Presenting Malta’s points during the Eurovision Grand Final, local artist Matt Blxck captured attention not only with his teddy-bear-covered suit but also by delivering the points in Maltese.

This act of pride in our language took place against a vibrant backdrop of enthusiastic Eurovision fans at the Eurovision Fanzone in Triton Square, Valletta. Blxck confidently awarded the twelve points to Switzerland, making a notable impression by using our native language on such an international stage.  Many took to social to congratulate the local artist and public vote winner of the year’s Malta Eurovision song contest.

The moment drew praise from various quarters, including TV presenter and Kalkara mayor Wayne Aquilina, who expressed his appreciation on Instagram. Aquilina congratulated Blxck for his use of Maltese, proposing that Malta should consider participating in next year’s Eurovision with a song in Maltese. He emphasised that this would not be just because “we’ve tried everything else,” but because “our language deserves to be promoted.”

Addressing the moment of national pride, Minister for the National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici stated that Malta is proud of its language and committed to keep pushing it forward.

Do you think we should enter with a Maltese song next year?

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