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Scottish Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Four critically ill children's dreams come true as they perform with Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris
Sam said singing with the kids was 'one of the most meaningful' things he's ever done Sam said singing with the kids was 'one of the most meaningful' things he's ever done BRAVE KIDS Four critically ill children's dreams come true as they perform with Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris FOUR critically ill children's dreams have come true as they performed with Eurovision's Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris. Molly Townsend-Blazier, 9, Jax Morris, 9, Habiba Konate Naim, 13 and Eve Wilson, 16, took to the stage to perform a new track, "Viva La Musique", with the loveable performer. Advertisement 6 Molly Townsend-Blazier, 9, was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukaemia on her sixth birthday Credit: Daniel Kennedy/Disneyland Paris/PA 6 Eve Wilson, 16, is currently undergoing treatment for a brain tumour Credit: Disneyland Paris 6 Habiba Konate Naim, 13, Jax Morris, 9, Eve Wilson, 16, and Molly Townsend-Blazier, 9, pictured with Sam Ryder and Mickey Mouse Credit: Disneyland Paris In the lead-up to the performance, the children joined Sam at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, for a special rehearsal session in a space used by some of the world's biggest artists, including Coldplay, Adele, Sir Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney. The emotional performance in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle was timed to celebrate World Wish Day on 29th April and to mark the launch of Disney Music Festival. It was the result of a collaboration between Disneyland Paris, Make-A-Wish, and Sam Ryder – celebrating the life-changing power of a wish and the magic of music. Sam Ryder said: 'Singing with these amazing kids was honestly one of the most meaningful and heart-warming things I've ever done. Advertisement 'They met as strangers and it was a joy to watch them become friends as we bonded over the power of music and singing. 'The whole experience was so pure, and it's been a real honour that I will cherish forever.' Sam, who has supported Make-A-Wish in recent years, described working with the charity as 'the best of humanity.' He added: 'It transcends everything – it's only good. It brings out the best in everyone, and I just feel so lucky to be around that energy.' Advertisement Disneyland Paris Music Festival with Marching Bands and Hits Concert Eve Wilson, from the south coast, who is currently undergoing treatment for a brain tumour and has a love of street dance, recently received a place at dance college. While Jax Morris, from North Ayrshire, was diagnosed at age two with a rare genetic blood disease. Despite treatment, doctors said he wouldn't live into his teens without a bone marrow transplant and at four, during the Covid-19 pandemic, he underwent chemotherapy and the transplant. He then faced complications – viruses and autoimmune encephalitis caused brain trauma and mobility impairments. Advertisement Since the transplant, Jax has been in and out of hospital but continues to make progress. He's reaching milestones, such as drinking and eating with his hands, and beginning to form sentences; though uncertain if he'll walk, he remains determined, saying he will walk again. Molly Townsend-Blazier, from Kent, was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukaemia on her sixth birthday. Now in remission, she was thrilled to be part of the performance and despite initially being shy, her outgoing personality soon shone through during rehearsals. Advertisement And Habiba Konate Naim, from Greater London, has Williams Syndrome and underwent a life-saving kidney transplant. Disney Music Festival is running until 7th September 2025, with a lineup of more than a dozen live concerts and musical encounters – most of which are performed multiple times a day. Jason Suckley, for Make-A-Wish UK, which has worked with Disney for 45 years, granting more than 165,000 wishes around the world, said: 'This was so much more than a performance – it was a moment where hope and joy took centre stage. 'Wishes have the power to transform lives, and seeing these children shine alongside Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris was the perfect way to celebrate World Wish Day. Advertisement 'We're incredibly grateful to Sam and our friends at Disney for helping to create memories these families will treasure forever.' 6 Jax Morris, 9, was diagnosed at age two with a rare genetic blood disease Credit: Disneyland Paris 6 Eve has a love of street dance, recently received a place at dance college Credit: Disneyland Paris 6 Sam held a special rehearsal session in a space used by some of the world's biggest artists Credit: Disneyland Paris
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Four critically ill children's dreams come true as they perform with Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris
FOUR critically ill children's dreams have come true as they performed with Eurovision's Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris. Molly Townsend-Blazier, 9, Jax Morris, 9, Habiba Konate Naim, 13 and Eve Wilson, 16, took to the stage to perform a new track, "Viva La Musique", with the loveable performer. Advertisement 6 Molly Townsend-Blazier, 9, was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukaemia on her sixth birthday Credit: Daniel Kennedy/Disneyland Paris/PA 6 Eve Wilson, 16, is currently undergoing treatment for a brain tumour Credit: Disneyland Paris 6 Habiba Konate Naim, 13, Jax Morris, 9, Eve Wilson, 16, and Molly Townsend-Blazier, 9, pictured with Sam Ryder and Mickey Mouse Credit: Disneyland Paris In the lead-up to the performance, the children joined Sam at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, for a special rehearsal session in a space used by some of the world's biggest artists, including Coldplay, Adele, Sir The emotional performance in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle was timed to celebrate World Wish Day on 29th April and to mark the launch of . It was the result of a collaboration between Disneyland Paris, Make-A-Wish, and power of a wish and the magic of music. Sam Ryder said: 'Singing with these amazing kids was honestly one of the most meaningful and heart-warming things I've ever done. Advertisement read more in disneyland 'They met as strangers and it was a joy to watch them become friends as we bonded over the power of music and singing. 'The whole experience was so pure, and it's been a real honour that I will cherish forever.' Sam, who has supported Make-A-Wish in recent years, described working with the charity as 'the best of humanity.' He added: 'It transcends everything – it's only good. It brings out the best in everyone, and I just feel so lucky to be around that energy .' Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Disneyland Paris Music Festival with Marching Bands and Hits Concert Eve Wilson, from the south coast, who is currently undergoing treatment for a brain tumour and has a love of street dance, recently received a place at dance college. While Jax Morris, from North Ayrshire, was diagnosed at age two with a rare genetic blood disease. Despite treatment, doctors said he wouldn't live into his teens without a bone marrow transplant and at four, during the Covid-19 pandemic, he underwent chemotherapy and the transplant. He then faced complications – viruses and autoimmune encephalitis caused brain trauma and mobility impairments. Advertisement Since the transplant, Jax has been in and out of hospital but continues to make progress. He's reaching milestones, such as drinking and eating with his hands, and beginning to form sentences; though uncertain if he'll walk, he remains determined, saying he will walk again. Molly Townsend-Blazier, from Kent, was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukaemia on her sixth birthday. Now in remission, she was thrilled to be part of the performance and despite initially being shy, her outgoing personality soon shone through during rehearsals . Advertisement And Habiba Konate Naim, from Greater London, has Williams Syndrome and underwent a life-saving kidney transplant. Disney Music Festival is running until 7th September 2025, with a lineup of more than a dozen live concerts and musical encounters – most of which are performed multiple times a day. Jason Suckley, for Make-A-Wish UK, which has worked with Disney for 45 years, granting more than 165,000 wishes around the world, said: 'This was so much more than a performance – it was a moment where hope and joy took centre stage. 'Wishes have the power to transform lives, and seeing these children shine alongside Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris was the perfect way to celebrate World Wish Day. Advertisement 'We're incredibly grateful to Sam and our friends at Disney for helping to create memories these families will treasure forever.' 6 Jax Morris, 9, was diagnosed at age two with a rare genetic blood disease Credit: Disneyland Paris 6 Eve has a love of street dance, recently received a place at dance college Credit: Disneyland Paris 6 Sam held a special rehearsal session in a space used by some of the world's biggest artists Credit: Disneyland Paris Advertisement
The Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Four critically ill children's dreams come true as they perform with Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris
