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Conchita Wurst

Austrian singer
Also known as: Tom Neuwirth
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Eurovision winner: Conchita Wurst
Eurovision winner: Conchita Wurst Austrian drag performer Conchita Wurst (Thomas Neuwirth) clutching Eurovision's iconic glass microphone trophy after winning the contest in Copenhagen, May 10, 2014.

Conchita Wurst is the stage name of Thomas Neuwirth, an Austrian singer and drag performer who gained international recognition after winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 2014 representing Austria. Wurst's victory was significant as it brought visibility to LGBTQ+ issues, particularly during a time when Russia faced criticism for its anti-gay legislation. The Eurovision Song Contest is an annual international singing competition organized by the European Broadcasting Union, featuring performers from across Europe and beyond.1

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