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The Irish Sun
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
BGT finalist reveals she ‘cried herself to sleep' amid trolling hell following backlash to show appearance
BRITAIN'S Got Talent star Stacey Leadbeatter admits she was "crying herself to sleep" amid a trolling hell following her appearance on the show. Singer Advertisement 4 Stacey Leadbeatter has revealed she 'cried herself to sleep' amid her BGT trolling hell Credit: Pacific Coast News 4 The singer found herself under fire from viewers despite her incredible performances Credit: Rex Her powerhouse vocals won over the judges and she was awarded However, when some viewers were called Stacey's eventual inclusion in the final a 'fix', she was forced to hit back online. Now, in an interview with The Sun at the National Reality TV Awards, The singer said: "The trolling just got a bit intense for me at the time. Advertisement Read More on BGT "But I managed it a lot better than I would have done a couple of years ago. "I was crying myself to sleep but now I'm like, 'do you know what, those people aren't relevant to what's happening right now. "I just need to focus on this and what I'm doing right now and not let anyone ruin everything for me." Not being one to get bogged down, Advertisement Most read in Reality Exclusive She told The Sun: "I've got some stuff coming up at the end of the year, which I'm really excited about and hope to release my own music very soon." Stacey found herself facing criticism as some fans argued it was a "fix" that she made the final after they claimed BGT bosses strategically placed her last in order to send her through. Britain's Got Talent embroiled in yet another FIX row as fans are left furious over semi-final result One furious fan said online: "ALWAYS last act people see! Only act that gets through!! Fix every time." Another added: "This pile of rubbish needs to be renamed Britain's Got the Fix Factor, because there is NO WAY tonight's voting was accurate. No way" Advertisement Amid her trolling hell, Stacey took to Instagram to hit back in which she said: "I have seen so many not so kind comments since waking up this morning ! "Which I guess is understandable! As people get upset, angry and frustrated when they don't get the results that they want. But please remember I am a human being and I have feelings! 4 Stacey oozed glamour as she wowed on the National Reality TV Awards red carpet Credit: Pacific Coast News 4 She is hoping to release music towards the end of the year Credit: ITV Advertisement "All the other contestants who you all supported are amazing, beyond amazing and all deserved a spot and are now my lifelong friends. "But I can assure you that if they read some of the comments you're saying they would not agree with the hurtful things you're saying "But I'd like to add. I am strong! I am proud. I am on top of the world and nothing anyone says can bring me down off this little cloud I am on. "I am overwhelmed I am ecstatic I am excited I am in awe. Most of all I am thankful and very very lucky." Advertisement NRTA Winners List Best Docu-Series/Documentary 2025 Louis Theroux: The Settlers (Mindhouse Productions) Best Talk Show 2025 Vanessa Feltz Best Social Experiment Show 2025 Virgin Island Best Reality Non-Competition Show 2025 Real Housewives of Cheshire Best Reality Competition Show 2025 Traitors UK Best Entertainment Show 2025 Love Island UK Best Fashion & Makeup Show 2025 Glow: Britain's Next Make Up Star Best Food Show 2025 Great British Menu Best International Show 2025 Tempting Fortune Best Dating Show 2025 Married at First Sight UK Most Inspiring TV Show 2025 Geordie Stories: Nathan and Dad Reality Personality of the Year 2025 Ampika Pickston Best Performance in a Reality TV Show 2025 Stacey Leadbetter Best Business Show 2025 The Apprentice Best Production Company 2025 CPL Productions Best Streamed Reality Series 2025 Smash City (OFTV) Best Platform for Reality Streaming Content 2025 OFTV Lifetime Achievement Award Linda Robson Best Reality TV Judge 2025 Amanda Holden – Britain's Got Talent Best TV Presenters 2025 Ant & Dec Best Reality-Based Streamer 2025 Kai Cenat Best Game Show 2025 The Chase Best News Programme 2025 GB News – Breakfast with Eamonn & Ellie / Stephen Best Podcast 2025 Shxts N Gigs with James Duncan and Fuhad Dawodu
Daily Mail
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Britain's Got Talent is hit by another fix row as show introduces controversial new element in semi-finals with fans left raging
