Britain’s Got Talent LIVE: Golden Buzzer act Keiichi Iwasaki & Eva Abley return TONIGHT for semi-final; plus how to vote

After a night's break, the Britain's Got Talent final is finally here. In the last week fans of the ITV talent show have been treated to five live semi-final shows as the acts were whittled down.

Simon Cowell’s done for talent shows what Andy Carroll’s stag do did for marital bliss.You can’t blame viewers for deserting Britain’s Got Talent in droves.It’s morphed into The Voice plus sob stories, imported speciality acts and really naff turns.Those dancing dinosaurs should have been buzzed off at their first audition.The Witches conjured up nine minutes of ham building up to the anti-climax of a tame rat in a box.Granted, Amanda Holden running off after grasping something fierce and hairy was a TV first. But how is that an act?What do you think? Have your say in the comments belowIt might’ve worked better if the judges had played it straight instead of trying – and failing – to be funny.They axed some hopefuls for “not improving” between shows.

The Britain's Got Talent judges' panel has been taken over by some new stars ahead of this weekend's final – the children of the judges themselves. In an adorable snap published to Amanda Holden's Instagram page, it showed her youngest daughter, Hollie Rose Hughes, sat in Amanda's seat – with Simon Cowell's son, Eric Cowell, to her left, and Alesha Dixon's eldest daughter, Azura Ononye, to her right.

BRITAIN'S Got Talent viewers have 'worked out' the secret clue that shows which act will win each semi final. The fifth and final instalment of the semi finals week aired last night - and Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer act Axel Blake was the last performer to get through to the grand final.

Britain's Got Talent viewers were left with complaints as acts Axel Blake and Aneeshwar Kunchala swept through to this weekend's live final after a nail-biting semi-final round.The top three acts were announced as Welsh at the West End, Axel and Aneeshwar.Comedian Axel was declared the winner of the semi-final, with Aneeshwar winning the judge vote.But fans soon complained the show was a "fix" as Axel was Simon's golden buzzer act.Though Axel drew screams of laughter from the audience throughout his comedy routine dressed all in yellow after receiving the buzzer, fans are suspicious after other golden buzzer acts - including Loren Allred - already made it through.One viewer tweeted: "Fix for Simon's golden buzzer!""Wouldn’t it be simply simply lovely if We all vote Brian and Krysstal so that for once all of us at home rig the result instead [of Simon]!" someone else then suggested.As a third fan said: "Axel Blake is through to the final and Simon is a happy judge."Simon also confirmed there will be a Wildcard act making it through to the final, to be announced at the weekend.The ten acts through to the final have now been confirmed as singer Tom Ball, comedian Eva Abley, impressionist Ben Nickless, rap duo Flintz & Taylor, ventriloquist Jamie Leahey and singer Maxwell Thorpe.Confirmed during Thursday’s show were The Greatest Showman vocalist Loren Allred and dance group Five Star Boys.Loren Allred made it through by public vote and was visibly over the moon when the verdict was announced, while Five Star Boys made it through by judges vote.But fans were left slamming the talent competition as a 'fix' after Loren stormed through on the public vote, as she already found fame as the voice behind the song Never Enough in The

BRITAIN's Got Talent fans say they've "unmasked" The Witch as an ex-Coronation star as they predicted the act "will be back." The wart-riddled magic act's time in the competition came to an abrupt end in Monday's first semi-final. Busker Maxwell Thorpe and 13-year-old ventriloquist Jamie Leahey were chosen from the eight acts that performed to go through to the final.

Britain’s Got Talent judge Simon Cowell has envisioned how he would react if his son Eric was bullied, and it seems he can’t fathom the thought. On Thursday’s live show of the ITV competition, the fourth semi-final of the week, dance group Five Star Boys were the second act to take to the stage after pantomime dames Dame Nation ahead of Sunday’s final. Five Star Boys wowed the judges and public alike during their first audition, when they explained that they went on the show ‘to spread the word for boys who can dance’, while admitting that ‘it’s not always easy for us’.

Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden was left looking red-faced after a "funny bones" gaffe about a comedy contestant who has cerebral palsy. The third round of live semi-finals on Wednesday (June 1) saw teenager Eva Abley take to the stage at London's Hammersmith Apollo as she performed another comedy act.

Britain’s Got Talent fans think they have "rumbled" Keiichi Iwasaki beer magic trick on Wednesday's semi-finals.The Ant and Dec Golden Buzzer act performed a magic trick on each of the judges — Amanda Holden, Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams. For Simon's trick, Keiichi said: "Simon, I've heard you like beer, so I've prepared beer for you...

Britain's Got Talent acts Tom Ball and Eva Abley have made it through the grand final.Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams were all on hand to offer their advice as eight new acts took to the stage on Wednesday (June 1) night for the third semi-final.Dan gushed as Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly urged him to talk about his win, clearly overjoyed about the achievement.Tom won by viewer votes and Eva was voted for by David, Alesha and Amanda as she went up against Keiichi Iwasaki.However, some viewers didn't agree with the final verdict and thought that Keiichi should have been given a chance.Fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts on the final and seemed divided as they posted.One wrote: "Not impressed with tonight's results but it's the way it goes."Another said: "Never forget the power of a sympathy vote [...] Keeiichi should have gotten the vote!"Britain's Got Talent has been slammed by fans in recent days who have deemed the show the "worst series ever".Fans of the ITV talent show have been left disappointed by this year's contestants and think that she show is full of "sympathy acts".Viewers often share their thoughts on Twitter and have voiced their opinions on the series loud and clear, with one unimpressed fan saying that they "stopped watching the show a long time ago" due to the fact that "everyone has a sob story".Another said there was "no talent to be seen" whilst one irritated fan simply said it has been "very boring".A firm fan favourite in recent weeks has been Ben Nickless, an impressionist who won the hearts of the judges and the nation.Many thought that he was the best act on the lineup and assumed he was going to win and viewers went wild for him.A fan gushed on

BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT has returned this evening for the third live semi-final of the week where eight more acts are battling it out to reach the final. Last night Ben Nickless and Flintz & Taylor managed to succesfully make their way in to the BGT final. It comes as the show has been accused of having a lack of diversity as ALL female performers miss out on place in the final so far.

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BRITAIN'S Got Talent has been accused of having a lack of diversity as ALL female performers miss out on place in the final so far. Ben Nickless and Flintz & Taylor joined Maxwell Thorpe and Jamie Leahey who will battle it out in Sunday night's final for the chance to perform in front of the Queen.

Britain's Got Talent final after a nail-biting semi-final showdown.They will now perform in the grand finale and compete at the last hurdle for their chance to win £250,000 and to perform on stage at Royal Variety Show.The outright winner of the show was Ben after his comical impressionist routine had the judges and viewers in stitches.The judges were then left to choose between rapping duo Flintz and Taylor and animal lover Captain Amber and The Dancing Collies.With both David Walliams and Alesha Dixon opting to save Flintz and Taylor, Amanda Holden threw the result into turmoil as she gave her vote to Amber.With the deciding vote going to Simon Cowell he suggested to Amber she should have "just one dog" before deciding it was Flintz and Taylor who would go through to Sunday night's final.The duo of acts join singer Maxwell Thorpe and comedian Jamie Leahey who already cruised through to the final on Monday (May 31).Sheffield based busker Maxwell got a standing ovation from the judges following his performance at the Hammersmith Apollo.Maxwell delivered a spine-tingling rendition of operatic anthem Now We Are Free to secure his finale spot.David Walliams enthusiastically heaped praise on him as he stated the talented vocalist should have been "given a golden buzzer."Jamie - who is just 13 years old - won his place after he was saved by a public vote which saw him beat off competition from magician Junwoo.He performs his ventriloquist act alongside his sidekick Chuck.Talking on Monday's show he said: "I started ventriloquism in the first lockdown.

