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Kaulitz Brothers Question Germany’s Eurovision Pick as Sarah Engels’ ‘Fire’ Draws Scrutiny

Their podcast comments spotlight Malou Lovis’s case for queer visibility in Germany’s selection debate.

Overview

  • In their Kaulitz Hills podcast this week, Bill and Tom Kaulitz voiced disappointment with the Vorentscheid outcome and said they would have preferred Malou Lovis.
  • Bill highlighted Malou’s song “When I’m With You,” noting its video’s lesbian love story as a meaningful statement for diversity and queer visibility.
  • Malou thanked the twins in an Instagram video, saying she listened to the episode and was grateful for their support.
  • Sarah Engels won the Feb. 28 national final with “Fire,” defeating eight competitors including Molly Sue, Myle, and Ragazzki to secure Germany’s slot for Vienna.
  • Coverage since the selection has included criticism of “Fire,” with some pointing to simple rhymes, though Engels remains the confirmed German entry.