markers of the year included bold staging, memorable melodies, and performances that sparked conversations well after the curtain fell. [Source: Eurovision 2024 reports and coverage from participating broadcasters.]