BGT’s Alesha Dixon backs golden buzzer act to win: ‘They were exceptional’

Britain's Got Talent has faced the wrath of some viewers following its return to screens. The hit ITV talent show returned for its 16th series on Saturday night (April 15) before a second helping of auditions aired on Sunday night in a bumper series premiere weekend.

Simon Cowell has addressed David Walliams’ departure from Britain’s Got Talent.The comedian stepped down as a judge on the ITV series late last year, after he apologised for making “disrespectful” comments towards contestants during a 2020 recording.In his apology after the leaked transcript was reported by the Guardian, Walliams said: “These were private conversations and – like most conversations with friends – were never intended to be shared. Nevertheless, I am sorry.”Speaking to The Sun about his exit, Cowell explained that he “didn’t really get involved in the decision”.“From what I understand, he decided to step back,” he said.

Amanda Holden looked proud as she exited Global Radio Studios with her youngest daughter Hollie on Monday, as the 11 year old accompanied her famous mum to work. Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda, 52, beamed as she strolled with Hollie in London after hosting Heart Breakfast alongside Jamie Theakston. The mum of two, who shares daughters Alexa, 17, and Hollie with husband Chris Hughes, wowed in a bright green Michael Kors midi dress and blue denim jacket, paired with white high heels.

Malakai Bayoh stunned the judging panel and viewers at home with his incredible performance on Britain's Got Talent.

Amanda Holden was dubbed “ageless” as she flaunted her flawless figure in a sleek pink minidress following the new season of Britain’s Got Talent. Amanda, who recently put her £5m Surrey home on the market, joined Alesha Dixon, Simon Cowell and Bruno Tonioli on Saturday as the new season of BGT kicked off.The show included a spectacular Ugandan dance troupe called Ghetto Kids, and Alesha even had a blast from the past as she reunited with someone she knew from her days in girl band Miss-Teeq.

Britain's Got Talent fans were left far from impressed as one act set himself on fire to solve a Rubik's Cube on Sunday's edition of the family talent show. During the episode, professional stuntman Thomas Vu doused himself in a fire-retardant gel before being set alight as he tried to solve the tricky puzzle. The act went down a treat with Simon Cowell and his fellow judges as they gave him a standing ovation, while the rest of the audience also appeared super impressed with the act.

Britain's Got Talent viewers were brought to tears tonight after Nathan and Joanne took to the stage to perform. The ballroom dancers performed an incredible Cha-Cha-Cha to Shakira's Try Everything. Joanne introduced herself and Nathan, who has Down's syndrome, and described her dance partner as "very cheeky".

Britain's Got Talent star Amy Lou Smith, who appeared in Saturday night's episode, gave birth just hours before the nation watched her perform. The singer, who works as a tanning shop receptionist, 34, walked onto the stage cradling her bump during the first episode of the series. Her incredible act received four yes votes but most incredibly, her baby Aida was born just in time to see her mum's big moment.

Simon Cowell has pressed the golden buzzer for his favourite act on just the second episode of the new series of Britain's Got Talent. Simon, who's famous for being difficult to please, was blown away by Malakli's opera performance and smashed the golden buzzer for him – taking him straight through to the live shows.The young singer received a standing ovation by both the judges and the crowd as Simon went on to label his singing as "golden" before smashing the buzzer. BGT viewers echoed similar sentiments online.

The return of Britain’s Got Talent drew around half a million fewer viewers than last year as the show came back on the air for the first time since the pandemic. ITV said the first episode of the 16th series had an average of 5.5 million viewers based on overnight figures.The peak viewing figure of the premiere of the talent show on Saturday at 8 pm was 6.2 million viewers.The broadcaster said it was ITV1’s highest-rated programme of the year based on overnight figures. BGT will air a further episode of auditions on Sunday at 7.45pm.