FOUR critically ill children's dreams have come true as they performed with Eurovision's Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris. Molly Townsend-Blazier, 9, Jax Morris, 9, Habiba Konate Naim, 13 and Eve Wilson, 16, took to the stage to perform a new track, "Viva La Musique", with the loveable performer. 6 6 In the lead-up to the performance, the children joined Sam at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, for a special rehearsal session in a space used by some of the world's biggest artists, including Coldplay, Adele, Sir Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney. The emotional performance in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle was timed to celebrate World Wish Day on 29th April and to mark the launch of Disney Music Festival. It was the result of a collaboration between Disneyland Paris, Make-A-Wish, and Sam Ryder – celebrating the life-changing power of a wish and the magic of music. Sam Ryder said: 'Singing with these amazing kids was honestly one of the most meaningful and heart-warming things I've ever done. 'They met as strangers and it was a joy to watch them become friends as we bonded over the power of music and singing. 'The whole experience was so pure, and it's been a real honour that I will cherish forever.' Sam, who has supported Make-A-Wish in recent years, described working with the charity as 'the best of humanity.' He added: 'It transcends everything – it's only good. It brings out the best in everyone, and I just feel so lucky to be around that energy.' Disneyland Paris Music Festival with Marching Bands and Hits Concert Eve Wilson, from the south coast, who is currently undergoing treatment for a brain tumour and has a love of street dance, recently received a place at dance college. While Jax Morris, from North Ayrshire, was diagnosed at age two with a rare genetic blood disease. Despite treatment, doctors said he wouldn't live into his teens without a bone marrow transplant and at four, during the Covid-19 pandemic, he underwent chemotherapy and the transplant. He then faced complications – viruses and autoimmune encephalitis caused brain trauma and mobility impairments. Since the transplant, Jax has been in and out of hospital but continues to make progress. He's reaching milestones, such as drinking and eating with his hands, and beginning to form sentences; though uncertain if he'll walk, he remains determined, saying he will walk again. Molly Townsend-Blazier, from Kent, was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukaemia on her sixth birthday. Now in remission, she was thrilled to be part of the performance and despite initially being shy, her outgoing personality soon shone through during rehearsals. And Habiba Konate Naim, from Greater London, has Williams Syndrome and underwent a life-saving kidney transplant. Disney Music Festival is running until 7th September 2025, with a lineup of more than a dozen live concerts and musical encounters – most of which are performed multiple times a day. Jason Suckley, for Make-A-Wish UK, which has worked with Disney for 45 years, granting more than 165,000 wishes around the world, said: 'This was so much more than a performance – it was a moment where hope and joy took centre stage. 'Wishes have the power to transform lives, and seeing these children shine alongside Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris was the perfect way to celebrate World Wish Day. 'We're incredibly grateful to Sam and our friends at Disney for helping to create memories these families will treasure forever.' 6 6 6
Perth Now
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Eurovision star Sam Ryder reveals surprising 'dream duet' as he performs at Disneyland Paris
Sam Ryder wants to perform a duet with Mickey Mouse. The 35-year-old singer - who shot to fame when he represented the UK in the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest with the song 'Space Man' - performed 'Viva La Musique' in front ofthe Sleeping Beauty castle during the launch of Disney Music Festival on behalf of the Make-A-Wish Foundation at Disneyland Paris, and revealed that he wants to take to the stage with the company's famous mascot. He said: "It was amazing. Honestly, just to perform in front of the Sleeping Beauty Castle – I mean, I just found out there's a dragon sleeping underneath it! We probably woke her up because we were all buzzing. I'm just so stoked. It was a dream.. "It's mad. I've lost count of how many shows I've played over the years, but I never thought I'd be singing in front of this iconic castle at Disneyland Paris with kids from Make-A-Wish. That's one for the memory books — truly special.. "Dream duet? "Probably Mickey Mouse. I was completely starstruck when he joined us at the end of the performance — the most starstruck I've ever been!" The 'Tiny Riot' hitmaker helped mark the official launch of the Disney Music Festival - which is now running now until 7 September -and was timed to celebrate the annual World Wish Day. Sam performed alongside Eve Wilson, aged 16, from the South Coast of England, who is undergoing treatment for a brain tumour, as well as nine-year-old Molly Townsend-Blazier, from Kent, who was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukaemia on her sixth birthday. Jax Morris, nine, from North Ayrshire, Scotland, was diagnosed at age two with a life-threatening blood disease and had to undergo through a bone marrow transplant, and was also on stage. The quartet was completed by Habiba Konate Naim, aged 13, from Greater London, who has Williams Syndrome and underwent a life-saving kidney transplant. Jason Suckley, CEO of Make-A-Wish UK, said: 'This was so much more than a performance – it was a moment where