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A feature doc about the journeys of the Ukrainian Got Talent acts is in the works at local broadcaster STB and Fremantle.

is nearing the end of the audition rounds, and the acts are still heating up. The show returned on Tuesday for the ninth night of auditions and introduced fans to a whole new slew of impressive performers and mind-blowing entertainers.The show's stalwart stars — including judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum, as well as host Terry Crews — watched in awe as another group of hopefuls hit the stage to show off their skills.From modern dancers to stunning vocalists to spotlight-stealing acrobats, there were countless performers who blew the judges away among the latest slew of hopefuls to hit the stage.However, there was one act in particular that seems to spark something in the judges and truly take their collective breath away — the massive, mind-bending Japanese dance crew Chibi Unity.Their act was a flawless demonstration of style, substance, synchronicity and beauty, with dozens of members dancing in perfect unity while telling a story with their bodies and their moves.«The dance category this year, on season 18, is off the charts. But you took it to another level,» Howie marveled.

After his rise to fame after the quarter finals on the 2005 series of The X Factor, fans of the show have been left wondering whatever happened to Chico. Famed for his number one hit It’s Chico Time, which knocked Madonna’s Sorry off the top spot, the cheeky chap left the spotlight behind when his singing career fizzled out.The 52-year-old, whose real name is Yousseph Slimani, was just 34 when he shot to fame on the ITV talent show alongside other memorable blasts from the past including winner Shayne Ward.The Welsh-born entertainer, who brought up in Morocco until the age of 14, trained as an electrical engineer but fame came calling and he applied for the show which saw his life change overnight.

Calvin Harris made a savage plastic surgery dig at music mogul and Britain's Got Talent judge Simon Cowell during his appearance on The One Show today, Thursday 3 August. The Acceptable in the 80s hitmaker, who is engaged to radio DJ Vick Hope, was on the BBC One sofa to promote his latest dance-inspired track Desire, which he has collaborated on with Sam Smith. As Calvin, 39, chatted all things music and inspiration with hosts Alex Jones and Roman Kemp, the Scottish star couldn't resist a cheeky swipe at Simon.

X Factor star Scarlett Lee has revealed a gorgeous new look five years after she competed on the ITV singing competition, and fans were in awe. The 25 year old star was a runner-up in the 2018 series, but at the time, she often opted for a heavy makeup look as she took to the stage to perform for Simon Cowell and the rest of the judges. What's more, the star wore her brunette locks in their natural thick curls, often brushing them back into a big bouffant.

“America’s Got Talent” contestant Zion Clark left a remarkable imprint on the stage with his inspirational audition.

Sofía Vergara was feeling particularly moved on Tuesday’s “America’s Got Talent”, as the eighth night of auditions brought out a stunning Brazilian singer who wowed the judges with his voice.

Sofia Vergara was feeling particularly moved on Tuesday's, as the eighth night of auditions brought out a stunning Brazilian singer who wowed the judges with his voice.When Gabriel Henrique hit the stage halfway through Tuesday's show, Vergara and her fellow judges — Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel — were won over by his smile and his affable personality.Gabriel was joined on stage by a translator, as he doesn't speak a great deal of English, but his winning charm shined through any language barriers that may have existed before he even sang a note."[This is] my first time here in the United States," Gabriel shared, via his translator, «and I'm just realizing a dream to be here to sing for you guys.»While he seemed initially nervous, and needed a few moments to psyche himself up on stage, when Gabriel began his performance, the power of his voice was immediately evident. The hopeful belted out a cover of «Run to You» by Whitney Houston and showcased his incredible ability to hit some impressive high notes.Heidi was the first to shower him with praise, declaring, «If Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey had a baby, it would be Gabriel.»«I did not expect that voice to come out of you,» Howie shared.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Former favourite X Factor contestant Katie Waissel has revealed she sustained the "worst injury ever" following a frightening food-based fiasco in the kitchen this last weekend.The reality television star, 37 - who took part in the hit ITV singing competition series back in 2010, placing seventh - shared a skin-crawling image on social media of her finger wrapped up in a bandage, having been rushed to hospital and slicing herself. Katie had been preparing food when she lost control of the kitchen device, leading to the painful injury.

