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Daily Record
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Britain's Got Talent's Alesha Dixon sparks divide over rogue golden buzzer decision
Britain's Got Talent's latest semi-final saw judge Alesha Dixon send one act straight to the final after awarding him the golden buzzer - but not everyone is happy about it. Britain's Got Talent's Alesha Dixon has sparked some mixed opinions after she awarded the golden buzzer to semi-finalist Joseph Charm. The semi-finals this year such a huge change as the introduced the golden buzzer into the live shows for the first time ever, which means an act can now be sent straight through to the final. It was introduced in 2014, where two of the acts made it to the final. The judging panel, which is made up of Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli will now be given another opportunity to see their favourite acts in the final stages of the competition, in the hopes of them being victorious. During Sunday evening's Britain's Got Talent semi-final on May 18 that aired a day late due to the Eurovision final, it was judge Alesha Dixon who had the power. Acts Hear Our Voice, Idolls, Joseph Charm, Max Fox, Maya Giotea, Obsequious, Papi and TK Magic took to the stage and any one of them could have received the buzzer. Papi received the red buzzers but it was comedian Joseph Charm who won Alesha over with his amusing and relatable routine, the M.E.N reports. In a tear-jerking moment for the comic, Alesha led his mum over to the golden buzzer and they pressed it together. Joseph's performance was definitely worthy of the fast-track to the final but some fans felt an earlier act had missed out on a potential spot in the final. Idolls are a Japanese dance troupe whose performance frightened but also very much impressed the judges and viewers. Fans of the ITV show have now expressed their disappointment that Idolls weren't chosen by Alisha. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, @James6840766879 wrote: "Idolls deserved that golden buzzer. What a cool act" Another person @cannylad23 chimed in: "Alicia should have idolls golden buzzer. No way they will get through otherwise". Meanwhile, @Natasha_H_x echoed: "mping out in front of the judges was genius! I love #Idolls !! They should of got golden buzzer!" However, other viewers were pleased for the comedian. @thisisean wrote: "OMG, that was such a heartwarming moment! Alesha hitting the Golden Buzzer for Joseph Charm with his mum's help had me tearing up!" @ThatGuyShaqq agreed: "My guy Joseph Charm got the golden buzzer". Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. The 2025 Britain's Got Talent is set to air later this month. Next week's episode on May 24 will be the fifth and final semi-final of the series. The following acts have already secured their place in the final: Blackouts (golden buzzer) Vinnie McKee (public vote) Olly Pearson (golden buzzer) Stacey Leadbeatter (public vote) Jasmine Rice (golden buzzer) Ping Pong Pang (public vote) Joseph Charm (golden buzzer) Hear Our Voices (public vote) Britain's Got Talent airs on Saturday at 7pm on ITV1 and is available to stream on ITVX.
Edinburgh Live
19-05-2025
- 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.
Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Britain's Got Talent fans fume over Alesha Dixon's rouge golden buzzer decision
Britain's Got Talent fans were left divided as judge Alesha Dixon gave the golden buzzer to semi-finalist Joseph Charm, with some taking to Twitter to say they were 'upset' Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon left fans with mixed feelings after she awarded the golden buzzer to semi-finalist Joseph Charm. This year's semi-finals saw a significant shift as they introduced the golden buzzer into the live shows for the first time ever - allowing an act to be sent directly to the final. The golden buzzer was first introduced in 2014, and two of the acts that year made it to the final. Now, judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli will have another chance to see their favourite acts in the final stages of the competition, hoping to secure them the win. During Sunday's (May 18) semi-final, which aired a day later due to the Eurovision final, it was judge Alesha Dixon who had the power. As acts Hear Our Voice, Idolls, Joseph Charm, Max Fox, Maya Giotea, Obsequious, Papi and TK Magic took to the stage, any one of them could have received the buzzer. While Papi received the red buzzers, it was comedian Joseph Charm who won Alesha over with his hilarious and relatable routine. In an emotional moment for the comedian, Alesha led his mum over to the golden buzzer as they pressed it together. Joseph's routine was definitely worthy of the fast-track to the final, but some viewers felt as though an act earlier on missed out on a potential place in the final. Idolls are a Japanese dance troupe whose performance scared but simultaneously impressed the judges and viewers. Fans of the show took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express their disappointment that Idolls didn't receive the golden buzzer from Alisha. One tweeted: "Idolls deserved that golden buzzer. What a cool act". Another shared a similar sentiment, saying: "Alicia should have idolls golden buzzer. No way they will get through otherwise". Meanwhile, someone else posted: "mping out in front of the judges was genius! I love #Idolls ! ! They should of got golden buzzer!". On the other hand, some viewers were thrilled for the comedian, with one commenting: "OMG, that was such a heartwarming moment! Alesha hitting the Golden Buzzer for Joseph Charm with his mum's help had me tearing up!". Another also celebrated, tweeting: "My guy Joseph Charm got the golden buzzer". Elsewhere on Sunday night's show, the Britain's