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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
Britain's Got Talent's surprising moments - tearful breakdown to judges' smooch
The final of this year's Britain's Got Talent airs tonight, with the remaining acts hoping to impress the judges, audience and viewers at home. Here, the Mirror has taken a look back at the most shocking moments from the long-running ITV talent show After weeks of acts from across the nation taking to the stage with their vocals, dance moves and peculiar skills, the final of Britain's Got Talent airs tonight. The judges, Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli, and guest judge KSI, certainly had their hands full as a myriad of acts rallied for a place in the final on Saturday, May 31. The victorious act will walk away with a hefty £250,000 cash prize and a slot to perform at the Royal Variety Performance. The grand final on Saturday will showcase semi-final golden buzzer winners The Blackouts, Olly Pearson, Jasmine Rice, Joseph Charm, and, most recently, Harry Moulding. Joining them, thanks to winning the public vote in the semi-finals, are Vinnie McKee, Stacey Leadbeatter, Ping Pong Pang, Hear Our Voice, and nine-year-old dancing sensation Binita. As we watch the 2025 BGT final, we've taken a trip down memory lane and revisited some of the show's most shocking moments... Final withdraw Susan Boyle's 2009 audition remains one of the most unforgettable moments in BGT history. However, Simon disclosed that he offered the singer the chance to withdraw from the final. After capturing the nation's hearts with her rendition of Les Misérables' classic, 'I Dreamed a Dream,' Susan attracted massive media attention, leading music mogul Simon to have a candid chat with the singer. While on Lorraine, Simon explained: "The lead up to the week of the final we sat down with her and her friends. We said, 'Look, if it's too stressful, because it's all over the media...' "She said it was fine, she's going to do it. And I'm thinking, 'Fine, she's going to win.' And I'll never forget it [when they said] 'The winner is Diversity'. "I was on that stage under 20 seconds saying into her [ear], 'We've got an album deal. Literally from that moment." Simon stated that from that point forward, it was up to her when she wanted to make an album and assured that she was "part of the family" now. Tearful breakdown When ten-year-old Hollie Steel appeared on the show in 2009, it was heart-wrenching to watch her total collapse as she forgot the lyrics to her song. Visibly trembling and crying, Hollie ran off the stage to her mother, leaving viewers questioning whether the pressure of the show was simply too much for someone so young. She pleaded for another chance to perform, and producers initially refused, leaving Hollie distraught. She was eventually allowed to try her performance again at the end of the show, but viewers were still incensed at the debacle, claiming she was being exploited. 'Fixing' BGT faced backlash from irate viewers who accused the show of "setting up" singer Jessica Hobson in 2011. A heartbroken Jessica was reduced to tears after Simon and David Hasselhoff harshly criticised her rendition of Beyonce's Single Ladies. Simon dismissed the piano performance as "dated" and scoffed at her "silly dress". When confronted by Ant and Dec about her song choice, she admitted: "I didn't choose what I wanted to sing.. Apparently it was somebody..." but before she could finish, her microphone was abruptly cut off, leading her to break down in tears. This incident left viewers speculating whether the young singer had been deliberately undermined by producers' song selection. Allegations of the show's fixes have mounted with instances of contestants being headhunted rather than spontaneously auditioning. After Kojo Anim secured his spot in the 2019 final, some pointed fingers at judge Alesha Dixon for favouritism, given their friendship. Alesha also had to justify her Golden Buzzer decision for Lifford Shillingford after it was revealed he had toured with her former band, Mis-Teeq, sparking further speculation of insider bias. Sad loss Ashleigh and Pudsey, the dog and owner duo, clinched victory in the sixth series of the show in 2012 and became the first canine act to win the competition. They told the hearts of the nation, and the pooch even starred in his own film, Pudsey: The Movie. Sadly, Pudsey passed away in July 2017, and while Ashleigh now performs with another dog named Sully, she stated he would "never become Pudsey". Infamous smooch The unforgettable moment in 2013 when Simon audaciously kissed fellow judge Amanda's bottom is forever imprinted in our memories. During a performance by 71-year-old Kelly Fox, who sang a cheeky number titled 'Kiss My Ass, Baby' by The All Purpose Blues Band, Amanda couldn't resist shaking her hips, prompting Simon, seemingly moved by the tune, to plant a kiss on her posterior. Post-kiss, Simon cheekily asked Amanda: "I kissed your ass. Did you like that?" To which she responded with gratitude and amusement, saying: "It was a first." Raunchy acts During her audition in 2013, Keri Graham stripped to a scant outfit and presented Simon with an erotic lap dance, sparking complaints. The performance led to disgruntlement among several viewers, with one irate parent tweeting: "Nice family viewing as your child asks 'Mummy, why has that lady got hardly any clothes on, and what is she doing with those men?'" When burlesque artist Beatrix Von Bourbon performed a dance that was