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ITV Britain's Got Talent fans left fuming over opening minutes of live show
ITV Britain's Got Talent fans left fuming over opening minutes of live show

Edinburgh Live

time19-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Edinburgh Live

ITV Britain's Got Talent fans left fuming over opening minutes of live show

Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Viewers of Britain's Got Talent were all left with the same thought about the opening of the latest semi-final. The ITV show made a comeback to our telly screens on Sunday (May 18) night after being absent from Saturday night's schedule. Presenters Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly welcomed back judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli for the fourth semi-final of the series, along with the eight contestants vying for a spot in the grand final. READ MORE -Queen 'scolded' Meghan Markle after 'tense exchange' with wedding caterer READ MORE -The five word text message that could empty your bank account in seconds Choir Hear Our Voice, vocalists Max Fox and Maya Giotea, dance troupe Idolls, comedian Joseph Charm, novelty magician Papi and illusionist TK Magic were all on the roster hoping to win over the judges and viewers voting at home. Alesha was given the responsibility of the golden buzzer tonight, which will catapult one fortunate act straight into the grand final, reports Belfast Live. Before the contest got underway, the cast of Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular kicked off the show, but it didn't sit well with viewers at home. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one fan wrote: "This opening is chaotic." Another chimed in: "#BGT Of course Greatest Showman.A third viewer queried: "Does the Greatest Showman have shares in Britain's Got Talent may I ask? #BGT. This follows the news that eight year old magician Teddy Magic withdrew from the 2025 competition. A statement issued then said: "After discussions with Teddy's parents and the production team, it has been jointly agreed that Teddy won't perform in this year's semi-finals, but BGT hopes to see Teddy again in a future series." Teddy's family also shared their sentiments, expressing: "We want to thank everyone who has supported Teddy and cheered him on – he continues to fill our world with magic." The line-up for the grand final already includes acts such as Ping Pong Pang, Jasmine Rice, Olly Pearson, Vinny McKee, The Blackouts and Stacey Leadbeatter.

Britain's Got Talent fans issue complaint about 'chaotic' opening minutes into live show
Britain's Got Talent fans issue complaint about 'chaotic' opening minutes into live show

Wales Online

time18-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Wales Online

Britain's Got Talent fans issue complaint about 'chaotic' opening minutes into live show

Britain's Got Talent fans issue complaint about 'chaotic' opening minutes into live show Britain's Got Talent viewers were left saying the same thing about the opening of the latest semi-final BGT: Alesha Dixon able to use live show golden buzzer Viewers of Britain's Got Talent were united in their reaction to the opening act of the latest semi-final. The popular ITV programme returned to our screens on Sunday (May 18) evening, after being absent from its usual Saturday night slot. ‌ Presenters Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly welcomed back judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli for the fourth semi-final of the series. Eight contestants were ready to compete for a spot in the grand final. ‌ The line-up included choir Hear Our Voice, singers Max Fox and Maya Giotea, dance troupe Idolls, comedian Joseph Charm, novelty magician Papi, and magician TK Magic, all hoping to win over the judges and the voting public. Britain's Got Talent viewers were left saying the same thing about the opening of the latest semi-final Alesha had the power of the golden buzzer for the evening, with the ability to send one fortunate act directly to the grand final, reports Belfast Live. Article continues below However, before the competition got underway, the cast of Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular opened the show, much to the disappointment of viewers at home. On X, previously known as Twitter, one viewer commented: "This opening is chaotic." ‌ Another chimed in with: "#BGT Of course Greatest Showman." The cast of Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular opened the show (Image: ITV ) A third viewer queried: "Does the Greatest Showman have shares in Britain's Got Talent may I ask? #BGT". ‌ This comes after eight year old magician Teddy Magic withdrew from the 2025 competition. At the time, a provided statement said: "After discussions with Teddy's parents and the production team, it has been jointly agreed that Teddy won't perform in this year's semi-finals, but BGT hopes to see Teddy again in a future series." Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly welcomed judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli back for the fourth semi-final (Image: ITV ) Article continues below Moreover, Teddy's family issued their own statement, expressing gratitude and stating: "We want to thank everyone who has supported Teddy and cheered him on – he continues to fill our world with magic." The line-up for the grand final already boasts talents such as Ping Pong Pang, Jasmine Rice, Olly Pearson, Vinny McKee, The Blackouts, and Stacey Leadbeatter. Britain's Got Talent is available to watch on ITVX

BGT 2025: Who are the 8 acts on tonight's fourth semi-final?
BGT 2025: Who are the 8 acts on tonight's fourth semi-final?

Rhyl Journal

time18-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Rhyl Journal

BGT 2025: Who are the 8 acts on tonight's fourth semi-final?

Last weekend, it was dance group Ping Pong Pang and singer Jasmine Rice who made it through the final after performing in front of judges Simon Cowell, Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli, as well as the live audience (and those at home). Jasmine, who received a standing ovation from the audience, said the moment felt like 'a dream come true'. Prior to the performance, the opera singer from New York said in a video that they had been 'rejected so many times' because they 'didn't fit the mould'. Consider yourself in for a treat... 🎭 We're beaming the West End cast of 'Oliver!' straight to your living room in the #BGT Live Show this SUNDAY, 18th May from at 7pm on @ITV 1, @ITVX and @WeAreSTV. But on Sunday evening, the next round of talent will take to the stage, including the choir Hear Our Voice and dance group Idolls. Let's take a look at the eight acts hoping for a place in the final. The eight acts that will be performing this weekend and hoping to claim the next two spots at the final, and be in with an even further chance of winning £250,000 and a spot on the Royal Variety Performance, are: Opening semi-final four is the cast of Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular. Meanwhile, West End cast of Oliver! will be the guest performer of the night. Recommended reading: EastEnders' new star has a very famous mum who has appeared on the soap before ITV soap icon retires from Emmerdale and Coronation Street roles after 27 years EastEnders icon to leave BBC soap after 21 years saying 'its time to take a rest' BGT will air on ITV1 and ITVX from 8pm tonight. It didn't air on Saturday (May 15) in its usual 7pm slot as ITV announced a schedule change. It's been reported that BGT was axed from the broadcaster's Saturday night schedule to avoid clashing with the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 grand final which aired on BBC around the same time (8pm). However, ITV has not issued official confirmation.

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