We argue a lot and have huge disagreements on BGT – if we ever stop laughing there’s a big problem, says Simon Cowell

Britain's Got Talent contestant Ferdinand Rennie has said he was stitched up after Simon Cowell said he "murdered" his favourite song.The Scot is at the heart of another "fix" row on the hit ITV talent show after his performance of Never Enough from The Greatest Showman divided judges.The 62-year-old told The Sun that his performance was plagued by sound issues, he was kept waiting for 10 hours before his audition and was convinced by the programme's producers to sing a different version of the song than he had planned to perform.His audition was immediately followed in the edited show by a performance by professional singer Loren Allred, who recorded the vocals for the film's soundtrack.Austrian-born Ferdinand told the paper that he had asked the show's producers if he could perform the hit in ballad form but they persuaded him to sing his dance version instead. His cover was enjoyed by the audience and judges David Walliams and Amanda Holden but Simon said he had ruined his favourite song.

Britain's Got Talent fans think they have worked out who is behind the ITV show's "invisible" act called The Phantom after they auditioned on Saturday. During the opening episode, The Phantom left the judges — Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams — mystified with their mind-bending magic.

Britain's Got Talent has responded after fans were left frustrated to learn that Axel Blake, who got a golden buzzer on Sunday night, already has an Amazon Prime show. Comedian Axel Blake charmed the judges with his witty jokes and upbeat personality, so much so that Simon Cowell hit his golden buzzer, sending the act straight to the live semi-finals. Despite his humble discussion about his career, some viewers were unhappy to discover that Axel is already a successful comedian and even has his own stand-up TV show.

The Greatest Showman star Loren Allred has hit back at Britain's Got Talent criticism after she was awarded the golden buzzer by Amanda Holden on Saturday's opening show. Loren stunned the judges and the audience with a beautiful performance of Never Enough which she also sang in the hit film, The Greatest Showman. While the audience gave Loren a standing ovation, many fans questioned whether the professional singer should have been given a golden buzzer as she is already a successful, famous singer.Taking to Instagram on Monday night, Loren, who lives in Brooklyn, New York, shared a message from a fan where it hit back at the criticism.

Scots BGT contestant Ferdinand Rennie has offered to perform his high energy dance version of Never Enough at Simon Cowell's wedding after his online audition had over 200,000 hits.

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Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden stole the show as she finally returned to her Heart FM presenting job in London after the Easter holidays.Amanda, 51, looked gorgeous as she donned an orange and white patterned dress for her return as she shared her snaps on social media.The blonde bombshell showed off her toned figure in the long sleeved outfit, which featured a short hemline and black piping around the material.Amanda left her fans hot under the collar as she bounced on a big blue ball in the lavish offices as she recorded the video on Instagram.The star risked a racy wardrobe malfunction as the skirt struggled to protect her modesty in the steamy video.Amanda's long legs also took centre stage as she completed the look with strappy black heels, with her toned pins being highlighted in the glam footwear.The BGT judge finished the look off with simple but elegant make-up as she let her blonde hair fall in glamorous curls around her shoulders.Amanda recently spent the Easter holidays on a lavish trip, as she went to Disney World in Florida for a fun week with her family.She then headed over to California, sharing a racy bikini snap as she enjoyed the sunshine on the beach in Santa Monica.Amanda then used her free time to catch up with her good friend Simon Cowell, who she recently filmed the latest auditions for BGT with.The pair were joined by Joan Collins as they went for a lavish dinner in London together to mark a mutual friend's birthday, sharing a sweet snap on social media.Amanda certainly made the most of her holidays, but it is business as usual as she is back to the grind of working this week.She is also appearing on the new series of BGT, which returned to screens last weekend, as she, Simon, David

Fans of Britain’s Got Talent delightedly saw the show return to our TV screens over the weekend after a two-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s been an even longer break for boss Simon Cowell, 62, after he suffered a serious bike injury that left him unable to join the judging panel back in 2020. Previous winner and Diversity star Ashley Banjo stepped into Simon’s judging chair and, although Simon was pleased with Ashley’s performance, he’s happy to be back in the judging seat himself.

Amanda Holden shared a sweet snap of her and her good pal Simon Cowell relaxing in their loungewear.However, it appears some fans didn't recognise Britain's Got Talent boss Simon when they saw him in the photo.It comes after Britain's Got Talent returned with its highly-anticipated 15th series on Saturday (April 16).The hit ITV talent show saw judges Amanda, Simon and their co-stars David Walliams and Alesha Dixon return to the panel as they try to find the most talented acts from around the country.Glam Amanda is good pals with Simon and his soon-to-be-bride Lauren Silverman, and they've been spending lots of time together over the Easter break.Amanda took to Instagram on Monday (April 18) with a cosy photo which showed her sitting next to Simon, and both of them looked comfy in their loungewear co-ords.The pair's close bond was clear to see as they looked relaxed in each-other's company in the living room.Amanda loves to wow fans with her glamorous outfits on BGT, and sometimes her dresses are rather racy.However, this time she was looking chic in a baby-blue sweatshirt and matching-colour joggers.Simon was kicking back on the sofa with the TV remote at the ready, wearing a grey top and joggers.They were also joined by a gorgeous Yorkshire terrier, which Amanda gave an affectionate stroke.Captioning the snap, Amanda wrote: "#PrisonChic Easter snugs [hatching egg emoji] Hope you all enjoyed the return of @BGT?"Amanda's fans were thrilled by the photo, but it's clear some didn't recognise Simon.One wrote: "Is that a Simon Cowell look a like?".Another commented: "I had to look twice to see if it was him."A third pondered: "Who is she sat with? Is that her husband? Cute doggo!"A fourth added: "Oh my goodness it is.

