Britain’s Got Talent 2022: David Walliams hilariously rips open his shirt as he joins dancing granny, 77, on stage during jaw-dropping audition… much to the dismay of Simon Cowell who looks on in horror
David Walliams hilariously ripped open his shirt as he joined a dancing ‘granny’ on stage during her Britain’s Got Talent audition on Sunday.
The comedian, 50, wasted no time in stripping down to his trousers as he marched away from the judge’s panel to join 77-year-old Joy Weir in front of the London Palladium.
While prancing around on stage to 90s dance tracks, Simon Cowell looked on in horror at the Whitburn-native, before firmly pushing his red buzzer and squinting in horror.
Hysterical: David Walliams hilariously ripped open his shirt as he joined a dancing ‘granny’ on stage during her Britain’s Got Talent audition on Sunday
Realising what his co-star was about to do, the media mogul shook his head and mouthed, ‘No,’ as the Little Britain writer tore off his black shirt while bouncing up and down.
He then knelt to kiss Joy’s hand while Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon looked on in astonishment. She was sent through to the next round with three yeses.
When the children’s author flashed a phone gesture, his new pal looked confused before he joked: ‘I’m telling you to call me!’
Upon her arrival, she said: ‘Hello my name is Joy Weir and I’m from a town called Whitburn, West Lothian and in fact I’m about two miles from where Susan Boyle stays.
Unimpressed: While prancing around on stage to 90s dance tracks, Simon Cowell looked on in horror at the Whitburn-native, before firmly pushing his red buzzer and squinting in horror
When Alesha asked why she was auditioning, Joy replied: ‘It was my grandkids, so I’ve got to do it for them haven’t I?’
Her playlist consisted of Beauty and The Beast’s A Tale As Old As Time, Scooter’s The Logical Song, and Scots’ Bits N Pieces.
‘David showing his cheekiness side on stage with Joy but it was a great audition #BGT.’
Amused viewers flooded to Twitter to write: ‘I loved joy and David #BGT,’ along with, ”David showing his cheekiness side on stage with Joy but it was a great audition #BGT.’
Wasn’t expecting that! Upon her arrival, she said: ‘Hello my name is Joy Weir and I’m from a town called Whitburn, West Lothian and in fact I’m about two miles from where Susan Boyle stays
Doting nan: When Alesha asked why she was auditioning, Joy replied: ‘It was my grandkids, so I’ve got to do it for them haven’t I?’
On his way: The comedian, 50, wasted no time in stripping down to his trousers as he marched away from the judge’s panel to join 77-year-old Joy Weir in front of the London Palladium
New lady? When the children’s author flashed a phone gesture, his new pal looked confused before he joked: ‘I’m telling you to call me!’
Another added: ”I would go clubbing with joy why not bless her but David does my head in at time #BGT #BritainsGotTalent.’
Elsewhere, Simon pressed his golden buzzer for comedian Axel Blake, who admitted he signed up for the show to inspire his 12-year-old son to ‘believe in himself,’ adding, ‘Put your mind to it and anything can happen.’
The property maintenance specialist then cheekily said to the head judge, ‘If you need a kitchen done, Simon, let me know,’ to which he replied, ‘I do actually Axel,’ before asking for a good rate since they’re ‘friends’ now.
The contestant joked, ‘Press that and we’ll be cool,’ referring to the golden buzzer, which will send him straight to the semi-final.
Oh dear: Realising what his co-star was about to do, the media mogul shook his head and mouthed, ‘No,’ as the Little Britain writer tore off his black shirt while bouncing up and down
Gentleman: He then knelt to kiss Joy’s hand while Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon looked on in astonishment. She was sent through to the next round with three yeses
Out of this world: Her playlist consisted of Beauty and The Beast’s A Tale As Old As Time, Scooter’s The Logical Song, and Scots’ Bits N Pieces
At the end of the set, Simon lauded the auditionee with praise for being the ‘first person to make a joke about Covid and it was funny. After what everyone’s gone through, we needed this show on air and acts like you.’
He then said: ‘I like a granite top and a waste disposal unit. You give me 20 percent off and you get this,’ before reaching over to the highly-coveted button while the crowd went crazy.
Later on, IMD Legion, a 36-piece dance crew aged between 11 to 35 and based in east London tried their luck in front of the panel again, having competed in 2015’s series of the ITV talent show.
The troupe had reached the semi final before being knocked out by a margin of 0.9% of the audience vote but certainly wowed this time around with their sharp moves and expertly-choreographed set.
Funny: Amused viewers flooded to Twitter to write: ‘I loved joy and David #BGT,’ along with, ”David showing his cheekiness side on stage with Joy but it was a great audition #BGT’
Claiming they are ‘tighter’ and ‘train harder’ than last time around, they were given four ‘easy’ and ‘gigantic’ yeses from Simon, Amanda, Alesha and David for their ‘perfect’ performance.
Aneeshwar Kunchala, a 7-year-old schoolboy from Cheshire recited poetry about wildlife conservation and saving the planet, much to the adoration of Amanda and Alesha. David Walliams had surprised him at school and encouraged him to audition.
Secondary school teacher Tom Ball, 23, who revealed he aspired to be like similarly-named Alfie Boe, blew away audiences with his rendition of Writing’s On The Wall by Sam Smith, and was sent through as the final act of the night.
