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Leader Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Readers' messages for Wrexham's Olly Pearson after BGT final
Also known as 'Guitar Olly', he performed renditions of Wings' Live and Let Die, and Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody, at last night's (May 31) final. But he lost out to magic act Harry Moulding, who won the £250,000 prize and a spot at the Royal Variety show. Posting on Facebook, Abermorddu Community Primary School, where Olly is a pupil, celebrated his success, saying: 'What a performance Olly put on in the Britain's Got Talent finals! 'We are all so immensely proud of how far Olly went in his BGT journey, and it has been a privilege to follow him on it!' Leader readers have also praised Olly's performance, both in the final and previously on the show, having earned golden buzzers at both his audition and his semi-final appearance. Katy Wilson said he had 'done Wrexham and the rest of Wales proud', while Margaret Potter said he 'will go a long way with his talent'. Angela Miller added: 'To be that young, that talented, and to be in front of the whole of Britain and play live… well, that's something. He has done himself and his family proud.' Sue Evans also told Olly he 'did Wrexham proud' and is 'already a star', while Sian Harrod added: 'Keep up the good work; you will go far and wide.' Julie Jones added that Olly 'should be very proud' of himself and has an 'amazing future' ahead of him. Lottie Faye said she voted for Olly, adding: 'You've got such an amazing talent and without a doubt a very bright future ahead of you with your talent. Your whole family must be so proud.' Paula Simons also voted for him, and said: 'Fourth place is still fantastic. I'm hoping Simon (Cowell) offers you a record deal, as you deserve every success.' MOST READ Clare Harries told Olly he is an 'amazing young man' who 'made us all proud', while John Barnard called him a 'star' who 'will have a fantastic musical career'. Olly's final performance earned him standing ovations from all four judges, meanwhile. Bruno Tonioli called him 'a little Brian May', while Alesha Dixon said his talent is 'ridiculous'. Simon Cowell told Olly he is 'technically brilliant' and 'gutsy', and Amanda Holden added: 'You did yourself proud.'
Leader Live
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Praise for Wrexham rocker Olly after second BGT gold buzzer
The Leader reported on Saturday night how Olly Pearson from Wrexham received his second golden buzzer on the show, securing him a place in the final. His performance - combining Thunderstruck, Sweet Child o' Mine and Livin' on a Prayer - wowed the judges, in particular Simon Cowell who ultimately made the call to put him straight through. Simon said: "He was brilliant! He's so small and talented and charismatic." Readers took to the Leader's Facebook page to share their excitement and praise for Olly. Bryan Griffiths posted: "Abermorddu Community Primary School were all behind you Olly. "We're all so very proud of you and can't wait to welcome you back next week. "Roll on the finals. You've got this!" Evonne Vasarhelyi said: "Well done Olly you smashed it. Double golden buzzer - awesome." Jenny Miller said: "Olly you have made Wrexham so proud. I'm looking forward to seeing your career progress. You are a true talent. Well done." Dawn Louise said: "Amazing Olly, well deserved." "You've smashed this audition, well done Olly!" Tracey Hallmark said: "Absolutely amazing Olly, good luck in the final we're all rooting for you." Richard Bisson said: "Good on you young man - keep it up!" Joanna Barnett said: "Well done Olly! You're a star." Clare Harries said: "Amazing! Very talented young man!" Peter Challoner said: "Well done Olly, amazing - you could win this! Fingers crossed for you! Ysgol Estyn Hope CP School posted: "Congratulations Olly from everyone at Ysgol Estyn Hope CP School!" June Jones said: "Fantastic Olly, absolutely brilliant guitarist." Tracey Gee said: "Olly was Amazing - I watched him twice. Bright future for him, I'm sure of it." The second act securing a place in the final after last night's show is singer Stacey Leadbeatter.
