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Two Britain's Got Talent judges given 'big talking to' by ITV bosses
Metro.co.uk and 2 more
- ITV executives gave Britain's Got Talent judges Amanda Holden and Simon Cowell a formal dressing-down after they plotted a stink-bomb prank behind the scenes in Blackpool.
- Holden confirms the stink-bomb plan emerged from a joke-shop excursion and notes production told them they weren’t allowed to use them.
- Cowell describes the moment as mischievous yet controlled, reflecting a willingness to push boundaries within the show’s backstage culture.
- The incident is framed as part of ongoing backstage drama rather than a disruption to filming, with crowds at Blackpool adding to the atmosphere.
- A new reference reveals that the 2026 BGT auditions will air on ITV1 and ITVX, continuing the show’s national rollout.
- KSI joins the judging panel in 2026, with the lineup signaling a push to modernize the show for younger audiences.
- Amanda Holden highlights the northern crowd as a dynamic, lively mix that differs from other regions, contributing to the show’s chaotic charm.
- Metro coverage emphasizes that despite backstage drama, the judges still generated behind-the-scenes chaos that fuels the show’s appeal.
- New interview material shows KSI admitting he caused havoc on set during a Golden Buzzer moment, reinforcing the panel’s chaotic energy.
- The prize remains substantial with a £250,000 cash award and a royal-variety performance, underscoring BGT’s enduring appeal.
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