Here are the full details of the allegations regarding Måneskin’s front-man Damiano David at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 and how they were resolved:
1. The allegation
During the Grand Final of Eurovision 2021 on 22 May, a clip circulated on social media showing Damiano leaning over a table in the Green Room. Some viewers interpreted that look as him snorting a line of cocaine. At the post-win press conference, a journalist asked him directly about the moment and the allegation. He replied that a glass had been broken by his band-mate Thomas Raggi, and that he bent down to pick up the broken glass. “I don’t use drugs … Please guys, don’t say that. No cocaine,” he said.
2. The investigation and test
Following the media speculation, the event organisers, European Broadcasting Union (EBU), undertook a review of available footage and on-site checks; they confirmed broken glass was found at the band’s table. Damiano voluntarily underwent a drug test (requested by his delegation and the band) after returning to Italy, which returned a negative result. In an official statement, the EBU said: “No drug use took place in the Green Room and we consider the matter closed.”
3. The verdict & context
In sum: the rumours of cocaine use were not supported by evidence. The supposed “snorting” motion was attributed to Damiano picking up broken glass; the drug test was negative and the organiser declared the affair closed. The affair underscores how quickly footage and viral speculation can lead to serious allegations, even for high-profile events and artists; the band emphasised their stance against drug use and their willingness to undergo testing.
So, yes — the claim was made, it was investigated and cleared. If you like, I can look up any legal follow-ups or press-coverage since then.
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