Britain’s Got Talent 2022 live shows continue on ITV, as a range of talented performances compete in the latest semi-final in an effort to get through to Sunday’s final. Monday night’s programme saw the return of the chilling Witch act, while busker Maxwell Thorpe and ventriloquist Jamie Leahey soared through to the final stage of the competition.

Opera singer Maxwell Thorpe wowed the “Britain’s Got Talent” judges with a stunning performance as the semifinals kicked off Monday night.

BRITAIN'S Got Talent fans have been left wanting an apology after the "disrespectful" judging panel "interrupted" The Witches performance last night - meaning they did not get to the final. Viewers are calling for Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams to apologise after their “ignorant” behaviour. As part of the act, the judges were asked to take a piece of paper with a fear written on it out of a bag.

Britain's Got Talent is known for its weird and wonderful talent as well as its controversial moments, and it appears the first live show hasn't escaped criticism from viewers. The ITV talent show returned to screens on Monday night (May 30) for the first of five semi-final shows.

Britain's Got Talent live semi-finals are well and truly underway, with the first performances aired on Monday.The ITV talent show is being broadcast live for the first time in two years following the Covid-19 pandemic.Monday's show saw a wide range of acts competing for the enormous cash prize and a place at the iconic Royal Variety Performance, including Mel Day and Jamie Leahey.During the show, Ant, revealed that they had some "big, big" news for viewers at home.He said: "There's no Britain's Got Talent app this year, so RIP to the BGT A P P."David Walliams seemed overjoyed by the news. He said: "It was so boring hearing you talk about it every day."No app, fantastic!"Ant quickly intervened and said: "Hold your horses just a second because, the app may have gone but as we've just seen there's a brand new way to vote this year."Dec then revealed that people can now vote online for free by visiting the website or by scanning the brand new QR code on screen.He said: "We've got a QR code, in your face David!"Whilst the presenters and judges were left amazed by the news, many viewers at home were unimpressed, sharing their disappointment on Twitter.One person wrote: "Why have you taken away the app? It was so quick and easy to vote.

Britain’s Got Talent viewers have accused the judges of ‘ruining’ act The Witch's performance on the first of the live semi-final shows on Monday night. Despite being one of the most popular acts on social media and impressing judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams, the act didn’t get through to Sunday night’s final. While an automatic spot went to opera singer Maxwell Thorpe, the judges' votes were split, choosing to send through Jamie Leahey, a 13 year old ventriloquist over Junwoo.

Britain's Got Talent 2022 final.The first semi-final show on Monday (May 30) evening saw the first round of contestants take centre stage.Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams were all on hand to offer their verdict and hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly kept an eye on proceedings.Sheffield busker Maxwell received the most public votes and the judges had to decide to give the second spot to ventriloquism act Jamie or magician Junwoo.Clearly torn with who they believed deserved a place in the final show, the vote went back in the hands of the viewers.Receiving the most votes from the public Jamie Leahey managed to edge his way through to the final show on Sunday night.Jumping on Twitter, fans shared their thoughts on the first pair of finalists with many congratulating them.One person wrote: "Very happy with the two in the final so far! Thoroughly deserved!"Meanwhile another said: "Maxwell Thorpe is an absolute dream for the eyes and ears."A third added: "Happy for both finalists tonight on @BGT- young North West lad with his chicken and a busker from Sheffield."However although some viewers were happy, many others were not pleased with the result.BGT viewers who were impressed with an act called The Witches were hoping that they made it through to the finals but unfortunately they didn't.Fans at home were quick to blame the judges for The Witches result and said their distractions aided in their final place slot.Taking to Twitter again, disappointed spectators shared their thoughts on the spooky act.One person said: "First disappointment of the series..