Britain's Got Talent fans say creepy act 'scariest thing they've ever seen on show'

Singing act The Dots left Simon Cowell baffled as they performed in a bid to win a place on stage at the Royal Variety Performance. The trio took to the stage to explain that they'd had to replace one of their members at the last-minute over 'creative differences.'

Simon Cowell thinks that all singers in 2022 are doing the same thing, so has decided to look for music acts he likes rather than "successful" ones on Britain’s Got Talent.The music mogul downsized his record label Syco earlier this year so he can focus on his TV work as well as spending more time with familyTaking a step away from spotting the next big chart topper, he has said that he now votes for singers that he would choose to listen to.In an interview with The Sun, he explained how he judges singers differently now.He said: "I think in the same way as you buy an album or a track, you like what you like."Simon explained how he finds it interesting how there are "so many outlets for singers" today, noting that social media platforms are at the forefront.He then added: "Weirdly there aren’t a lot of new artists breaking out at the moment."The music mogul thinks that everybody is "doing the same thing" at the moment, which is why there aren't many new artists breaking out.He explained that he tried to encourage people to do different things, before adding that this is why he tries to advise people on Britain's Got Talent to sing unique songs rather than ones he's heard "a million times before".He then told the paper: "Britain’s Got Talent is an amazing platform for singers, you get it right, choose the right song and boy it can change your life overnight."We saw that with Susan Boyle and people like Calum Scott."This comes after the ITV talent show faced fix claims when Pittsburgh-born, New York-based Loren Allred auditioned on the first episode of the new series.The 31-year-old American singer had already had a successful musical career and sung Never Enough in box-office smash-hit movie The Greatest Showman.For more

Britain’s Got Talent is finally back on our screens after being away for two years.The popular ITV talent show will see Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams take their seats on the judging panel.All of this year's hopefuls will be wanting to follow in the footsteps of the successful acts who have won the show so far.The show launched in 2007, quickly becoming one of the most talked about shows on TV.It has produced a whole range of stars from comedians, dancers, singers and magicians.Now we’re taking a look at the past winners of the hit show and what they’ve done since.Paul won the first series of Britain’s Got Talent 15 years ago.Before finding fame as an opera singer, he was a mobile phone salesman.Paul wowed the judges with his rendition of Nessun Dorma in his audition, which earned him a standing ovation.After winning the show Paul secured a recording contract and his debut album One Chance went double platinum, reaching number one in nine countries.He has performed all over the world and had a film made about his rise to fame, starring James Corden.In 2019, he appeared on the BGT: The Champions where past winners battled it out to be crowned the best of the best. Recently, he has appeared on the German version of the ITV show The Masked Singer.George was just 14 years old when he claimed victory on the talent show.

Britain's Got Talent (May 7) saw judges Amanda Holden, Simon Cowell, David Walliams and Alesha Dixon enjoy an evening of variety acts.Waiting in the wings, hosts Ant and Dec also enjoyed the slew of performances that ranged from singing, poetry, dancing, magic and comedy.With each of the judges as well as the Geordie duo having a Golden Buzzer act they are allowed to claim throughout the audition process, lucky contestants who make the grade are fast-tracked through the stages.After a Japanese magician, Keiichi Iwasaki, performed on the show tonight – he was hopeful that he might nab the coveted Golden Buzzer.Taking to the stage, he asked judge Alesha to assist him in an incredible illusion that left viewers with their jaws on the floor.Keiichi asked Alesha to raise a finger before showing off a ring and walking away."This ring, your finger," he said before he flicked his hand and the ring started to spin around in the air.It then began to hover through the air towards Alesha before landing finger.After receiving resounding roar of applause from the audience and judges, the magician was overjoyed.And even more so when he received a slew of yes votes.But that wasn't all, because soon after Ant and Dec bound onto the stage, down the steps and towards the panel before plunging the Golden Buzzer down.Fans were completely divided by Ant and Dec's decision. Some were overjoyed, while some branded it a "fix", and others were unhappy as they believed somebody earlier in the show deserved it more."That’s what you call variety, great golden buzzer choice," said one happy viewer.Another commented: "The best kind of magic is when you think you know how he’s doing it.