Got Talent judges slammed politicians for failing the Post Office subpostmasters that were wrongfully penalised after faulty technology was introduced to track and monitor books. On Sunday night, the Hear Our Voice choir, made up of people affected by the Post Office scandal, took to the stage. The group performed to huge cheers from the live studio audience, and impressed judges Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli and Amanda Holden. Following the emotional performance, the judges hit out at politicians both from the past and present day for failing the subpostmasters. Bruno addressed the Hear Our Voice choir and said: "It comes from my heart, the ordeal, the injustice you've been subjected to is unimaginable. The power that be, whoever they are, make it right, right now, it cannot go on forever, it's totally ridiculous." Alesha called for Bruno to be made Prime Minister following his comments and added she was "thrilled" that the group had one another for support. While Amanda said: "You turn something so awful, such a traumatic experience, into something so joyful. If Keir Starmer wants to do something and make a difference as a Prime Minister, do it now!" Head judge Cowell then shared his own anger over the scandal - and suggested politicians of the past have a lot to answer for. He said: "I'm not being political here. I think the people (in power) at the time were disgusting to you. And the fact is, this is still an ongoing story, and I really hope that this performance reminds people that there are still thousands of people out there who need justice. "And actually, seriously, they should watch the drama, which I did again, because this story is horrendous, and I have so much admiration for all of you, every one of you, for coming out here and turning something genuinely miserable into something, I suppose, positive, and is keeping your story alive, which is really, really important." The group were then voted through to the live final following votes from the public - with the group leaping for joy on stage as the result was revealed. One member of the group told host Ant McPartlin: "Thank you judges. Thank you to the families. And thank you to the public."
Wales Online
18-05-2025
- 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
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Britain's Got Talent dance stars spark mixed response amid 'satanism' concerns
Japanese dance act IDOLLS sent all kinds of chills down the spines of viewers as they took to the Britain's Got Talent stage on Sunday night as they battled for a place in the final Britain's Got Talent was accused of encouraging satanism after dance group IDOLLS left some viewers scared out of their wits. The latest round of semi-finalists competed on ITV's long-running talent contest on Sunday night, with the show airing a day later than expected due to the FA Cup Final. With the show airing on a Sunday, some viewers were alarmed to see a haunting performance. Japanese dance troupe IDOLLS wore victorian era outfits and painted their faces deathly white as they showed off their dance skills in front of judges Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli and Amanda Holden. With zombie-esque moves and ice-cold contact lenses on their eyes, the performance had a creepy edge to it. Taking to X, one viewer hit out at the performance, writing: "Some genuine satanism on #BGT, the devil is not hiding his face anymore. Gross and creepy." Another viewer simply wrote: "I'm scared #BGT." While a conflicted viewer wrote: "They are good but the IDOLLS freak me out…" Other viewers loved the dance routine - even the scary parts. One typed on X: "The jump scare was a brilliant bit of choreo. Dance acts are so frequent on this show, but none like them #BGT" - alongside clapping hands emojis. Another wrote: "An actual entertaining dance act for a change #bgt #britainsgottalent." And another satisfied viewer typed: "Loved that from Idolls - very refreshing and totally different. I love this kind of thing very creepy and hauntingly brilliant #BGT." Head judge Simon Cowell was thrilled by the performance and gushed: "I've always wanted dancing vampires to win this show" - before adding that the act stood with a chance after wowing the judges and live studio audience. Similarly, Amanda Holden also urged viewers to vote for the act as she agreed she wanted to see them in the final. She gushed: "It was eerie. They are dolls. I believed them, Simon. It was sort of murderous and chaotic and eerie and absolutely brilliant. And you are on first, as Alesha said, a great opener. I hope people don't forget about you by the end of the show. They need to vote." Sunday marked the penultimate semi-final show of the 2025 season of Britain's Got Talent, with six acts already through to the grand final. Singer Vinnie McKee was the first to be voted by the public to make to the final - while dancers The Blackouts were the first golden buzzer group to make it to the final. Singer Stacey Leadbeatter and tabel tennis themed dancers Ping Pong Pang have also been voted to the final by viewers. While guitar playing child singer Olly Pearson and opera singing drag queen Jasmine Rice also received golden buzzers to go to the final. Child magician Teddy Magic was due to perform during the first semi-final of the season - but withdrew seconds before he was due on stage. He later withdrew from the competition altogether - with his parents hopeful the eight-year-old can return for a future season of the show. There are concerns for Britain's Got Talent's future, however, as the show has been losing viewers for the second year in a row. Viewing figures have revealed the show has dropped to less than 6 million viewers per episode - however, the series has pulled in a larger audience compared to some BBC shows it has gone up against.