Britain's Got Talent has been hit by another fix row after a controversial new element was introduced in the semi-finals. The Golden Buzzer has previously just been a fixture in the auditions, but an eyebrow-raising new concept has seen it also added to the semi-finals. Guitarist Olly Pearson, 11, secured the sought-after Golden Buzzer after Simon Cowell was left blown away by his performance. He showcased his talents with an impressive guitar medley and made his way to the final alongside Stacey Leadbeatter, who secured the most public votes. However, viewers were left divided about the addition of the Golden Buzzer in the semi-finals, giving them a one-way ticket to the final. Taking to X, fans were seething about the fact it could only be pressed once, with some declaring the whole thing as a 'fix'. Comments included: 'This pile of rubbish needs to be renamed Britain's Got the Fix Factor, because there is NO WAY tonight's voting was accurate. No way #BGT'; 'Golden buzzer is clearly to fix #BGT'; 'Honestly get rid of that stupid golden buzzer! The audience should shut up! # BGT.' In each semi-final, one of the judges or Ant & Dec can take control of the buzzer when they see a performance worthy of a place in the final. They have just one opportunity to press it, meaning any acts which follow do not have the chance to secure the sought-after accolade. Elsewhere in Saturday's second round of semi-finals, supermarket worker Stacey got through to the final after fearing she wouldn't be able to sing due to her health woes. The singer impressed the judges in her audition and received a Golden Buzzer from KSI after being forced to retrain her voice due to a stutter. However, she reached a huge hurdle this week as she was struck down by strep throat, which left her fearing she might not be able to sing in the semi-finals. She gave it her all at Wembley Arena in front of the judges - and has now landed her spot in the final, hoping for a chance to be crowned the winner. Stacey won the most public votes and advanced straight through the final alongside guitarist Olly. She beat out competition including Will Burns and Cheer Re Mans to the top slot, who narrowly missed out on their place in the final. Speaking after the vote was revealed, Stacey said: 'Thank you so much for believing in me.' She broke down in floods of tears and grabbed host Declan Donnelly for a hug as she was overwhelmed with emotion. Just hours before the semi-final, Stacey revealed her panic about potentially not being able to sing after being struck down by strep throat. 'My voice is only just coming back,' she told The Mirror. 'I am still actually on antibiotics. I haven't been able to sing properly. I have been a bit concerned about this weekend but, hopefully, I'll be able to do it.' The semi-finals will continue next week with the finals set to wrap up the series at the end of the month.
Wales Online
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Britain's Got Talent faces another 'fix' row as fans fume over second semi-final winner
Britain's Got Talent faces another 'fix' row as fans fume over second semi-final winner Britain's Got Talent viewers were left fuming as the winner of the second semi-final was announced on Saturday night Britain's Got Talent fans were left feeling dissatisfied after the results of the second semi-final were unveiled on Saturday, May 3. The much-loved talent contest graced our screens again this evening, showcasing another eight hopefuls vying for a spot in the much-anticipated grand final. Magician Alexandra Burgio, dancers Cheer re Mans, magician and dancer Jannick Holste, singer John Pierce, dancers Lil M's, guitarist Olly Pearson, singer Stacey Leadbeatter and impressionist Will Burns all took to the stage. Simon Cowell was given control of the golden buzzer and chose to send 11-year-old guitarist Olly Pearson straight through to the final. At the end of tonight's live show, hosts Ant and Dec then confirmed singer Stacey Leadbeatter had also made it through to the final after receiving the highest number of public votes, reports Belfast Live. Stacey Leadbeatter won the public vote on Saturday (May 3) Article continues below Will Burns emerged as the runner-up, while Cheer re Mans claimed the third spot. "The best experience of my entire life. I'm only 25 and I've already done it. And also, well done Stacey, Leeds had a good day today, so Yorkshire!" Will said. Stacey, visibly moved, then voiced her gratitude, remarking: "I can't even explain it, thank you so much, thank you. I don't have the words!" She added, overwhelmed: "Thank you so much for believing in me, it means everything to me. This is my dream, thank you!" Nevertheless, the outcome did not sit well with numerous viewers, who promptly voiced their frustrations on X (formerly known as Twitter). Britain's Got Talent viewers were left feeling frustrated after the semi-final winner was announced "ALWAYS the last act people see! Only act that gets through!! Fix every time," one person wrote, with another adding: "This pile of rubbish needs to be renamed Britain's Got the Fix Factor, because there is NO WAY tonight's voting was accurate. No way." A third fan said: "Well #bgt result was disappointing. Two I wouldn't have wanted in the final. It's always so predictable," while another similarly shared: "BGT is fixed... another singer in the final." A fifth viewer echoed the sentiment, saying: "I'm done with this show. Pure s*** finalist lineup so far. This is #BGT NOT X Factor or The Voice." Article continues below Olly and Stacey join dance troupe The Blackouts and Scottish singer Vinnie McKee in the upcoming grand final. Britain's Got Talent is available to stream on ITVX