deemed too racy in 2012, the show attracted further backlash. Over 70 viewers lodged complaints to Ofcom, disapproving of its suitability for a family audience. Stunt double dog In 2015, Jules O'Dwyer graced the stage with her dog Matisse and triumphantly won the show. However, there was an uproar among viewers when they discovered a stunt double dog was used instead of Matisse for a tightrope trick, igniting feelings of deception. Jules explained that the real Matisse was scared of heights, which necessitated the use of a stand-in. But viewers were not convinced, as the dogs were identical and the act had been promoted as just Jules and Matisse. Ofcom was inundated with over 200 complaints following the controversial incident, which even led to death threats being sent to the pair. It was ruled that ITV had misled the public, though Jules was not stripped of her £250,00 prize money. Risqué gown Amanda Holden left the audience stunned during BGT's grand finale in 2019 with her choice of a racy, transparent gown. The judge turned heads as she dazzled the crowd in her revealing ensemble decorated with floral patterns. Her bold fashion choice came after Ofcom received complaints the previous week about her provocative wardrobe choices. Twitter, now X, was set ablaze with comments regarding Amanda's attire for the night. One viewer wrote: "Amanda loves to show a bit of t** don't she #BGT." Another added: "Glad you've ignored the uptight critics!". Winner boos Comedian Viggo Venn was left stunned when he was announced as the winner in 2023, following his act of jumping around the stage in a giant balloon and dancing in his iconic hi-vis jackets. He sprinted around the stage in celebration, even knocking over host Ant McPartlin, as he scooped up the £250,000 prize and a spot on the Royal Variety Show. However, the audience's reaction was marred by boos, prompting viewers to share their thoughts on X, formerly Twitter. One user posted: "Very surprised. But Viggo was very funny. Very distasteful for anyone to boo Viggo. Not his fault he won, people voted for him, not anyone else. Made it a sour end thanks to the audience reaction. Well done, Viggo!!!" Another user tweeted: "Sounded like a lot of boos there when #ViggoVenn was announced as the winner of #BritainsGotTalent. I thought he was great, but a shock omission from the final 3, and I think everyone thought the young lad would win. Bit of a deflated, down-beat end to the series #BGT2023 #BGT." One disgruntled viewer remarked: "Did you hear them boo's on @BGT? Quite right too, ridiculous. So much more talent in that final tonight. #BGT2023 should not have made the live shows. Poor winner."
Edinburgh Live
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
West Lothian star Susan Boyle 'glowing' as she soaks up sun at pals BBQ
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 Susan Boyle is 'living her best life' as she updated fans with a post in the sun. The former Britain's Got Talent star, 64, was 'glowing' as she was snapped at a friend's BBQ. Susan was wearing a white and blue striped button dress, paired with a chic sun hat, reports the Daily Record. Posting to Instagram, she added: "What lovely weather we're having! "Yesterday I popped round to a friend's for a wee BBQ! Great food, great company, and plenty of laughs in the sunshine!" Her loyal legion of fans were quick to rush to the comments, praising the singer on how great she's looking. One simply wrote, "Your looking great Susan." Another fan echoed, "You look great Ms. Boyle! So good to see you thriving and living your best life," as a third quipped, "Laughs as often as possible, delighted to see you so at ease." "Hi Susan brilliant to see you & looking so Well & Happy. BBQ' s are the Best with Good Friends & Family. Take care," penned another fan. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Someone else wrote, "So glad you are enjoying life Susan!You look brilliant. Love your beautiful voice. Do you ever come to Ireland to sing??" "Great stuff Susan , looking gorgeous as always," chimed one fan, as another added, "Susan you look fabulous, lovely to see you relaxed and having fun x" "What a great way to relax, sunshine and friendships are precious memories," quipped another. As someone else joked, "You are such a beautiful lady . Warm regards from Sydney/Australia. I hope you graced them with a song." Susan Boyle, the vocal powerhouse who shot to fame with her stunning rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream" from Les Misérables on BGT in 2009, continues to win over fans to this day. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Despite being the runner-up to dance troupe Diversity, her introductory album broke global sales records, topping over 10 million units sold. Following the ITV competition, the West Lothian sensation, lovingly dubbed 'SuBo', has maintained a comparatively quiet life, treasuring her Scottish roots. Nonetheless, she made waves on an international stage when she starred on America's Got Talent: The Champions in 2018 and received a golden buzzer courtesy of Mel B, despite not securing a spot in the final five. More recently, Susan featured at the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 with her singing talent and is now poised to delight attendees at the forthcoming National Prayer Breakfast for Scotland in Edinburgh. Expressing her excitement to RSVP Live, she said: "I am thrilled to be performing at the Scottish Prayer Breakfast. My faith has always been my strength and backbone throughout my career."
