Rylan and Scott Mills saved by Merseyside Water Rescue during Eurovision pandemonium in Liverpool
Rylan and Scott Mills were forced to be rescued by emergency services on Friday during the Eurovision pandemonium in Liverpool.
The duo, who commentated on the two semi-finals, found themselves stuck in the throng of fans after a dinner near the M&S Arena ahead of Saturday’s live final.
Rylan, 34, took to his Instagram to share updates with followers revealing that Merseyside Water Rescue helped him and Scott, 50, onto a boat, but the ship didn’t come out of the dock.
The former X Factor star was then forced to jump into the back of the emergency services car as they were slowly escorted to their hotel by the throng of music fans.
Decked out in a high visibility jacket, Rylan could be seen giving directions to the driver, while Scott complained, “This is ridiculous.”
Staff! Rylan and Scott Mills were forced to be rescued by emergency services on Friday during the Eurovision pandemonium in Liverpool
Pose: Rylan, 34, took to his Instagram to share updates with followers revealing that Merseyside Water Rescue helped the duo onto a boat, but the ship failed to get out of the dock
The This Morning presenter then recalled the story and said: ‘Actually there were no cars and we didn’t know the arena all came out at the same time’.
‘So Merseyside Water and Rescue came to our rescue and they got us scooped up but we couldn’t leave the dock.
After being distracted by life-saving equipment in the car, he went on to say: ‘So Merseyside Water Rescue have decided to take us back to our hotel which is very nice and they have given me high viscose to keep me warm’.
The host later shared a photo posing in the outfit before thanking the friendly team.
Writing: ‘Thanks to Merseyside Water Rescue for bringing us home tonight. No cars….. you legends thanks for the hi vis x’.
The city is expected to welcome 100,000 visitors to the event, with 180 million watching the final from home.
Earlier in the day, British entry Mae Muller looked in high spirits as she took the stage during rehearsals.
The 25-year-old literally waved her country’s flag as she hopped around while wrapped in the Union Jack.
Time at home: The former X Factor star was then forced to jump into the back of the emergency services car as he and Scott, 50, were slowly escorted home by the throng of music fans
Cheers: The host later shared a photo posing in the outfit before thanking the friendly team
Pals: The duo commented on the two semifinals of the competition
Mae, who struggled with her voice and was given vocal rest this week, looked back at her best as she practiced her performance.
Speaking of feeling under pressure, the singer said: ‘Sam Ryder wins, hosts on behalf of Ukraine, goes last’.
“These are all things that can drive me crazy. But they’re great experiences, so I’m going to look at them in a positive way. I can’t wait to get out of here, it’s exciting.”
Discussing Liverpool’s performance on behalf of war-torn Ukraine, she said: “Eurovision is proof that we as people can come together and whatever the outcome tomorrow night I will look back on with such a sense of pride.”
Mae looked fabulous in a black jumpsuit complete with a sheer bodice and a pair of heeled boots.
Let’s go! British entry Mae Muller looked in high spirits as she took the stage on Friday morning during Eurovision rehearsals ahead of the live final
Contestant: The British entry, 25, literally waved her country’s flag as she hopped around while wrapped in the Union Jack
Glam: The shining star looked incredible in a black jumpsuit complete with a sheer bodice and a pair of heeled boots
She wore her raven black locks in loose beach waves and opted for a light make-up.
Mae was joined on stage by a choreographer who gave her directions as she rehearsed for the upcoming performance.
Discussing her entry, Mae said, “I wrote the song a few days before I knew about Eurovision.”
She continued, “So I rewatched the song and I put on my Eurovision hat and thought it was a way to connect with the audience. How can I make an intimate moment with 200 million people and stuff’.
And speaking of herself as an LGBTQ ally, she went on to say: ‘Every show, every tour I want it to feel like a safe space and I feel like that’s what Eurovision is. I go to gay bars and gay clubs all the time and I have a lot of fun, so it’s only right that I give something back.’