Britain's Got Talent viewers couldn't believe their ears when they heard young vocalist Immi Davis sing.The plucky nine-year-old took to the stage to perform her rendition of Screamin' Jay Hawkins' hit I Put A Spell On You and she didn't disappoint as she blew away the audience and judges alike. Simon Cowell, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden were all stunned by her talented display as she belted out the vocals.The judges refused to believe her young age as they admitted to being in awe of her for delivering such an incredible performance.Viewers at home also couldn't believe the voice they had just heard had come from such a young girl, as they rushed to Twitter to heap praise on her.Drawing comparisons to Adele and backing Immi as a series winner the compliments poured in for the youngster.One viewer wrote: "Singing the same style and power as Adele."Another added: "Wow! If you closed your eyes you'd never guess in million years she was nine years old! Brilliant well done."A third gushed: "Nine years old and already sounds that amazing! She's going to go far in life! Wow."A fourth social media user tweeted: "That little girl will win for sure just amazing."A fifth continued: "I love this kid.

David Walliams claims his pal Simon Cowell secretly loves being teased on Britain’s Got Talent because it means he’s the centre of attention.The pair are famed for having plenty of banter on the hit talent contest.Show boss Simon, 62, often claims he hates being bothered by his co-stars, but David, 50, is convinced that’s a front.He said: “I think Simon likes being teased, because it makes him the centre of attention. Ultimately, that’s his one goal.“So he doesn’t even mind when I do it, because it’s like, ‘Well, at least it’s all about me.’”For years Simon was known for being Mr Nasty because of his miserable persona.But since he hired David to join him on BGT in 2012, fans have seen a different side of him.David said: “I bring out the fun side of Simon.

Some of the most memorable contestants on Britain’s Got Talent were just children when they auditioned for the show and won the hearts of the nation with their impressive and adorable performances. Several of the gifted youngsters who wowed Simon Cowell and his fellow judges over the years have been making a name for themselves in their chosen fields since their brave and exciting time under the BGT spotlight.

Britain's Got Talent has seen every conceivable type of act over the years, from dancing dogs to ghosts.Each week, fans tune in to see the contestants wow the famous judges and the packed theatre audiences with their talents.Sometimes, however, even the most well-rehearsed routine can go horribly wrong with the audition being broadcast to millions of viewers at home, often sitting on the edge of their sofas.As the auditions continue, Daily Star Showbiz takes a look at some of the most terrifying BGT accidents and injuries over the course of the show's 15 years, airing on ITV.Many acts have been inspired by legendary escapologist Harry Houdini, with Andrew Basso, 36, being the latest one.Arriving on stage wearing a dressing gown, he soon stripped down to a pair of black pants and was soon wearing handcuffs, which were secured by a willing Amanda Holden.The Italian-born escapologist was then suspended upside down and submerged in a padlocked water tank, named the Water Torture Cell.After 30 seconds he had one hand free and after one minute both hands are free. But as the seconds ticked by, the audience became increasingly nervous as it looked like the escapologist was trapped.

Every season there are acts that make it onto the Britain’s Got Talent stage that are just a bit more weird or eccentric than the rest. They are the ones that have the judges and audience gasping, hiding their faces, speechless with surprise or completely freaked out. It’s quite amazing the extraordinary talents people develop and the things that end up amusing us the most.

Alesha Dixon, Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and David Walliams are linking up for the 10th time in the 15-series history of Britain's Got Talent (BGT). Having launched the careers of two dancing dogs, a gymnastics group from Surrey and a British soldier turned magician, the hunt is on for another entertainment great.