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Susan Boyle 'glowing' as she soaks up Scottish weather at BBQ with pals
Former Britain's Got Talent star Susan Boyle, 64, delighted fans with an update on social media as she enjoyed a BBQ with friends as the country basked in a rare run of hotter weather. Susan Boyle has taken to social media with a delightful life update. The Scottish singing sensation took to Instagram, as she shared a snippet of how she's been enjoying the better weather. The 64-year-old former Britain's Got Talent star looked absolutely glowing, as she grinned in the snaps at a pal's BBQ. She donned an airy white and blue striped button dress, paired with a chic sun hat. Not one to miss out on the warmer weather across Scotland being the green light for an alcoholic beverage, Susan seemed to treat herself to a glass of fizz. "What lovely weather we're having! Yesterday I popped round to a friend's for a wee BBQ! Great food, great company, and plenty of laughs in the sunshine!," she wrote alongside a sun emoji. Her loyal legion of fans were quick to rush to the comments, praising the singer on how great she's looking. One simply wrote, "Your looking great Susan." Another fan echoed, "You look great Ms. Boyle! So good to see you thriving and living your best life," as a third quipped, "Laughs as often as possible, delighted to see you so at ease." "Hi Susan brilliant to see you & looking so Well & Happy. BBQ' s are the Best with Good Friends & Family. Take care," penned another fan. Someone else wrote, "So glad you are enjoying life Susan!You look your beautiful voice. Do you ever come to Ireland to sing??" "Great stuff Susan , looking gorgeous as always," chimed one fan, as another added, "Susan you look fabulous, lovely to see you relaxed and having fun x" "What a great way to relax, sunshine and friendships are precious memories," quipped another. As someone else joked, "You are such a beautiful lady . Warm regards from Sydney/Australia. I hope you graced them with a song." Susan Boyle, the vocal powerhouse who shot to fame with her stunning rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream" from Les Misérables on BGT in 2009, continues to win over fans to this day. Despite being the runner-up to dance troupe Diversity, her introductory album broke global sales records, topping over 10 million units sold. Following the ITV competition, the West Lothian sensation, lovingly dubbed 'SuBo', has maintained a comparatively quiet life, treasuring her Scottish roots. Nonetheless, she made waves on an international stage when she starred on America's Got Talent: The Champions in 2018 and received a golden buzzer courtesy of Mel B, despite not securing a spot in the final five. More recently, Susan featured at the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 with her singing talent and is now poised to delight attendees at the forthcoming National Prayer Breakfast for Scotland in Edinburgh. Expressing her excitement to RSVP Live, she said: "I am thrilled to be performing at the Scottish Prayer Breakfast. My faith has always been my strength and backbone throughout my career."
