A North Dublin town has come out in force to support its home-grown star as she bids to win Eurovision for Ireland for the first time in 25 years.
Lesley Roy will perform Maps in the first semi-final of the competition on Tuesday night at Rotterdam’s Ahoy venue – and Balbriggan is behind her all the way.
Children from her old primary school, St Oliver’s in Balrothery, have come out in force to send rallying messages to the singer.
In a video response, Roy, 34, said: “Thanks so much... it was so nice to get that while I’m here in Rotterdam working on rehearsals, getting ready for the big night.
“I hope I can come home and maybe perform for you guys during the summer. Watch us next week, here we go Ireland.”
St Oliver’s principal Mairead Murphy said: “We are very proud that we are connected with Lesley and we wish her all the best in the Eurovision.”
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