Britain’s Got Talent judging panel is a huge source of drama on and off-camera as fiery judges Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden, Simon Cowell and David Walliams entertain the nation on the ITV hit show.Over the years the nation has watched the fiery foursome duke it out over controversial acts in front of the cameras and make bold swipes at one another to reporters.But off camera, the judges have also engaged in some serious feuds.From divorce swipes, major snubs and contestants rows, check out our round up of the top five BGT judges feuds… The internet was set alight back in 2020 with rumours that BGT judge Alesha Dixon was “at war” with Simon Cowell’s beau, Lauren Silverman.A report claimed Lauren had a “showdown” with Alesha over fears she was too close to Simon on Britain’s Got Talent.It was claimed the confrontation happened backstage at auditions in London and left judge Alesha shaken and upset.A source told The Sun that crew members said Lauren “didn’t like the fact Simon and Alesha whispered to each other in recording gaps”.Alesha eventually hit back at the reports on Twitter, blasting: “First class journalism at its best again! Don’t let the truth get in the way of a good story!“How long can they keep getting away with this negative, toxic behaviour!”She added: “Lauren has been nothing but gracious to my family! Have you learnt nothing from Caroline [Flack]’s passing! #bekind.”Amanda Holden dished the dirt on jibes between Simon Cowell and David Walliams back in 2016 after the pair shared a series of frosty moments.Speaking to Fabulous magazine, Amanda revealed that Simon took his banter with David too far, commenting on Dave’s break-up with ex-wife Lara Stone .Amanda said: “David made it personal [first]… he dares

KNOWN as TV's Mr Nasty and an eternal bachelor, Simon Cowell surprised everyone when he revealed he was getting married - including his sister-in-law Emma Cowell. The author, 45, who’s married to Simon’s older half-brother Tony, 70, never thought the Britain's Got Talent judge, 62, would settle down - but admits his fiancée Lauren Silverman, 44, has "changed his life".

Britain's Got Talent boss Simon Cowell has told how his surgery to achieve an ageless face "hurt like hell".The record executive, 62, went on to add that he's swearing off Botox after revealing he didn't think he "looked a lot better" following the face-freezing procedure.A few years ago, the star revealed that he'd undergone a "sewing bioplastic-infused thread" face-lift to restore his youthful looks.The star spoke candidly about moving away from Botox to other treatments that are more painful.Simon said: "There’s lots of things you can do now."You don’t just have to stuff your face with filler and Botox."It hurts like hell but it gets rid of sun damage and unplugs all the c**p," he told The Sun.Elsewhere, Simon told how he enjoys looking back on old Britains Got Talent episodes to reflect on his and his fellow judges' Botox journeys.Simon admitted: "I love watching ‘the Botox years’."All of us are like, ‘Christ, we had a lot that year."Not so much that year… maybe a bit too much that year’, he added.He confessed that he didn't think he looked much better after having the procedure doneSimon explained: "You know, the old clips of us are hysterical."Amanda [Holden's] always like, ‘What was I thinking?’.

Amanda Holden is a Saturday night staple once again thanks to the return of Britain's Got Talent last month, and fans have certainly missed the star after a two-year hiatus. The 51-year-old joined fellow judges David Walliams, singer Alesha Dixon, and Simon Cowell on the talent show, with the series returning to more than six million viewers.

Britain's Got Talent judge Simon Cowell and singer Sinitta Malone shared a turbulent romance.Having met in the 1980's, the former couple formed a strong bond during the height of Sinitta's singing career.But what came to follow was a 30-year love affair filled with passion, jealousy, insecurity and mystery which repeatedly saw the pair make up and break up all over again.The couple's relationship was one that often caused a fair amount of media attention as many wondered whether they were actually dating or not despite their strong friendship.With the pair reportedly on good terms, Daily Star has taken a look inside their relationship and where their friendship stands now.Simon and Sinitta first met in 1983 when Sinitta, then thought to have been 20 years old at the time, became his first signing under his label.The pair kept their relationship fairly low-key but images that emerged at the time insinuated that they were more than just friends.Although Sinitta first denied that her and Simon engaged in sex during their younger days, she later retracted her statement and revealed that their relationship was a sexually intimate one.She later confirmed this in an interview by saying: "We did have a proper physical relationship.

