Britain's Got Talent's 2022 finale acts as wildcard is unveiled

Simon Cowell was once known as television's most vicious judge, with the music mogul striking fear into the heart of contestants on The X Factor, Britain's Got Talent, and Pop Idol. If there was anything not to his liking you would be hearing about it. His reputation for savage insults, damning criticisms, and blunt comments made so many waves that he was picked to judge American Idol shortly after.

Alesha Dixon has revealed that she was fond of collecting magnets during her time in girl group Mis-Teeq as it was the first time she had ever "experienced travelling".The 43 year old formed the group – which enjoyed chart success with hits such as Scandalous – alongside Sabrina Washington, also 43, and Su-Elise Nash, 41, in 1999. But the band broke up in 2005, with Alesha going on to win Strictly Come Dancing and become a judge on Britain's Got Talent. Speaking to Giovanna Fletcher on her Journey to the Magic podcast with The Walt Disney Travel Company, Alesha opened up on her former magnet-collecting hobby.

AMANDA Holden looked sensational as she slipped out of bed in a slinky nightdress. The Britain's Got Talent judge, 51, got out on the right side of the bed this morning and told fans that she was having a "blissful" start to the day.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has admitted that he will miss his co-star Bruno Tonioli after he leaves the BBC show, which he has been part of for 18 years.Craig, known for his hard-to-please nature and critical attitude, has judged the celebrity contestants alongside Bruno, known for his flamboyant character and happy-go-lucky personality, for almost 20 years since the show’s debut in 2004.Despite their polar opposite characteristics, Craig has revealed that he will “miss” his old pal as he departs from the show to focus on the American version, Dancing With The Stars.Craig opened up about Bruno’s exit to MailOnline and said: “I am going to miss him, but then I do get to spend quite a few months with him travelling around the country in a Mini so I get my yearly fill, which is quite good.”The dancing duo are set to return for a second series of their ITV show, Craig and Bruno’s Great British Road Trips, which saw the pair travel the length and breadth of the country from Cornwall to Yorkshire and Scotland to the Lake District.The programme went on for six episodes and has been renewed for a second season, so viewers will still continue to see Bruno and Craig’s antics after he leaves Strictly.However, there is an empty spot on the judging panel and Craig has an idea of who he wants to fill it.Speaking of fellow frosty-faced judge Simon Cowell, Craig explained: “I’d like him because I think he would be brilliant television. I’ve met him, but I’m not friends with him.

Amanda Holden is well known for her jaw-dropping Instagram posts and she didn't disappoint with her latest outing. The Britain’s Got Talent judge, 51, caught the attention of her 1.8million followers when she shared a clip showing her exercising wearing a skimpy black nightie with floral patterns after getting out of bed.

Britain's Got Talent champ Jai McDowall has revealed Simon Cowell gave him "more than he should have" for winning the hit ITV talent show.The Scottish singer won the 2011 series of BGT, which bagged him a whopping £100,000 cash prize and a performing slot at the prestigious Royal Variety performance.However, Jai suggested show boss Simon Cowell gave him more than he should have - including an album deal and a tour.Speaking exclusively to Daily Star, Jai confirmed he patched things up with Simon after their feud and that the music mogul gave him more opportunities than show champs usually get.Dishing on the lucrative opportunities he got from Simon, Jai said: "Look at what he’s done for myself. A lot of people don’t know this, but on BGT you get a prize and you get to sing at the Royal Variety, but I got a lot of stuff I shouldn’t have got."I got the album deal and I got a tour, and I got certain things out of it that I wasn’t supposed to, and I always say to people that I got a lot more than I should have.

Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden has stepped out in style after she shared a picture of herself in an eye-catching mini dress on her Instagram.The 51-year-old caught the attention of her 1.8 million followers when she uploaded a stunning snap to her story, which showed off her long legs and impressive figure.The Heart Radio host shot a smile at the camera as she stepped out into the road, one hand on her chest and another clutching a bag as she strutted away.She covered her face with large black sunglasses and styled her signature blonde hair behind her shoulders as she walked in a pair of nude high heels.The dress showed off the 51-year-olds figure and featured a low square neckline and a short hem that cut off above the knee.The bright green colour accentuated her bronzed glow and Holden accessorised with gold bracelets and necklaces.Amanda tagged Karen Millen as the designer of the dress and Kate Spade as the designer for the bag.The talent show judge blew fans away with her stunning ball gown for the Britain’s Got Talent final which saw comedian Axel Blake take home the title.Amanda uploaded a picture of the dress to her Instagram, which once again highlighted her curves as she walked up the stairs behind the scenes.Her hair was loosely blow dried and she wore minimal make-up, with black eyeliner to accentuate her almond shaped eyes.The yellow gown was fitted round the body and had a mermaid style hem, which flared out below the hips into layers of fabric.A corset held her in at the chest and had no straps.Fans went wild for the daring look and rushed to comment on the judge’s outfit.One kind follower wrote: “There are not enough words to describe that beauty of yours,” and signed off with a heart eye emoji

AMANDA Holden looked amazing as she left work today wearing a tailored green minidress. The 51-year-old turned heads as she showed off her toned legs after another morning on the radio.

Performers Joseph B. Clarke and Bri’Anna Harper left their mark on the “America’s Got Talent” stage Tuesday night.

BGT judge Amanda Holden channelled office chic in a sophisticated green mini dress as she walked through London.The 51 year old, who recently shared an adorable snap of the BGT panel swapped out for their children, looked incredible as she was spotted leaving the Heart Radio Studios on Wednesday, where she presents the Breakfast show with Jamie Theakston.The mum-of-two wore a bright green dress with a square neckline and corset-style top.The dress had padded shoulders and a small slit up the front. She paired it with delicate necklaces layered around her neck, small hoop earrings and a number of bracelets, including from designer Van Cleef & Arpels.

changed things up during the second week of auditions for season 17.Talented songstress Madison «Maddie» Taylor Baez, 11, has been a life-long fan of and came to the show to audition. However, to spice things up a bit, producers collaborated with Maddie to throw the judges a curveball.Maddie posed as an audience member, and during a commercial break raised her hand when the show's warm-up comic asked if there was anyone in the audience who wanted to try their hand at singing.It's a tradition on the show, apparently, and one that most of the judges essentially ignore.

Howie Mandel hit his Golden Buzzer for Madison Baez Taylor on Tuesday's episode of America's Got Talent on NBC sending her straight to the live shows.The 11-year-old singer from Yorba Linda, California, was planted in the audience and belted out 'Amazing Grace,' shocking the auditorium and judges with her voice during a break in taping.Simon Cowell, 62, who didn't know the crew had purposefully put Madison in the audience, told the young singer to come to the stage. Golden child:Howie Mandel hit his Golden Buzzer for Madison Baez Taylor on Tuesday's episode of America's Got Talent on NBC sending her straight to the live showsThe audience also chanted for her to sing 'on the stage.'When she got up, Madison said it had always been a dream to be on the AGT stage and cried right before she sang the song again.

changed things up during the second week of auditions for season 17.Talented songstress Madison «Maddie» Taylor Baez, 11, has been a life-long fan of and came to the show to audition. However, to spice things up a bit, producers collaborated with Maddie to throw the judges a curveball.Maddie posed as an audience member, and during a commercial break raised her hand when the show's warm-up comic asked if there was anyone in the audience who wanted to try their hand at singing.It's a tradition on the show, apparently, and one that most of the judges essentially ignore.