Britain’s Got Talent judges have come and gone, Amanda Holden has warned Simon Cowell she will never get replaced on the panel.  The actress and presenter, 51, has sat beside Simon, 62, since Britain’s Got Talent began in 2007, initially alongside then TV judge Piers Morgan.  Since then the likes of Kelly Brook, David Hasselhoff and Michael McIntyre have all joined the panel and left again, while Alesha Dixon and David Walliams have been firm fixtures for 10 years.

Amanda Holden was filmed having the time of her life a silver swimsuit as she celebrated the Easter weekend in style. Amanda, 51, took to Instagram to share a Boomerang video of herself enjoying the Californian sunshine by the pool, and danced on a sun bed as she was filmed.To complete her fabulous look, the mum-of-two held on to a metallic pink throw, which flailed around behind her as she danced, and a pair of sunglasses as she had her blonde tresses in bouncy waves. Amanda also shared a snap of herself relaxing by the pool at what’s thought to be at her co-judge Simon Cowell’s California-based home.

Britain's Got Talent fans were left confused on Sunday's episode over Simon Cowell's "homegrown" talent comment after the ITV show's golden buzzer was used to send through a US pro to the semi-finals. The hit ITV talent competition returned to ITV over the weekend to celebrate the long Easter weekend and after Brit Kidz performed a routine inspired by different BGT acts, Simon gushed about the group being "homegrown" talent.

AMANDA Holden has been part of the Britain's Got Talent judging panel since the show first hit TV screens in 2007. So there's no surprise in that time that the TV star has made quite the impression on audiences, especially with her choice of outfits.

SIMON Cowell has insisted there are LESS professional acts on this year's Britain's Got Talent, despite emerging fix rows. On the debut show this weekend, pro singer Loren Allred was given the golden buzzer after wowing the judges with her singing voice.

Britain's Got Talent viewers have slammed Simon Cowell after he praised supposed homegrown acts on the show - just hours after a US pro won a place in the semi-finals.Group Brit Kidz impressed the judges with a dance routine inspired by former BGT acts on Sunday's show.Simon then told his fellow judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams: "I love that the acts are homegrown and they did something special for this show."But the comment didn't go down well with fans who took to social media to point out US singer Loren Allred had already been given a Golden Buzzer by Amanda during the opening show on Saturday evening.One said: "Simon - 'I love that the acts are all home grown'. American professional singer gets golden buzzer."Another raged: "Simon: I like they are home grown and they did something specific for the show.

THE Britain's Got Talent judges paid homage to classic movie Grease tonight. The opening pre-titles sequence saw Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon as pink ladies.

SIMON Cowell gave the second golden buzzer of the series in tonight's second episode to comic Axel Blake. But some fans of the ITV hit were outraged by his decision.

Amanda Holden has issued a stern warning to fellow judge Simon Cowell if he ever thinks about replacing her on Britain's Got Talent. The sassy panel member, 51, pulled no punches when she was asked in a new interview who Simon could put into her chair if she was ill.

Simon Cowell pressed his golden buzzer for "amazing" comedian Axel Blake during Sunday's instalment of Britain's Got Talent. At the start of the audition, Axel said: "My name's Axel Blake and I'm from West London. I've got a 12-year-old son, he's in the audience, so I just wanted him to believe in yourself.

Britain's Got Talent.The seven-year-old schoolboy appeared on the second episode of the ITV talent show's 15th series, which aired on Sunday night (April 17).Aneeshwar performed powerful poetry about the beauty of nature and the importance of conserving the planet, which led to judge Amanda Holden comparing him to legendary TV wildlife expert Sir David Attenborough.The youngster was also revealed as the first of BGT's Golden Moments, which sees each judge surprising one of the acts and inviting them to audition at the London Palladium.Sunday night saw Aneeshwar take to the stage like a true explorer fitted in a grey jumper, camo trousers, a blue baseball cap and a rucksack, not to forget a a trusty pair of binoculars.In his routine, Aneeshwar "There's no other planet like Earth. It holds plants and flourishes life.

Britain's Got Talent went all out on Sunday's episode as the judges did their own take on the iconic 1978 film Grease with David Walliams transforming into Sandy. At the start of the episode, it saw hosts Ant and Dec in a restaurant as they questioned whether they were in the right place with the latter pointing out: "I spoke to Amanda, to see what the judges are up to, and she said: 'Grease is the word!" To which Ant replied: "Well, let's just enjoy a taste of Greece then!" as they tucked into their food.The camera then cut to Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden, who had transformed into Pink Ladies from the film, as they drove a vintage vehicle.