Latest news with #LiveFinal
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
When is the Britain's Got Talent final 2025?
BRITAIN'S Got Talent 2025 is drawing to a close, with eight excellent acts having already qualified for the series showpiece. Two semi-finalists can still make it all the way to the live grand finale — here's everything you need to know so you don't miss it. 3 3 ITV bosses have confirmed the date for the highly anticipated Britain's Got Talent 2025 final. Running for a whopping two hours and 45 minutes, the Britain's Got Talent: Live Final gives fans the chance to vote for for a winner throughout the night. Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli will be on hand to give their final thoughts — as will influencer KSI. The Sun revealed KSI would be back for both the live semi-final and final. When is the Britain's Got Talent: Live Final 2025? The highly anticipated showpiece of Britain's Got Talent 2025 is officially scheduled to air on Saturday, 31st May. The sensational spectacle will kick off at 7pm on ITV1 and ITVX. It marks the culmination of the show's 18th series, which featured a new format for both auditions and live shows. BGT 2025's new schedule This year's BGT started earlier than usual, with auditions commencing in February and live shows running weekly from late April. Unlike previous years, where the semi-finals were broadcast on consecutive nights, the 2025 series spread its semi-finals across several weeks, each one airing on a Saturday evening. This change allowed BGT to occupy an extended Saturday night slot throughout spring. Davina McCall makes emotional surprise appearance on Britain's Got Talent as Amanda Holden fights back tears Road to the Live Final The 2025 series introduced a significant twist: the Golden Buzzer was available during the semi-finals — not just the auditions. Each night, a judge or hosts Ant & Dec could send one act directly to the final, bypassing the public vote. Other finalists were determined by the public vote. As of May 22, 2025, the confirmed finalists are: Blackouts (Golden Buzzer) Olly Pearson (Golden Buzzer) Jasmine Rice (Golden Buzzer) Joseph Charm (Golden Buzzer) Vinnie McKee (Public vote) Stacey Leadbeatter (Public vote) Ping Pong Pang (Public vote) Hear Our Voices (Public vote) Despite being voted out, Max Fox also dropped a big clue that he will make a surprise comeback in the final. 3 Following his elimination from the show, he wrote on Instagram: 'What a ride! 'Last night my Britain's Got Talent journey came to an end — but I've never felt prouder. 'From standing in the audience with a dream in my heart… to singing on that stage in front of millions, this experience has been nothing short of life-changing. "I've waited 19 years for that moment — and every second of it was worth it. 'To everyone who voted, shared kind words, and believed in me — thank you from the bottom of my heart. "Your support has meant more than you'll ever know. 'This might be the end of BGT for now… or maybe not — wildcard, anyone?' The full list will be confirmed after the fifth semi-final, which takes place on Saturday, May 24, 2025 — a week before the final. On May 31 we will see the remaining acts compete for the coveted crown of BGT champion.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Britain's Got Talent grand final date CONFIRMED as ITV reveal details for bumper movie-length event
One BGT act has hinted that he'll be back as a wildcard FINAL TIME Britain's Got Talent grand final date CONFIRMED as ITV reveal details for bumper movie-length event Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRITAIN'S Got Talent fans will need to stock up on popcorn as this year's final is going to be a bumper movie-length show. Bosses at ITV have now confirmed the date for the hotly-anticipated live final - and it is going to be a good one. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 The Britain's Got Talent: Live Final will be almost three hours long Credit: Peter Jordan 4 KSI will be returning for the final Credit: AFP The Britain's Got Talent: Live Final will run for a whopping two hours and 45 minutes. Fans will be given their chance throughout the night to vote for who they want to see crowned the winner. Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli will be on hand to give their final thoughts - as will KSI. The Sun has revealed the influencer would be returning to BGT for both this weekend's live semi-final show and the Live Final. KSI previously stood in for Bruno while he was filming Dancing With The Stars in the US, and for Simon following the tragic death of One Direction star Liam Payne. This year's BGT: Live Final will take place on Saturday May 31 at the Hammersmith Apollo in West London. It has now been confirmed the extra-long show will air from 7pm until 9.45pm on ITV1. This year's full list of finalists is yet to be confirmed but one BGT star has dropped his biggest hint yet that he will be there. Max Fox was eliminated a nail-biting semi-final, having previously been given the chance to audition after begging Simon to let him have a go. The singer had shouted to Simon from his seat in the audience during a break in auditions. Britain's Got Talent branded a 'fix' by fuming viewers after 'wrong act' gets through to finals The crowd even demanded a Golden Buzzer moment and Amanda obliged. But Max missed out on a place in the final after coming second in the public vote during a live semi-final. He had belted out My Way for a second time and his performance prompted Simon and Amanda to get to their feet and give him a standing ovation. Despite being voted out, Max has dropped a big clue that he will be making a surprise comeback on May 31. Max has touted the idea of him being brought to the Live Final as a wildcard performance. Following his elimination from BGT, he wrote on Instagram: 'What a ride! 😍 'Last night my Britain's Got Talent journey came to an end - but I've never felt prouder. 'From standing in the audience with a dream in my heart… to singing on that stage in front of millions, this experience has been nothing short of life-changing. I've waited 19 years for that moment - and every second of it was worth it. 'To everyone who voted, shared kind words, and believed in me - thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your support has meant more than you'll ever know. 'This might be the end of BGT for now… or maybe not - wildcard, anyone?' 4 Singer Max Fox has hinted he could return for the final Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