hope and joy took centre stage. Wishes have the power to transform lives, and seeing these children shine alongside Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris was the perfect way to celebrate World Wish Day. We're incredibly grateful to Sam and everyone else involved for helping to create memories these families will treasure forever.' Disney and Make-A-Wish have worked together for 45 years, granting over 165,000 wishes around the world – and with more than 20,000 wishes that have been granted at Disneyland Paris since opening in 1992, bringing moments of hope, joy, and strength to children and their families when they need it most. Disney is proud to be the world's largest wish granter for Make-A-Wish globally, granting a wish every hour of every day across the world
Scotsman
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Four critically ill children have realised their dream of performing at Disneyland
Four critically ill children have realised their dream of performing at Disneyland Paris – alongside Eurovision's Sam Ryder. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Nine-year-olds Molly Townsend-Blazier and Jax Morris, along with Habiba Konate Naim, 13 and Eve Wilson, 16, took to the stage to perform a new track, 'Viva La Musique', with the loveable performer. In the lead-up to the performance, the children joined Sam at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, for a special rehearsal session in a space used by some of the world's biggest artists, including Coldplay, Adele, Sir Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The emotional performance in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle was timed to celebrate World Wish Day on 29th April and to mark the launch of Disney Music Festival. It was the result of a collaboration between Disneyland Paris, Make-A-Wish, and Sam Ryder – celebrating the life-changing power of a wish and the magic of music. Sam Ryder said: 'Singing with these amazing kids was honestly one of the most meaningful and heart-warming things I've ever done. 'They met as strangers and it was a joy to watch them become friends as we bonded over the power of music and singing. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'The whole experience was so pure, and it's been a real honour that I will cherish forever.' Sam, who has supported Make-A-Wish in recent years, described working with the charity as 'the best of humanity.' He added: 'It transcends everything – it's only good. It brings out the best in everyone, and I just feel so lucky to be around that energy.' Sam Ryder pictured at the launch of the Disney Music Festival at Disneyland Paris | Daniel Kennedy/Disneyland Paris 'One of the most meaningful and heart-warming things I've done' Eve Wilson, from the south coast, who is currently undergoing treatment for a brain tumour and has a love of street dance, recently received a place at dance college. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad While Jax Morris, from North Ayrshire, was diagnosed at age two with a rare genetic blood disease. Despite treatment, doctors said he wouldn't live into his teens without a bone marrow transplant and at four, during the Covid-19 pandemic, he underwent chemotherapy and the transplant. He then faced complications – viruses and autoimmune encephalitis caused brain trauma and mobility impairments. Since the transplant, Jax has been in and out of hospital but continues to make progress. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad He's reaching milestones, such as drinking and eating with his hands, and beginning to form sentences; though uncertain if he'll walk, he remains determined, saying he will walk again. Sam Ryder with Eve Wilson (16, South Coast of England), Molly Townsend-Blazier (9, Kent), Jax Morris (9, North Ayrshire, Scotland), Habiba Konate Naim (13, Greater London) and their siblings | Daniel Kennedy/Disneyland Paris A moment where hope and joy took centre stage Molly Townsend-Blazier, from Kent, was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukaemia on her sixth birthday. Now in remission, she was thrilled to be part of the performance and despite initially being shy, her outgoing personality soon shone through during rehearsals. And Habiba Konate Naim, from Greater London, has Williams Syndrome and underwent a life-saving kidney transplant. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Disney Music Festival is running until 7th September 2025, with a lineup of more than a dozen live concerts and musical encounters – most of which are performed multiple times a day. Jason Suckley, for Make-A-Wish UK, which has worked with Disney for 45 years, granting more than 165,000 wishes around the world, said: 'This was so much more than a performance – it was a moment where hope and joy took centre stage. 'Wishes have the power to transform lives, and seeing these children shine alongside Sam Ryder at Disneyland Paris was the perfect way to celebrate World Wish Day. 'We're incredibly grateful to Sam and our friends at Disney for helping to create memories these families will treasure forever.'
