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Britain’s Got Talent Viewers ‘Switch Off’ Minutes Into ITV Premiere

Britain’s Got Talent Viewers ‘Switch Off’ Minutes Into ITV Premiere
Britain’s Got Talent Viewers ‘Switch Off’ Minutes Into ITV Premiere
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Britain’s Got Talent Viewers ‘Switch Off’ Minutes Into ITV Premiere

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Britain’s Got Talent Viewers ‘Switch Off’ Minutes Into ITV Premiere

Explosive Start for BGT

ITV’s long-running entertainment juggernaut Britain’s Got Talent returned on Saturday night for its 19th series, reuniting presenters Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly with judges Simon Cowell, KSI, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon for the 2026 run.

The premiere delivered the trademark spectacle audiences have come to expect. Among the standout acts was Liwei Yang, who stunned the theatre by juggling a flaming table using only her feet — a high-risk performance that immediately raised the bar. Paul Nurrari, previously a finalist on Australia's Got Talent, also impressed the panel as he sought to make his mark on the UK edition of the franchise.

Yet within minutes of the broadcast, social media reaction was sharply divided. Some viewers questioned whether the format still feels fresh in its 19th outing, with one writing: “Not even 10 minutes in and I am switching off Britain's Got Talent.” Others, however, welcomed the show’s return, praising its blend of humour, unpredictability and emotional storytelling.

Ahead of the launch, Cowell admitted he found it difficult to call a potential winner this year, citing the strength and variety of the audition pool. Amanda Holden reiterated her long-standing wish for a choir to take the crown, reflecting her desire to see the prize shared more widely.

Since its 2007 debut, the Syco-created format has produced global breakout names including Susan Boyle and dance troupe Diversity, cementing its place as one of ITV’s most enduring entertainment brands. Britain’s Got Talent is available to stream on ITVX.

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