New Britain’s Got Talent judge Bruno Tonioli delighted Strictly Come Dancing viewers with his dynamic personality for 15 years. He was last seen as a judge on Strictly in 2019 and his permanent departure from the show was announced ahead of the last series. And now he’s joined forces with good friend Simon Cowell on the BGT panel, alongside fellow judges Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon, who refers to Bruno as “an excited puppy”.

Britain’s Got Talent never fails to surprise fans and as the popular competition returned to screens on Saturday night, 15 April, viewers were treated to an array of performances including keyboard playing by Darth Vader and a budding young magician. Opening the show was Darth Vader who, staying in character, refused to actually converse with judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and newcomer Bruno Tonioli and could simply be heard breathing at them.

Saturday was Britain's Got Talent judge Bruno Tonioli's first day on the job and he has already had to apologise to Simon Cowell for making a hilarious blunder.

Britain’s Got Talent fans were left divided on Saturday night’s debut return of the popular talent show, as TikTok sensation Jane Mckenna failed to impress veteran judge Simon Cowell with her performance.The 64 year old social media star, performed a unique movement routine, where she impersonated images that were flashed on screen, including everything from a stapler through to a brioche bun! The quirky act went down a treat with members of the studio audience, but sadly it failed to impress Simon, who felt it was too niche for the show, and sadly refused to put Jane through to the next round - although he did thank her for coming out to audition. Fans at home were left divided by the result, as many viewers at home were loving the performance - and couldn’t understand why Simon wasn’t impressed by the unique and tongue-in-cheek act.

As Britain’s Got Talent returned to our screens on Saturday night for the 16th series, another exciting batch of contestants were keen to impress the show judges and perhaps win a chance to perform for King Charles at the Royal Variety Performance. Joining the judging panel for this series, was Strictly Come Dancing icon Bruno Tonioli, who took over judging duties from David Walliams.

Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli and Amanda Holden were all moved to tears on Saturday night’s Britain’s Got Talent as budding magician Cillian O'Connor, 13, wowed them with his performance.The young contestant bravely took to the stage in a black t-shirt and bowler hat as he went on to show off his magic tricks – which at once stage left Simon Cowell speechless. Ahead of his performance, Cillian told the judges he had autism and used his magic as a way of improving his social skills. Already setting off his time on stage on an emotional note, Cillian went on to break down in tears after completely smashing his act, sparking Alesha, Amanda and Bruno to tear up too.

Britain’s Got Talent fans have taken to Twitter to query why former judge David Walliams is no longer on the judging panel. The author and comedian had been a part of the panel, alongside Amanda Holden, Simon Cowell and Alesha Dixon, but has been replaced by former Strictly judge Bruno Tonioli for the 2023 season.

As the latest series of Britain’s Got Talent got underway on Saturday, judge Alesha Dixon was treated to a surprising blast from the past, as she realised she and one of this year’s hopefuls already knew each other. Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and new judge Bruno Tonioli were completely taken aback when Alesha admitted she recognising one member of community choir The Big Sing, who she knew all the way back in her early days with girlband Miss-Teeq.

Simon Cowell has spoken out for the first time about David Walliams’ exit from Britain’s Got Talent. It was reported back in November that the comedian had decided to leave the show in the wake of his explosive voice notes being leaked, where David could be heard making derogatory remarks about one of the auditioning contestants. He went on to apologise for his comments, with a BGT source later saying that the BGT panel for the new series of the show – which returns to screens tonight, Saturday 15 April – was “up in the air”.

Simon Cowell has refuted speculation that he previously had a facelift, after Britain's Got Talent presenters Ant & Dec made a cheeky dig at his appearance.The 63 year old music mogul and multimillionaire record executive is back on our screens tonight for the first episode of the 16th series of Britain's Got Talent, alongside regular judges Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon, and newbie Bruno Tonioli. Simon is showing no signs of slowing down and today confirmed he's looking to set up a new singing competition series. But before launching a new show, he's got a full series of Britain's Got Talent ahead of him - and the episodes will see him warding off cheeky remarks from Ant & Dec.