The X-Factor: Celebrity at the end of 2019 and landing a deal with Simon Cowell’s record label, Megan McKenna was on the brink of taking her singing career to the next level. But then the pandemic hit. ‘This is what I wanted to put across in the book .

A source close to the pair told MailOnline that Simon’s ex-girlfriend Sinitta was interested in attending the wedding. Lauren was quick to shut it down, however.

BRITAIN's Got Talent faces another fix row as a Japanese magician has auditioned on the franchise in three other countries. A preview of Saturday night's show has revealed Japanese street magician Keiichi Iwasaki inviting judge Alesha Dixon to assist him in a mind-blowing illusion.

Britain's Got Talent star Keiichi Iwasaki has left the four celebrity judges in awe with his jaw-dropping magic trick.The magician left Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and David Walliams speechless as he got underway the special performance.The contestant took Alesha, 43, onto the stage to perform the incredible trick - where he shockingly made a ring fly onto her index finger.As Keiichi made his way onto the stage, the three remaining judges on the panel as well as the packed theatre audience remained on the edge of their seats.As he prepped the trick, he told Alesha: "Don't move because it's very difficult magic."From the countdown of three, the incredibly talented act left the audience gasping as they watched on.Amanda, 51, - who was dressed in a stunning yellow one-shoulder dress - was immediately shaken as she watched the event unfold.With a quick movement of Keiichi's fingers, the silver ring was flying in circles in front of the British pop singer.Alesha couldn't believe the events that were unfolding before her as the professional dancer looked shocked for words.She wore a stunning two-piece suit to judge the event, but it was safe to say that she looked sold by the event already.Even father-of-one Simon, 62, looked shocked beyond belief, it comes after the business mogul had admitted to loving magic tricks.Keiichi moved his hands around the flying ring to show that no type of string or ornament would be making the ring move - just magic."Woah!" He gasped.With countless gasps from the crowd, the magician knew that he had won over his audience.

DECKED out in sparkly dresses, full faces of make-up and towering heels, budding beauty queens battled it out to be named Queen. Only these weren't your average pageant entrants - some of this lot were barely out of nappies when they strutted their stuff on camera for TLC's Toddlers and Tiaras.

Britain's Got Talent star Jonathan Goodwin has been left paralysed by a stunt that went wrong during a rehearsal on America's Got Talent: Extreme.It has been revealed that Jonathan, from Pembrokeshire, was crushed between two suspended cars after they caught fire.He appeared on Lorraine on Friday (May 6) morning alongside his actress fiancée Amanda Abbington, who has appeared in BBC's Sherlock.Jonathan revealed that he suffered a catalogue of injuries, including a severed spinal cord and third-degree burns, after falling 30 feet.He also lost a kidney, broke both shoulder blades and shattered both legs.He was supposed to escape a straight jacket while suspended upside down 30 feet in the air in between two cars.However, he became crushed between them as they caught fire.Speaking on the ITV show, Amanda branded his cheekily branded her partner an "idiot".She said" "He's an idiot but i'm a wally so it's fine."Jonathan and Amanda went on to reveal that they plan to get married in the near future.Opening up on the first time they met, the stunt daredevil explained: "We had known each other for a while but never met."Our first call was seven hours "I flew to Vienna, because she was working there, to meet her after a month of chatting."We were engaged without half an hour."As well as featuring on Simon Cowell's talent shows, Goodwin has also featured on the Discovery Channel's One Way Out and How Not to Become Shark Bait as well as Channel 4's Balls of Steel and the Jonathan Ross Show.Amanda previously explained that Jonathan is keeping upbeat despite his life-changing injuries.She said: "His courage and his strength is something that I just aspire to be like."He's just incredible, honestly, like so happy, just like a very