Britain's Got Talent fans have same verdict on Amanda Holden's finale outfit
The grand finale of Britain's Got Talent is currently in progress, but it appears that the audience's attention isn't on the performances. The search for the UK's next star to grace the Royal Variety stage will conclude tonight.
Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden, and Bruno Tonioli will scrutinise the finalists in the 18th season's showpiece event, with Ant and Dec hosting the show.
Ten acts will perform for the final time. The betting odds for the final have been disclosed, suggesting that Hear Me Out is likely to clinch the title in 2025.
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However, it's Amanda's ensemble that has viewers at home diverted from the finalist's performance.
The 54-year-old is wearing a low-plunged dress with matching hair accessories. However, not everyone is in favour of the add-ons.
Leigh said: 'Someone needs to tell Amanda she's left her hair clips in.' Victoria added: 'I think someone forgot to take out Amanda's hair pins.'
Niall wrote: 'Why's Amanda Holden looking like she's wearing an electric shock cap on her head tonight?' Natasha added: 'Amanda needs to fire her stylist... Whatever she's got on her head does not look good.'
In a separate comment, Pearl commented: 'Looks like there are claws on the back of Amanda holders head.' However, there were plenty of others on the other end of the argument, loving her look tonight.
Rose said: 'Amanda dressed so classy.' Another account added: 'I feel like Amanda keeps proving people wrong.' Teena added: 'Amanda looks stunning tonight.'
Amanda Holden, a judge since 2007, recently hit back at the recent Ofcom outfit complaints she's received regarding her clothing options.
She told Closer Magazine: "What you see on TV, I really love. I'm always asked about the Ofcom complaints, but every outfit on the show is checked before I leave my dressing room, so I'm never worried.
"I think people should have fun with fashion."
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