Simon Cowell 'fuming' as BGT star pulls out of live semi-final after 'change of plan'
Simon Cowell 'fuming' as BGT star pulls out of live semi-final after 'change of plan'
Britain's Got Talent viewers were left outraged on social media after child magician Teddy Magic was forced to pull out of the first live semi-final on Monday
Simon didn't seem impressed as the live show ran far from smoothly
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Viewers of Britain's Got Talent are clamouring for clarity after Teddy Magic unexpectedly withdrew from the first live semi-final. The first live show kicked off on Saturday (April 26) with a dinosaur-themed band, Heavysaurus.
Eight-year-old magician Teddy Magic was next in line to take the stage following his introduction, but presenters Ant and Dec then announced that the young performer 'wasn't ready' to appear.
To fill the gap, they engaged in an impromptu discussion with the judges about the preceding act, during which Simon appeared visibly 'fuming' due to the deviation from the show's schedule. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter
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Ant addressed the situation, saying: "Now Teddy isn't quite ready backstage yet, so we'll chat to you judges," while Dec indicated there would be a "little change of plan".
Simon's reaction was terse as he questioned, "Wait, so the act's not ready? ," prompting Ant to defend the young magician: "He's only eight years old, so back off!", reports Manchester Evening News.
Following their conversation with the judges, the duo proceeded to introduce the third act, Vinnie McKee, with Dec noting: "We're going to go to something else and come back to Teddy later on."
However, as the programme progressed, it was confirmed by the hosts that Teddy Magic would not be performing that evening and it was hoped he would return later in the series.
There was a big change of plan during tonight's live semi-final
(Image: ITV )
Teddy's absence has sparked concern among fans, who are eager for information regarding his non-appearance tonight.
On X, @IndeedItsMark expressed the sentiments of many, tweeting: "I think we all just want to know. Is #TeddyMagic ok? ."
Concerned fans took to Twitter seeking updates on young performer Teddy Magic after an unexpected absence from the "Britain's Got Talent" stage.
@Vann_Kay reached out directly, tweeting: "@BGT what happened to Teddy Magic? He is okay? ! ! Bit awful of @bgt not to provide any news or reassurance."
Expressing worry, @AmyTeamLH posted: "Something serious must've happened for Teddy to not perform tonight. I truly hope he's alright. Poor kid."
@63Mason also wrote: "Simon is fuming tonight lol #BGT," as @SophieSharpie echoed: "Simon's fuming #bgt #britainsgottalent."
Speculation about the reason behind Teddy's no-show was shared by @its_kirstyxoxo: "I'm guessing teddy was too nervous to perform poor kid #BGT."
The lack of information prompted @willwontmaybe to comment: "They could at least give us a little update to let us know teddy is ok #bgt."
Curiosity about the nature of the issue was voiced by @JaneyFluff: "Would be interested to know if it was technical issues or personal ones as to why Teddy couldn't perform tonight #BGT."
Echoing the sentiment, @KirstyJ80 also expressed concern: "I wanna know that young lad Teddy is ok. #whereisteddy #bgt."
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