Sunday 15 May 2022 12:07 PM Sam Ryder lauded by ex UK Eurovision stars James Newman and Cheryl Baker after ... trends now
UK's Eurovision entry Sam Ryder received an outpouring of support from previous contestants of the competition, including James Newman and Cheryl Baker, who claimed he had been the 'best in years'.
The TikTok star, 32, impressively came second in the competition - the nation's highest place for more than two decades following years of 'nul points' - after being beaten by Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra amid the country's invasion by Russia.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson also thanked the singer for 'brilliantly' representing the nation, adding that it was a 'clear reflection' of his talent.
'The best in years!' Sam Ryder received an outpouring of support from previous Eurovision contestants including James Newman and Cheryl Baker, after being awarded second place
Only last year, James achieved zero points for his song My Last Breath, on behalf of the UK in Rotterdam.
After watching from home, John Newman's brother tweeted: 'Massive congrats to The legend that is @SamRyderMusic that was amazing!'
He had earlier written on Instagram: 'Wishing my mate @samhairwolfryder all the luck in the world tonight for his @eurovision performance!
'He's an all round lovely man and so talented! Friends around the world here's how to vote for him, if you feel that way inclined, we would really appreciate the love. Congrats to the legends that are @maxwolfganguk and @wadge1975 for writing the song with him! Letssss gooooooo! #teamspaceman @bbceurovision xx.'
Tragic: Only last year, James achieved zero points for his song My Last Breath, on behalf of the UK in Rotterdam (pictured in 2021)
Kind: Bucks Fizz' Cheryl tweeted: 'Wasn't this the best @Eurovision for years? Not just because the brilliant @SamRyderMusic came 2nd, but it was a show of love, joy, inclusivity and no animosity' (pictured in May 2022)
Bucks Fizz' Cheryl – who won in 1981 - also tweeted: 'Wasn't this the best @Eurovision for years? Not just because the brilliant
