BGT fans fume as they accuse Bruno Tonioli of hogging limelight during live semi-finals

Britain’s Got Talent fans couldn’t hide their disappointment on Sunday when comedian Viggo Venn scooped this year’s win, despite some stiff competition from several other acts. Over 100 fans were so unimpressed by the result in fact, that they contacted broadcasting regulator OFCOM to complain, despite the result being decided by a public vote on 4 June.

Britain's Got Talent is now in its 16th series and continuing to showcase some of the best acts from around the world. Featuring judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli, the show gives people a platform to launch their careers and they compete for a chance to take to the stage in the Royal Variety Performance. Acts include singers, dancers, impressionists and comedians and there is always a sprinkle of chaos in the auditions and beyond when some of the more wacky people perform.

The winner of Britain's Got Talent 2023 has been announced as Viggo Venn, with Lillianna Clifton coming in second place and Cillian O'Connor in third.The champion, who was crowned in tonight's live TV final on ITV will go on to perform in front of King Charles, and other members of the royal family at the Royal Variety Performance on November 30 2023. Tonight's show saw the final ten acts; Musa Motha, Amy Lou, Viggo Venn, Olivia Lynes, Ghetto Kids, Travis George, Malakai Bayoh, Duo Odyssey, Cillian O'Connor, and Lillianna Clifton, go head-to-head to be crowned series champ.

After several weeks of auditions and live shows, the Britain's Got Talent grand final is finally here. Over the last week fans of the long-running ITV talent show have watched five live semi-finals which saw the acts whittled down to the final stage.

Ant McPartlin and his stepdaughter took home a special piece of Britain's Got Talent memorabilia over the weekend, following Viggo Venn's crowning as the series champion. Norwegian funnyman Viggo, 43, beat the likes of Musa Motha, Amy Lou, Olivia Lynes, Ghetto Kids, Travis George, Malakai Bayoh, Duo Odyssey, Cillian O'Connor, Tonikaku and Lillianna Clifton in the talent show's grand final, earning himself both a tasty £250,000 cheque and a spot in the next Royal Variety Performance line-up. Pictured leaving the Hammersmith Apollo in a taxi together after the confetti-sprinkled extravaganza, Ant, 47, and his wife Anne-Marie Corbett's daughter had a laugh by wearing one of Viggo's beloved high-visibility jackets on their heads.

The Britain's Got Talent final descended into chaos after Simon Cowell was momentarily silenced after appearing to get something stuck in his throat. Following Amy Lou Smith's performance, which saw her sing the song Reflection from Mulan, show hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly went to Simon for feedback, when he appeared to have something stuck in his throat and could barely speak.

The Britain's Got Talent final was only a few minutes in and fans were already complaining. Viewers at home were not happy at all over the wildcard choice and took to social media to talk about it.

Eagle-eyed viewers of the Britain's Got Talent final have spotted an apparent rift between two judges after hearing Bruno Tonioli get 'booed' just minutes into the final. After weeks of auditions and live shows, the ITV talent show will come to an end tonight (June 4) with one performer crowned the BGT champion.

As the Britain’s Got Talent acts gear up for the grand final tomorrow night, some fans have expressed their discontent with the full finalist line-up. Following the confirmation of those who have made it through, many viewers have been claiming that one act was “robbed” out of a chance to win a spot at the Royal Variety Performance and the grand prize of £250,000. On Friday night, eight more acts took to the stage to perform again, including comedian Tonikaku, whose first audition left the judges in stitches.The comedian - whose act consists of striking ‘naked’ poses - wasn’t a one trick pony, either.

Britain's Got Talent fans were left confused on Friday night as Simon Cowell meowed – leading Declan Donnelly to tell him off. In an awkward turn of events during the fifth night of the BGT live semi-final shows, host Dec wasted no time in calling out Simon after he mocked his fellow judges as they critiqued dancing duo Romeo & Icy.

Britain’s Got Talent legend Paul Potts has hit out at new judge Bruno Tonioli for his choice of colourful language, after Bruno turned the airwaves red with his swearing during this weeks semi-finals. Paul, who famously won the very first series of the show as an opera singer back in 2007, took issue with Bruno’s swearing, as he insisted the former Strictly Come Dancing star needed to “ring it in.” The swearing furore first kicked off on Tuesday, when 67 year old Bruno accidentally swore live on air as the judges were watching daredevil Andrew Stanton perform a series of gruesome tasks.

Fans have called it her "best outfit so far" after Amanda Holden wowed the crowds at Britain's Got Talent live semi-final last night.The 52-year-old judge looked sensational in a long-fitted white skirt and bandage-style strapless and backless top, showcasing her toned shoulders, slim waist and killer abs. Her golden blonde tresses were bundled up into a high bun and she finished the Grecian-style ensemble with chunky gold jewellery and smoky eye make-up. Amanda strutted out with fellow judges Bruno Tonioli, Alesha Dixon and Simon Cowell and stole the show with her extremely toned midriff, prompting fans on her social media to go wild with delight.

Simon Cowell was unwittingly dragged into Boycanto's act on Britain's Got Talent on Thursday night, as one cheeky little chap pied him in the face. In the VT prior to the young theatre boys' performance, Simon could be seen telling them to "be more naughty" after watching their previous show. And they clearly took the advice on board, as they put on an energetic and choreographed routine which included running out into the audience with silly string.

Many Britain's Got Talent viewers were left commenting on the same thing as Simon Cowell debuted a 'new look' during tonight's (June 1) live semi-final. Just minutes into the start of the fourth show of the week, fans headed onto social media to question the music mogul's choice of accessories.

Britain's Got Talent fans were left fuming after the secret identity of Noodle the Cat was finally revealed on Thursday night's episode of the show.The animation was a surprise entry to the talent show, as the creature danced, grooved and swayed throughout its performance, with fans at home loving every minute of the unique entrant. It even ended up getting four yeses from the judges, Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli.

Viewers of Britain's Got Talent have slammed the show as a "fix" as one vowed they'll "never watch it again" following the third semi-finals which aired on ITV on Wednesday. Ghetto Kids, Dylan B, Toy Toy Toy, Notorious, Markus Birdman, Miki Dark, Travis George and Harry Churchill were all in the semi-final, as they performed their sets in front of the judges, Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli.

Wednesday night's Britain's Got Talent kicked off with an apology about Tuesday's show, from hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.The duo brought viewers' attention back to some swearing that happened the previous night, with Ant identifying the guilty party. New judge Bruno Tonioli was mortified as he realised that he had been caught out and as he was exposed, boos could be heard from the live audience. On Tuesday night viewers at home could hear Bruno, 67, appear to say: "F***ing hell" during the second live semi-final of the series.

Britain’s Got Talent viewers were left furious as Bruno Tonioli dropped the f*** bomb while live on air during tonight's show. Eight new semi-finalists took to the stage on Wednesday’s live shows hoping to do enough to make it through to the grand final at the weekend.

Amanda Holden was left screaming at one act during the Britain's Got Talent semi-finals on Tuesday night.

Britain’s Got Talent judge Simon Cowell had fans distracted during a cringe-inducing moment on Monday’s show. The awkward blunder happened as Musa Motha and Amy Lou became the first confirmed finalists.