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
ITV Britain's Got Talent's Susan Boyle's life now from secret boyfriend to baby plans
Britain's Got Talent star Susan Boyle has been quiet about a romance with an American doctor as she opened up about her love life and plans for the future Susan Boyle, the vocal powerhouse who shot to fame with her stunning rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream" from Les Misérables on Britain's Got Talent in 2009, continues to win over fans to this day. Despite being the runner-up to dance troupe Diversity, her introductory album broke global sales records, topping over 10 million units sold. Post-competition, the West Lothian sensation, lovingly dubbed 'SuBo', has maintained a comparatively quiet life, treasuring her Scottish roots. Nonetheless, she made waves on an international stage when she starred on America's Got Talent: The Champions in 2018 and received a golden buzzer courtesy of Mel B, despite not securing a spot in the final five. More recently, Susan featured at the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 with her singing talent and is now poised to delight attendees at the forthcoming National Prayer Breakfast for Scotland in Edinburgh. Expressing her excitement to RSVP Live, she said: "I am thrilled to be performing at the Scottish Prayer Breakfast. My faith has always been my strength and backbone throughout my career." In terms of reaching out to her fanbase, Susan Boyle has taken to social media with vigorous delight, proclaiming: "Hi, I'm Susan Boyle. Follow my journey on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. I'm back! Definitely back and I can't wait to do it all for you." Susan Boyle has generated excitement among her fans by sharing a touching update, mentioning that she is returning with some new and thrilling ventures. According to Edinburgh Live, SuBo also observed her own birthday, hinting at festivities with the message: 'Today's a special day - it's my birthday!, reports Leicestershire Live. She said: "But I've got something exciting to share... I'm back and working on some wonderful new projects that I can't wait for you to hear about!". The star from Britain's Got Talent added: "More news will be coming very soon, but I just wanted to say how much I've missed you all. Your support means the world to me and I'm more determined and excited than ever. Love, Susan x." A captivating part of Susan Boyle's life since achieving fame involves her under-the-radar romance with a US doctor she met on tour. The pair has cultivated their bond away from the limelight, maintaining his anonymity. In a candid interview with The Mirror, Boyle preserved her partner's confidentiality and humorously remarked about the relationship status, saying: "I don't want to reveal the doctor's name. It's nothing serious at the moment. I will send him a picture of my weight loss – if he's a good boy! I do enjoy male companionship." Reflecting on possibly starting a family, Boyle mentioned potential plans to adopt: "I would love to adopt a child too but my cat might get jealous. I don't want to see a cat and a baby fighting. It's something I might do later." Delving into her private affairs with discretion, she said: "I don't want to say any more about who he is right now as that would be unfair on him. All I'll say is we are around the same age and he was a very nice guy." Susan Boyle has candidly spoken about her personal life, touching on a romantic encounter. She said: "I did have a gentleman friend, a doctor. We went for lunch but I didn't tell anyone." Regarding future love interests, the celebrated singer shared her realistic stance: "But if I had a man friend it would be purely platonic - I've been on my own too long now to get married." Boyle has openly talked about her familial aspirations, expressing a sense of loss for not having children of her own during an interview with Lady Magazine. She said: "I love children," and added, "I've never had any of my own, that's my biggest regret." Considering fostering as another avenue to build a family, Boyle faced setbacks due to practical reasons: "I've a lovely house, why not share it?" Nonetheless, adoption was not in the cards because of her age. Open to different possibilities of bringing a family into her life, Boyle continues to consider alternative means to fulfill her dream of becoming a parent. Despite amassing around £22 million from her music, Susan Boyle leads a fairly modest life when it comes to finances. She once shared with Piers Morgan that she keeps to a weekly budget of £300-£500, which she feels is "plenty" for her necessities. Boyle remains in her familial home in Blackburn, West Lothian. She's vocally appreciative of her roots and the significance of self-authenticity, a sentiment she elaborated on to OK! Magazine. She explained: "It's to do with the memories of your house and your upbringing, you need to take stock of things and maybe see where you come from and where your roots lie. It's best to be grounded and with your roots. It keeps you grounded and prevents you from saying things maybe you shouldn't say." The Britain's Got Talent star, Susan Boyle, was seen at Knock House Hotel in County Mayo, marking an unusual public outing. The hotel conveyed their excitement on social media with a snapshot of Susan, alongside the caption: "It was our pleasure to welcome Susan Boyle back to Knock House again recently. "Susan is a fabulous Lady and we always love to see her return time and time again to Knock House Hotel. In a delightful twist, Susan Boyle recently experienced a heartwarming reunion with comedian Peter Kay as she attended his performance in Glasgow, a full 12 years after their Comic Relief collaboration on the single 'I Know Him So Well'. Taking to Instagram to share the special occasion, she posted: "A reunion 12 years in the making! Susan Boyle and Peter Kay back together again after she went to see his hilariously brilliant show 'Peter Kay Live' in Glasgow. How has it been 12 years since their Comic Relief video came out? !". Back in 2016, Susan opened up about her health journey, revealing that she had shed two stone following a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis four years earlier. She admitted: "I needed to stop eating sweeties and cakes. It's the bane of my life." Highlighting the significance of maintaining good health, she further commented: "I had to lose the weight for my health."