Amanda Holden has vowed to continue wearing eye-popping dresses in her 50s and has hit back at critics of her figure-hugging clothes.The Britain’s Got Talent beauty stuck two fingers up to prudes and snapped back: “They’ve got too much time to think - that’s my opinion on that.”Amanda, 51, bragged that she loves showing off her figure and has no plans to stop.She explained: “While I’ve still got the figure, I do love a bodycon dress or a good well-made pair of jeans with a T-shirt, a blazer and a nice heel.“I still enjoy wearing clothes that show off my figure. I dress for myself and wear what makes me feel good.”She added: “It’s funny because I don’t think when I was in the public eye in the 90s, anyone looked towards me as any kind of fashion person - but I think it’s assumed they do now and I’m in my 50s.“I find it quite weird that people didn’t start asking me where I got clothes from until my 40s or 50s - which I’m really enjoying!“I’m not a fashion victim and there are loads of things I can’t stand, like mullets.

Amanda Holden has been embracing the British summer at the Heart FM offices as she put her curves front and centre in a floral two-piece.The radio host, 51, defied her age completely as she slipped into a snugly fitted pair of black trousers embellished with blue, orange and pink flowers and dotted with green leaves.A matching blazer hugged Amanda’s stunning figure as she posed for a variety of snaps in the incredible ensemble, folding her arms across her chest as she grinned for a candid snap.In another snap, she perched atop a desk and let her Kate Spade blazer gape open, leaving little to the imagination even wearing a pastel pink blouse underneath.Amanda let her caramel-coloured tresses fall gently around her shoulders while she posed up a storm at the office, matching things up with a pair of point-toed pale pink stilettos.A pair of glitzy earrings and a pearl bracelet completed her outfit, while Amanda opted for a glam make-up look featuring a hot pink lip and bold eyeliner.It comes after Amanda caused quite a stir at the Britain’s Got Talent semi-finals, as she tucked herself into an incredible skirt made entirely from Union Jacks in a puffball style.Though incredibly short at the front to give a glimpse of Amanda’s bare thighs, the skirt’s train trailed behind her as she ran around London for an impromptu video shoot, looking pleased with herself in a silky red corset top, backless except for a few thin straps.With her hair straightened into a sleek style, Amanda jogged up steps and frolicked in front of Big Ben in the incredible outfit amid the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, posting the clip on Instagram captioned with a Union Jack emoji.Fans were blown away by the bespoke piece, which hailed from Sheffield boutique

Olly Murs has just announced his engagement to his girlfriend of three years, bodybuilder Amelia Tank. The Troublemaker hitmaker took to Instagram to post an adorable photo of the loved-up couple on a mountainside where they had clearly been hiking.The pair can be seen in a fierce embrace as Amelia’s diamond sparkler could be seen on her hand, after Olly popped the question on Saturday. Olly, 37, captioned the snap: "04.06.2022 Amelia Tank," followed by a diamond ring emoji and a white heart emoji.” Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .

Britain's Got Talent winner Axel Blake has denied claims the show is "fixed" and has hit back at people who suggested he was "already famous". Viewers were left outraged Sunday night's final result as the dad of two triumphed over 13 year old ventriloquist Jamie Leahey during the live final. Many felt the comedian's "fame" had helped him after he already has his own show on Amazon Prime.

COMEDIAN Axel Blake was crowned the winner of Britain's Got Talent 2022 after a dramatic live series finale on Sunday night. The comic beat ten other acts to the top spot after a night that judge Simon Cowell branded the “best” final he has ever judged. Axel beat young ventriloquist Jamie - who was in tears as hosts Ant and Dec gushed over how well he had done in the competition.

BRITAIN's Got Talent winner Axel Blake has hit back at claims the show was fixed after fans said he was "already famous". Viewers fumed on Sunday night as the comedian and dad-of-two was crowned the 2022 winner, despite already having a show on Amazon Prime.

Dame Arlene Phillips feels "lucky" to have had such a successful career. The 79-year-old choreographer recently worked on the new West End production of the classic musical 'Grease' and insists that she has no intention to slow down. She said: “Oh, my job is never done! I feel so lucky to have had the career that I've had and I shall go on.

Axel Blake has been crowned the winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2022 after a hilarious performance in last night’s final. The comedian competed against nine other talented acts, including young ventriloquist Jamie Leahey, rap and pianist duo Flintz & T4ylor, and singer Tom Ball.