Simon Cowell, the impresario behind Britain’s Got Talent, has once again stirred up excitement with a striking remark about an act just days before the show’s 2025 premiere.
The hit ITV series is set to return next Saturday, February 22, featuring judges Simon, , Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli, and special guest KSI, all on a mission to uncover the UK’s next big talent.
In anticipation of the new season, a tantalising trailer dropped, giving fans a glimpse of the thrilling talent lined up. It’s in this preview that Simon is heard exclaiming his enthusiasm for one particular act: “This is the best act we’ve had in 18 years!”
Known for his candid critiques, Simon’s latest proclamation has left audiences eagerly awaiting the reveal of the act in question.
The trailer not only teases Simon’s bold statements but also showcases the moment he hits the Golden Buzzer, propelling a fortunate act straight through to the live shows. This year’s series comes after a delay in auditions last October, following the heartbreaking loss of Liam Payne.
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Britain’s Got Talent returns to screens next week with special guest guest KSI (Image: itv)
The judges had initially convened at Blackpool Winter Gardens to commence the season, but Liam’s untimely death led to a postponement of the auditions. .
Singer Liam Payne, formerly of the boyband One Direction, died tragically at 31 after a fall from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Authorities reported the incident occurred at the Casa Sur Hotel, where medics confirmed his passing in the courtyard, reports .
Following the devastating news, the Britain’s Got Talent auditions were postponed by production company Fremantle UK, with a spokesperson conveying condolences to Liam’s loved ones.
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Simon Cowell made another bold statement on the ITV show (Image: ITV)
Simon Cowell, who had known Liam since the singer’s days as a 14 year old contestant on The X Factor, penned an emotional tribute on .
He wrote, in part: “You never really know how you feel about someone until a moment like this happens. Liam, I am devastated. Heartbroken. And I feel empty.”
He continued, “And I want you to know how much love and respect I have for you. Every tear I have shed is a memory of you.”
Britain’s Got Talent returns to screens on Saturday February 22 at 7pm on ITV1