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BGT live semi-final thrown into huge chaos as TWO acts not ready leave Ant and Dec scrambling to fill time
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SIMON Cowell was left looking baffled and annoyed when the semi final was thrown into chaos not once, but TWICE.
The first time that the show was thrust into a state of upheaval on Saturday night, was when an eight year old magician failed to arrive on stage for his semi final performance.
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Eight year old Teddy Magic was due to perform as the second act on Saturday's show, but Ant and Dec were forced to make an announcement beforehand.
Ant and Dec shared with the audience - and judges - how Teddy was delayed backstage.
When the Geordie duo announced this, Simon looked baffled.
Ant and Dec then affirmed how he is only eight years of age, but Simon didn't seem sympathetic of the fact.
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The hosting duo were then left scrambling to fill the gap, asking Simon about the dinosaur act again even though he'd already spoken about it.
Ant and Dec then announced that the young magician would not be coming out yet, and would emerge on stage later instead.
Vinnie McKee - who got a Golden Buzzer during his audition earlier on in the series - then came out on stage and performed, leaving viewers even more baffled.
Viewers were quick to react, with some saying how Ant and Dec proved themselves to be professionals once again, and others questioning why young children are allowed on the show.
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"I hope Teddy is okay. Ant & Dec yet again prove their professionalism, knowing how to fill up the void and get the show going when things don’t go to plan," penned one viewer.
A second person then said: "I'm thinking that's why young kids shouldn't be on this show."
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A third then added: "Poor kids probably struggling with stagefright, and yall are being absolutely disgusting to him. 'He's had ages, why is the act not ready, it's a joke, he's not getting through' ect, he's a kid!!"
While a fourth said: "Oh poor teddy. Hope he comes back #BGT."
And a fifth penned: "Poor lad. I bet he is really stressed out. His tricks are not ready. Come on lad. We're all rooting for you."
After Vinnie performed and a break was then had, Ant and Dec revealed that there was ANOTHER chaotic issue with the show.
Timeline of BGT Winners
Britain's Got Talent has been thrilling fans since it burst onto the scene in 2007.
Here we take a look at all the BGT winners - from the first ever one to the most recent:
2007: Paul Potts - The first ever winner of BGT was opera singer Paul Potts. He saw off competition from Connie Talbot, The Bar Wizards, Bessie Cursors, Damon Scott and Kombat Breakers to win.
2008: George Sampson - In series two of Britain’s Got Talent a young George Sampson wowed judges and viewers with his impressive dance moves.
2009: Diversity - Dance troupe Diversity scooped the BGT crown and beat of competition from singer , who was strongly tipped to win the show.
2010 - Spellbound: Gymnastic troupe Spellbound really impressed judge Simon Cowell with their stunning routines and incredible stunts in 2010. At the time, the music mogul said: “I can only say on live television that was one of the most astonishing things I have ever seen.”
2011 - Jai McDowall: Viewers were stunned when Jai McDowall won the show in 2011, as young singer Ronan Parke was the favourite to win the series.
2012 - Ashleigh and Pudsy: Ashleigh Butler and her adorable pooch Pudsey stole hearts when they performed in series six of the talent show.
2013 - Attraction: Hungarian shadow artist group Attraction won the seventh series of Britain’s Got Talent. The squad had taken part in the German version of BGT in 2012, however, they had only placed seventh.
2014 - Collabro: Classical music band Collabro faced tough competition in the 2014 final as all the finalist were singers, but they went on to scoop the crown.
2015 - Jules O’Dwyer & Matisse: Dog lovers everywhere could't get enough of Jules O’Dwyer and pet pup Matisse. The impressive duo even performed on a tightrope to secure their win.
2016 - Richard Jones: Army man Richard Jones became the first magician in the show’s history to win Britain’s Got Talent.
2017 - Tokio Myers: Pianist Tokio Myers impressed the judges with his blend of classical and electronic music.
2018 - Lost Voice Guy: Stand-up comedian Lost Voice Guy, who performs with a speech synthesiser, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when he was six months old. However, he defied the odds and is a BGT champ.
2019 - Colin Thackery: Veteran army officer Colin Thackery warmed the nations hearts with his singing voice. He was crowned winner of BGT after singing Michael Ball's Love Changes Everything.
2020 - Jon Courtenay: Singer and pianist Jon Courtenay was Ant and Dec's Golden Buzzer act. After he won the £250,000 prize he said: ""Just amazing, I can't believe it."
2022 - Axel Blake: Comedian Axel Blake scooped the crown after the show was off air for two years during Covid.
2023 - Viggo Venn: Known for his high-vis jackets, comedian Viggo Venn was victorious in 2023.
2024 - Sydnie Christmas: The reigning champ is singer Sydnie Christmas.
The duo revealed how there was a second act - a dance group - who were delayed back stage.
They shared how there was a "technical problem" with The Blackouts.
Simon, once again, looked fuming with the technical issue, as Ant and Dec chatted to the judges while the crew backstage scrambled to sort things out.
"Jesus Simon looks fuming with all the mistakes in tonight’s show," penned one person.
"I’ve never seen Simon look so angry in my life," said another.
"..seriously, a second issue! Christ. Simon will be FUMING," added a third.
While a fourth wrote: "Nah Simon is fuming it keeps going wrong…live Tv for ya."
Ant and Dec then revealed that the technical issue had been fixed and The Blackouts were about to take to the stage to perform.
Despite the issue getting sorted, viewers at home were still unimpressed.
"It’s all going swimmingly with tonight," said one viewer in a sarcastic manner.
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Another said: "What a bloody joke!"
While a third penned: "This first live show isn't going according to plan is it."
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