Eurovision star Sam Ryder’s REAL name revealed after song contest success
SAM Ryder is riding high after his Eurovision success - but fans may be surprised to know he has a different real name.
The 31-year-old ended decades of humiliation for us by coming runner-up to Ukraine - although at one point it looked like he'd go all the way.
On Saturday night Eurovision fans heaped praise on Tik Tok star Sam for "achieving the impossible" by finishing as a runner-up to Ukraine.
Viewers hoped he'd go all the way after an exciting night saw the UK fly up the table, but a huge public vote for Ukraine saw them take the crown instead.
But Sam is still a national hero for doing so well in the famous song contest.
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And now The Sun can reveal his full name is actually Sam Ryder Robinson.
It's not known why he doesn't use the "Robinson" part of his name, but his professional moniker is just Sam Ryder.
Meanwhile, Sam received a hero's welcome as he arrived back in the UK today waving a Union Jack after his Eurovision success.
Despite narrowly missing out on the victory, Sam was mobbed as he touched down at Heathrow where he happily chatted to fans and posed for snaps.
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Sam's song Space Man proved a huge hit with viewers around Europe.
He finished in second place after going up against Ukraine and Sweden in the final three.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent his congratulations to the singer-songwriter. He said: "Congratulations to Ukraine for winning the @Eurovision Song Contest 2022.
"It is a clear reflection of not just your talent, but of the unwavering support for your fight for freedom. Incredibly proud of @SamRyderMusic and how he brilliantly represented the UK tonight."
The UK was awarded top points from countries including Ukraine, France, Germany, Belgium, Austria and Czech Republic.
Sam began working in the music industry as a singer and guitarist in 2009.
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He worked as a session player for the groups The Morning After, Blessed By A Broken Heart and Close Your Eyes.
After a huge rise to fame on TikTok he has since enjoyed an incredible career in music.
