Simon Cowell blasted as ITV BGT fans accuse show of being ‘scripted’ after audition dramatically paused: ‘Set up!’
Simon Cowell’s seemingly spontaneous decision in the latest episode of Britain’s Got Talent has left fans fuming about the show’s “predictable” nature.
The ITV classic continued on Saturday, and while several memorable acts took to the stage, it was the final audition shown, a singer, who sparked a social media storm.
Louise Hall, 29, entered the stage as the final act of the episode, hoping to impress the judges with her vocals.
The teacher expressed how much winning would mean to her before she began to sing Something Beautiful by Jacob Banks. However, just seconds in, Cowell gestured for her to stop.
“Sorry, do you have a second song?” the judge interjected as the room filled with silence.
“I do,” Louise replied, to which Cowell suggested: “I think if you’re going to do this, and this obviously means a lot to you – I think you’ve really got to stop overthinking this for a second and just let go.”
Louise nodded nervously as Cowell went on: “That was kind of like, what I call a polite audition.”
“OK, I’ll fight in this one for you, Simon,” the determined singer assured him.
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“I think for yourself, you should,” Cowell pointed out. Seconds later, different music was playing as Louise began to sing And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going by Jennifer Hudson.
Her singing ability left judges Bruno Tonioli, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden impressed, but Cowell was still unsure by the end of the audition.
However, he eventually decided to give Louise a “yes” and the opportunity to make it through to the next round.
However, fans weren’t convinced by the plot-twist performance, with some accusing the show of being “scripted” and “predictable”.
Some took to X to vent their frustrations, with one writing: “How b****y predictable #BGT.”
“Oh god the old 2nd song trick #bgt,” another dubious viewer penned.
“Bgt is more scripted than EastEnders and Coronation Street #bgt #britainsgottalent,” someone else shared.
“That old chesnut. A ‘second song’… come off it, Simon. #BGT,” a fourth demanded.
“Go on Simon. Stop her 3 seconds in for the 2nd song. It’s on my BGT bingo card. Thanks. #BGT #britainsgottalent,” a different social media user quipped.
“How many people knew Simon was gonna do that #BGT,” someone else asked.
“So set up its un f***ing believable, same s**** different year #britainsgottalent,” one fumed.
However, some were pleased Cowell suggested the change and applauded the audition, with one writing: “Wow brought tears to my eyes, she well deserved with golden buzzer.” (sic)
Thankfully for Louise, the four “yes” results means she has a shot at making it to the live shows, which are set to begin soon.