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Britain's Got Talent viewers are convinced that they spotted a semi final act storming off the stage after being eliminated on Tuesday night. During the semi final results show, escapologist Andrew Basso appeared to leave the stage early – and fans speculated that this was because he was unhappy about being booted off the programme.

Liam Payne has claimed that a promise Simon Cowell made to him personally was behind the X Factor's decision to put he and his One Direction bandmates together instead of cutting them from the show.After forming during the Boot Camp stage on the 2010 series of the popular ITV show, One Direction went on to become one of the biggest boy bands in history, releasing five studio albums and touring worldwide.The band were put together after a controversial decision to axe its five members was taken during Boot Camp, with the young lads dramatically recalled and told the good news by the judges.Now, speaking on the Impaulsive podcast, Liam has suggested that his first appearance on the X Factor two years earlier may have been behind Simon Cowell’s theatrical change of heart.“I had already been on the show two years prior to the band being made. What happened when I was on the show the first time, I went on and I sang and I got from 180,000 people down to the last 24,” he observed.“So it’s a step before you’re making it, and Simon kicked me off.

Simon Cowell has seen several confusing auditions during his tenure as a reality competition judge, but none left him quite as divided as this one.MORE: Simon Cowell steps out with fiancée Lauren Silverman for date night ahead of busy weekALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleAmerica's Got Talent's premiere show featured an audition from Ben Lapidus, who came on giving the air of someone about to blow the judges away.VIDEO: Meet Simon Cowell's AGT Golden Buzzer act NightbirdeHe then launched into a rendition of a song about wanting to get more parmesan cheese with his Italian meal at a restaurant, a comedic ditty that featured the recurring lyric: "I always want more parmesan, but I'm embarrassed."The audience quickly started to divide in their take on the song, with a few cheering him on and some booing. Simon quickly reacted by pressing his red buzzer, as did Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara.MORE: Simon Cowell's friend Sinitta accidentally reveals his wedding date - and she's not on the guest listHeidi Klum jived along to the song for quite a bit before hitting the buzzer when Ben started getting more rock-oriented with his performance. Ben Lapidus' audition divided the judges, especially SimonThe supermodel pledged her allegiance to the cause of parmesan as well, but Simon retorted with: "I hate bloody parmesan, it's disgusting."The audience immediately started to boo him, and he maintained that he wasn't interested in putting Ben through.

FURIOUS Britain's Got Talent viewers hit out at Simon Cowell for reaching an "all time low" by claiming Ranger Chris and his dancing dinosaurs could WIN the show. Fans of the hit ITV show blasted the mogul , 62, and the act he was championing during tonight's second live semi final.

Simon Cowell is looking wedding ready! Ahead of the season premiere of America's Got Talent, the star took some time away to spend a night with his fiancée, Lauren Silverman.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleEven with just a month before their alleged June nuptials, the music mogul is busy making the jump from Britain's Got Talent and its semi-finals, straight into the premiere of America's Got Talent.WATCH: Simon's fiancée Lauren parties the night away with Nicole ScherzingerMORE: Simon Cowell's £45million property portfolio will blow your mindStill, he turned work into date night, stepping out – and packing on the PDA – with Lauren after the show wrapped.The two looked glowing as ever and undoubtedly looking forward to being declared husband and wife, seen getting into a car following the semi-finals on 30 May.While Simon looked dapper in a white button-down shirt and navy suit as he sipped on a beer, his soon-to-be wife is who really stole the show.

Britain’s Got Talent judge Simon Cowell has taken a swipe at politicians as he addressed the Voices of Armed Forces Children Choir following their emotional performance.The choir made Ant and Dec "cry" with their performance as they took to the stage with an emotional tribute to their parents.When giving his feedback, Simon told them: "I think remembering that all of your mums and dads are in the armed forces and you think about what is going on in the world right now and with the Jubilee."It's so interesting isn't it how a bunch of really talented kids can make a much stronger message than a bunch of boring politicians."That was everything we wanted from you in the final, I'm so proud of all of you and I love the song by the way."There wasn’t a dry eye in the house as judge Amanda gushed at their performance, saying they had “don’t themselves proud.”She said: "I'll have to say, I think that was one of the most emotional and courageous peak performances I think I've ever seen on Britain's Got Talent."I could see how much emotion there was so many of you are in tears, I hope they're happy tears because this evening you have done yourselves proud."I am so proud of you all, I barely know you but I want to give all of you a massive cuddle because you were brilliant."Fans also flocked to social media to comment on the kids' performance.One viewer wrote: "Oh god this is gonna make me cry #bgt #BritainsGotTalent"A second added: "Bloody hell #BritainsGotTalent there crying im crying @BGT such emotion from the kids choir"While a third penned: "Are they a little out of tune? Yes. Do I care? Not one little bit.

BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT returns for the second semi-final tonight as eight more acts battle it out for a place in the final. Tonight's acts include schoolboy comedian Dante Marvin, Voices of the Armed Forces Children Choir, and nine-year old magician Ryland Petty who wowed Simon with his Harry Potter trick. Also on the bill are impressionist Ben Nickless, musical duo Flintz and Taylor, Ranger Chris, escapologist Andrew Basso, and Amber and her canine partner Nymeria.

Simon Cowell has explained why he covered his ears during the opening of Britain's Got Talent's 2022 live semi-finals on Monday 30 May. During the opening scenes, the cast of Moulin Rouge! The Musical put on a spectacular performance with even hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly joining in, although it resulted in Ant getting stuck in his chair.

Express.co.uk has contacted Simon Cowell's representatives for comment.Despite saying he didn’t want to marry, Simon has reportedly changed his mind due to lockdown.The source told People: “They have fun together, as well as being each other's rock.“They are both passionate but really do bring out the very best in each other.

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 viewers took to social media in their droves tonight to make the same complaint. Fans of the ITV hit weren't impressed as Simon Cowell covered his ears in the opening moments of the first live semi final.

Britain's Got Talent fans think they have worked out The Witch's identity during Monday's live semi-finals. The mystery contestant, who was later sent home, left judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams terrified during their performance.

Mirror, the Britain's Got Talent head judge said: “I do think I have got the work/life balance right, particularly with Eric because he’s eight now."“The only good thing about the coronavirus was that during the lockdown we spent a lot of time together – and I love his company."Simon added that once lockdown ended he decided to do less work in order to continue spending more time with his son. He also revealed that, although his work currently focusses on two shows - BGT and America's Got Talent - he still misses The X Factor. “I’m not going to lie, I would love to do The X Factor again," he admitted.

BRITAIN'S Got Talent viewers all had the same complaint ahead of the first semi-final on Monday. The teaser for the upcoming series of nightly live finals saw hosts Ant & Dec meet with judges Alesha Dixon, David Walliams and Amanda Holden to decide the top 40 acts.

Britain's Got Talent star Darcy Oake revealed one of the "weirdest" messages he received after his first audition. The illusionist, 34, rose to fame in 2014 after wowing the world with his jaw-dropping dove act which he spent over a decade perfecting.

Britain's Got Talent fans were left shocked after their childhood favourites appeared on stage tonight. Saturday night's instalment of the ITV show marked the final day of auditions.

The sweet and friendly Teletubbies from the beloved children’s television show left Teletubbyland and headed straight to the London Palladium to audition for “Britain’s Got Talent.”

Jaws dropped when four familar faces took to the stage on Britain's Got Talent. In the final audition show of the series the colourful children's TV characters the Teletubbies performed for judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams.

David Walliams has become a household name in recent times.He has been involved in the British entertainment industry for a number of years and has had several successful careers which have helped build his incredible fortune of around £17 million.Not only is he one of the UK's biggest names in comedy, the 50-year-old has been a judge on Britain's Got Talent since 2012.He appears on the ITV show with Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden.As well as being a popular judge, David is a best-selling children's author, having written books such as Gangsta Granny and Mr Stink.David was once part of one of the most talked about couples in showbiz, having been married to model Lara Stone, 38.However, the couple announced their shock separation after just five years of marriage.Lara and David started dating in 2009 after reportedly meeting at a Chelsea football match.Lara has said that she was nervous for their first date but soon knew they shared a similar sense of humour.Speaking to Dutch Vogue, she said: "I was in the cab home afterward and thought, I should text him and thank him for dinner.

Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden couldn't seem to hold back her tears as she watched a schoolboy audition for the popular ITV show.In upcoming scenes set to air this weekend, 13 year old Cormac Thompson blew the judges away with his rendition of Snow Patrol's song, Run.As well as Amanda, Simon Cowell and hosts Ant & Dec also felt Cormac did a brilliant job too and commented favourably throughout his audition.In 2020, during the coronavirus pandemic, aspiring musician Cormac started uploading videos of himself performing online.His singing talent didn't go unnoticed as he was spotted by Decca Records who wanted to work with him.The young teen later released a 15-song album called Hear My Voice last year.Cormac also competed in the BBC Young Chorister of the year and went straight through to the final rounds.Despite Cormac's incredible talent and career history, BGT recently received complaints from viewers for showcasing acts who were already established or who had been on other talent shows prior.Viewers have questioned the show's authenticity as certain acts were already classed as "professionals" in their field before climbing onto the famous BGT stage.This included golden buzzer acts like Greatest Showman singer Loren Allred and comedian Axel Blake, who has his own special on Amazon Prime.An investigation conducted by The Sun concluded that one in four of this year's hopefuls fall under this category.Discussing the matter further, a BGT spokesperson told the publication: "All acts enter the competition with the hope of elevating their career to the highest level and help to reach massive new audiences which Britain’s Got Talent brings in."As we’re all aware, the pandemic affected so many lives, particularly