Mumba Criticizes Eurosong Panel After Eurovision Loss

Samantha Mumba has criticized the Eurosong 2025 panel on RTÉ's Late Late Show, describing their comments as 'unnecessarily rude and vile' during her bid to represent Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest. Her song 'My Way' finished second to Norwegian singer EMMY's 'Laika Party'. Mumba praised panelist Bambie Thug for their professionalism but questioned the credentials of other panelists, including celebrity chef Donal Skehan, broadcaster Laura Fox, and Dancing with the Stars judge Arthur Gourounlian. RTÉ defended the panel's professionalism and stated that their feedback aligned with the public vote. Mumba expressed her pride in her performance and gratitude to her supporters on social media, while also wishing EMMY success in representing Ireland in Switzerland.