Prince Harry and Meghan are reportedly considering moving back to her star-studded childhood home town. The royal couple is said to be eyeing up a mansion in the beach city of Malibu in California, the Express reports.

X Factor contestant Lucy Spraggan revealing that she was raped while taking part in the show.The musician came forward with her story earlier this week, and revealed that she was sexually assaulted by a hotel porter in 2012.The singer-songwriter – who was aged 20 at the time – was celebrating fellow contestant Rylan Clark’s birthday in Mayfair, as ITV reported.At the party, she fell unconscious and was escorted back to her hotel by a member of the ITV production team and a hotel porter. The porter, however, later used a “traceable keycard” to enter her room and attack her.The porter was arrested after sufficient evidence was gathered, and subsequently imprisoned for 10 years (via The Mirror).

on Tuesday. One incredible story of two moms who live across the country from one another — Holly from New York and Kim from Oregon — moved the judges and the crowd to tears and standing ovations. Prior to their performance of the song «For Good» from, Holly and Kim shared their story. Holly's infant son Jake died in 2007 and became an organ donor.

. Then, out of nowhere, she was gone.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Former X Factor contestant Lucy Spraggan has revealed she was raped by a hotel porter while filming for the show. In her new memoir, Process: Finding My Way Through, the singer opens up about the devastating impact that the assault had on her life, and says she feels let down by ITV.The incident took place in 2012, after the contestants enjoyed a night out together to celebrate Rylan Clark's 25th birthday.

British former X Factor contestant Lucy Spraggan has revealed that she was a victim of rape during her time on the show in 2012. 

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag TV star Simon Cowell has reportedly sold his £45 million mansion in Holland Park and is said to be moving country following his home being broken into.The Britain's Got Talent judge's home was broken into in 2015 when home intruders entered while his family were sleeping, and walked away with £1 million worth of jewellery. At the time, a spokesman for the Metropolitan Police confirmed the raid took place and said: “Police were called to an address in W14 on Friday, December 4 at approximately 02:20hrs to reports of a burglary in progress.” Darren February was convicted of illegally entering the X Factor judge’s home, in Holland Park, and jurors took less than an hour to convict him of the burglary, at Isleworth Crown Court.

Lavender Darcangelo is taking “America’s Got Talent” by storm.

 just keeps getting better by the week! The show returned on Tuesday for the sixth night of the audition rounds and introduced fans to a whole new slew of impressive performers and mind-blowing entertainers.The show's stalwart stars -- including judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum, as well as host Terry Crews -- returned to the Pasadena Civic Auditorium as another group of hopefuls hit the stage to show off their skills.Simon's voice was back and rested, for the most part, during this new night of auditions, and he came prepared to share a surprising amount of praise for the latest batch of hopefuls.However, there was one inspiring performer that the show — as usual — saved for last. A stunningly talented young songstress named Lavender Darcangelo who is blind, autistic and full of lively energy.After winning over the judges before her performance with her beautiful spirit, she delivered a stunning rendition of Irene Cara's «Out Here on My Own» that wound up getting a standing ovation from everyone in the audience.«That was sensational. Honestly, sensational,» Simon marveled.

EastEnders actor Nigel Harman, who played the tragic Dennis Rickman up until 2006, is reportedly joining this year's Strictly Come Dancing series. With the ballroom competition's launch show traditionally airing towards the end of summer, it's right about this time of year that the rumour mill starts making a noise. A source has now told The Mail on Sunday: "Nigel is the perfect middle-aged hunk.

One year on since terrifying the Britain's Got Talent judges, the true identity of The Witch has finally been revealed to viewers.The act reached the semi-finals of the show's 15th series in 2022 and captivated not only viewers but also Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon. And the real person behind the scary mask has now been revealed by magician Marc Spellman.

Pop Idol star passed away.The singer died at the age of 41 back in August 2022, after he was found unresponsive in a hotel in Minnesota. Reports at the time said that he had died from “inhalation of chloroethane”.Danesh’s post-mortem documents also listed “suffocation” as having led to his death, which was ruled an accident.Now, Lauren Cheek has confirmed that his death was caused by an undetected condition that caused his heart to swell to twice its normal size.“Darius was living with this heart condition that he didn’t know he had,” she told The Sun.“His mum told me they only found out after they did the autopsy.