Edinburgh Live
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Britain's Got Talent's Susan Boyle's life now
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 Susan Boyle, the most celebrated Britain's Got Talent graduate, rocketed to fame with her astonishing 2009 rendition of I Dreamed a Dream from Les Misérables, which left judges and viewers gobsmacked. Finishing in second place after losing out to dance troupe Diversity, her first album, I Dreamed A Dream, was an international sensation, selling upwards of 10 million copies across the globe. Post-fame, West Lothian's SuBo has preferred a quieter life while holding fast to her Scottish roots. READ MORE - Coronation Street's child star has fans saying the same thing after transformation READ MORE - Prince Harry takes 'unthinkable risk' over Deliveroo order on UK visit Boosting her international credentials further, Susan graced America's Got Talent: The Champions in 2018, securing a golden buzzer moment thanks to Mel B but didn't make the final cut, falling outside of the top five. In 2021, she lent her voice to the Tokyo Olympics' Opening Ceremony. Looking ahead, Boyle is slated for a performance at the upcoming National Prayer Breakfast for Scotland in Edinburgh, sharing her excitement by saying, "I am thrilled to be performing at the Scottish Prayer Breakfast. My faith has always been my strength and backbone throughout my career.", reports RSVP Live. Most recently, Boyle has made a splash on social media, bursting with news for her followers: "Hi, I'm Susan Boyle. Follow my journey on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. I'm back! Definitely back and I can't wait to do it all for you." Marking her birthday with a bang, she teased: 'Today's a special day - it's my birthday! But I've got something exciting to share... I'm back and working on some wonderful new projects that I can't wait for you to hear about!'. Britain's Got Talent icon Susan Boyle has teased fans with a touching update: 'More news will be coming very soon, but I just wanted to say how much I've missed you all. Your support means the world to me and I'm more determined and excited than ever. Love, Susan x. '. A lesser-known fact about Susan Boyle's life post-Britain's Got Talent fame involves an American doctor she met while touring. They started a romance, keeping it discreet with his identity away from the public eye and no media snapshots. In a frank exchange with The Mirror, Susan kept schtum on her beau's name, jokingly connoting it's not quite serious yet: "I don't want to reveal the doctor's name. It's nothing serious at the moment. I will send him a picture of my weight loss – if he's a good boy! I do enjoy male companionship." With thoughts of family on her mind, Susan Boyle mentioned, "I would love to adopt a child too but my cat might get jealous. I don't want to see a cat and a baby fighting. It's something I might do later." In more personal disclosures, Susan confided, "I don't want to say any more about who he is right now as that would be unfair on him. All I'll say is we are around the same age and he was a very nice guy." Susan Boyle reflected on her love-life, disclosing previous encounters: "I did have a gentleman friend, a doctor. We went for lunch but I didn't tell anyone." She elaborated on her thoughts about future relationships, stating candidly, "But if I had a man friend it would be purely platonic - I've been on my own too long now to get married." Susan Boyle has long been open about her regret in not having children, saying in an interview with Lady Magazine: "I love children, "I've never had any of my own, that's my biggest regret." Despite considering fostering, due to her age she wasn't eligible to adopt. She shared that she had thought about sharing her "I've a lovely house, why not share it?" with a child, but it seemed that it wasn't meant to be. More recently, there have been hints that Susan is considering other options to start a family. Thanks to her successful music career, Susan is reported to have amassed a £22 million fortune, but despite her wealth, Susan has said that she gets by on a modest weekly allowance. Previously, in a conversation with Piers Morgan, she mentioned that she allows herself £300-£500 per week, describing it as "plenty" for her needs. Susan still resides in the house she grew up in, in the Blackburn area of West Lothian. She spoke about the importance of staying grounded, telling OK! Magazine: "It's to do with the memories of your house and your upbringing, you need to take stock of things and maybe see where you come from and where your roots lie. It's best to be grounded and with your roots. It keeps you grounded and prevents you from saying things maybe you shouldn't say." The Britain's Got Talent star made a rare public appearance recently at the Knock House Hotel in County Mayo. A photo of Susan was posted on the hotel's social media with the caption: "It was our pleasure to welcome Susan Boyle back to Knock House again recently. "Susan is a fabulous Lady and we always love to see her return time and time again to Knock House Hotel. Pictured here with the lovely Des Dugan from the team at Senior Times LIVE!". Meanwhile, Susan recently had a reunion with comedian Peter Kay after attending his show in Glasgow, 12 years after their Comic Relief single I Know Him So Well. She posted on Instagram: "A reunion 12 years in the making! Susan Boyle and Peter Kay back together again after she went to see his hilariously brilliant show "Peter Kay Live" in Glasgow. How has it been 12 years since their Comic Relief video came out? !". Back in 2016, Susan made public that she had shed two stone in weight, revealing she had been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes four years earlier. She admitted: "I needed to stop eating sweeties and cakes. It's the bane of my life. "I had to lose the weight for my health."
