Britain's Got Talent: Who are the semi- finalists?
What's new for BGT semi-finals?
The iconic buzzer which is used during the auditions is now going to feature in the live shows. According to ITV each semi-final, either one of the judges or Ant & Dec will be given control of the Golden Buzzer. They will have just one opportunity to press it. This act will be able to go straight to the final along with one other act from the night voted in by the public.
Who are the golden buzzer semi-finalists?
Maya Giotea Maya Giotea, 14, performed Beyoncé's song Listen and impressed Bruno so much he reached for the buzzer as she sang her final note. Olly PearsonOlly Pearson is just 11 years old but his guitar solo got him a golden buzzer. he promises his semi-final performance will "be bigger, better, louder".Electric Umbrella This band performed an original song about inclusion and wowed the audience and Simon Cowell. Linda MudzendaPerforming Lauren Daigle's You Say, Linda got praise from all the judges and a golden buzzer from Alesha Dixon. The BlackoutsAll four of the judges were amazed by this dance troupe and their LED outfits.
Stacey LeadbetterStacey's version of Snow Patrol's Run had the audience chanting for her to get the buzzer and guest judge KSI was the one to give in to their demands. Will BurnsWill Burns got the golden buzzer from Ant and Dec for his impressions which included Dec's character from children's drama Byker Grove PJ and naturalist and presenter David Attenborough.Vinnie McKeeVinnie McKee sang The Proclaimers' I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) and impressed Simon Cowell so much he got the golden buzzer.
Who will be in the first semi-final?
ITV has revealed the list of people appearing on the first Live Show of Series 18. The acts competing on Saturday 26 April will be:AkiraAkira is from Japan, he performed a cheeky variety act on the show wearing nothing but a bow tie.Auzzy BloodAuzzy Blood made a strong impression with his scary face paint and corkscrew nose trick. Amanda described his unusual act as "horrifically brilliant".Eden ChoiMagician Eden Choi's dramatic card routine impressed the judges.HeavysaurusDinosaur band Heavysaurus rocked their way into the semi-finals.Linda MudzendaSupport worker Linda Mudzenda appeared nervous to start with but sang beautifully and earned her way through to the next round. Teddy MagicTeddy, 8, wowed the judges with his magic tricks and by giving KSI a bottle of champagne which shocked everyone when it popped partway through the performance. The BlackoutsThis dance troupe lit up the stage with their colourful LED costumes in the darkened studio. The crowd loved them so much they called for a golden buzzer and the judges agreed.Vinnie McKeeSinger Vinnie McKee also got a golden buzzer for his unusual cover of the Proclaimers hit, I'm Gonna Be (500 miles).
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