Heartwarming: Aneeshwar Kunchala, a 7-year-old schoolboy from Cheshire recited poetry about wildlife conservation and saving the planet, much to the adoration of Amanda and Alesha
Adorable: Dante Marvin, 13, from Liverpool performed a comedy song about his brittle bone disease, and received a standing ovation before being sent through to the next round
Singing: Secondary school teacher Tom Ball, 23, who revealed he aspires to be like similarly-named Alfie Boe, blew away audiences with his rendition of Writing’s On The Wall by Sam Smith, and was sent through as the final act of the night
Adorable Dante Marvin, 13, from Liverpool performed a comedy song about his brittle bone disease, and received a standing ovation before being sent through to the next round.
Britain’s Got Talent kicked off the latest series in style on Saturday night as the vocalist who sang The Greatest Showman hit, Never Enough, bagged the first golden buzzer of the series.
Loren Allred, 32, is credited on the blockbuster’s soundtrack – which reached number one in the UK and international charts – has garnered 62 million views on YouTube with the song and has even collaborated with Michael Bublé and Andrea Bocelli.
Joker: Elsewhere, Simon pressed his golden buzzer for comedian Axel Blake, who admitted he signed up for the show to inspire his 12-year-old son to ‘believe in himself,’ adding, ‘Put your mind to it and anything can happen’
Golden buzzer: At the end of the set, Simon lauded the auditionee with praise for being the ‘first person to make a joke about Covid and it was funny. After what everyone’s gone through, we needed this show on air and acts like you’
Wow! He then said: ‘I like a granite top and a waste disposal unit. You give me 20 percent off and you get this,’ before reaching over to the highly-coveted button while the crowd went crazy
And Loren looked set for even greater success after Amanda excitedly pressed her buzzer for the singer – who was previously embroiled in a fix row amid her worldwide success.
Following an awful rendition of the popular song from a previous contestant, the judges were soon floored when Loren then walked on the stage and announced she was the original singer of the song from the 2017 film.
Expressing his shock at Loren audition, Simon – who’s favourite film is The Greatest Showman – exclaimed: ‘Oh my god! So you sang one of the biggest songs of all time. You’ve revealed it wasn’t the actress who sang the song in the movie — it was you singing the song.’
Return: Later on, IMD Legion, a 36-piece dance crew aged between 11 to 35 and based in east London tried their luck in front of the panel again, having competed in 2015’s series of the ITV talent show
Gutted: Impressive! The troupe had reached the semi final before being knocked out by a margin of 0.9% of the audience vote but certainly wowed this time around with their sharp moves and expertly-choreographed set (pictured in 2015)
Impressed: Claiming they are ‘tighter’ and ‘train harder’ than last time around, they were given four ‘easy’ and ‘gigantic’ yeses from Simon, Amanda (pictured), Alesha and David for their ‘perfect’ performance
She then went on to belt out the track, which was mimed to by actress Rebecca Ferguson in the movie, leaving the audience and judges in awe of her voice.
After receiving a standing ovation, Simon asked: ‘Why didn’t you get that big deal after the song?’
She replied: ‘I was more comfortable singing behind the scenes, but I kinda feel like the song was meant for me and now I’m ready to put a face to the song.’
And as the judges then gave their verdicts, Amanda reached over and pressed her golden buzzer, much to the shock and joy of Loren.
Yay! Britain’s Got Talent kicked off the latest series in style on Saturday night as the vocalist who sang The Greatest Showman hit, Never Enough, bagged the first golden buzzer of the series
Speaking after pressing her buzzer, Amanda, 51, remarked that she was ‘absolutely shaking’, telling Loren that she ‘cant believe we had this opportunity to give you your moment to shine.’
Alesha said that a ‘superstar had arrived’ before describing the performance as ‘otherworldly’.
While big fan Simon gushed: ‘It was one of the most incredible audition moments I’ve ever experienced, I’m speechless!’
He added: ‘Timing in life is everything, maybe this is your moment now.’
Impressed: Loren looked set for even greater success after Amanda Holden excitedly pressed her buzzer for the singer – who was previously embroiled in a fix row amid her worldwide success
In shock after coming off the stage, Lauren told hosts Ant and Dec: ‘I cant believe that just happened, I wasn’t expecting that!’
Watching the action unfold, viewers at home were quick to take to Twitter to give their verdict on Loren’s performance.
‘Wow wow wow one of my favourite songs from one of my favourite films! A truly incredible version of The Greatest Showman song Never Be Enough. What a voice jeeez I have goosebumps. You belong on that stage with your name in big lights! Superstar’ shared one.
While another remarked: ‘Lauren deserves her moment I don’t see any problem in this fair play girl! You have a beautiful voice and this is your time!’
Shocking: Lauren claimed that she is, in fact, the voice behind Never Enough but actress Rebecca Ferguson (who plays Jenny Lind in the movie) had lip-synced to her vocals on-screen
It’s me! Following an awful rendition of the popular song from a previous contestant, the judges were soon floored when Loren then walked on the stage and announced she was the original singer of the song from the 2017 film
Moment in the spotlight: ‘I was more comfortable singing behind the scenes, but I kinda feel like the song was meant for me and now I’m ready to put a face to the song’
‘WOW JUST WOW’ tweeted a third impressed viewer.
A fourth watcher simply put: ‘What a voice.’
With another impressed fan adding: ‘I’ve got goosebumps. what a way to return.’
Creator Simon proudly said during a recent press conference for the ITV talent show that America’s Got Talent bosses were ‘furious’ when they discovered their UK counterparts had bagged the New Yorker.
Congratulations! And as the judges then gave their verdicts, Amanda reached over and pressed her golden buzzer, much to the shock and joy of Loren
Wowed: Speaking after pressing her buzzer, Amanda, 51, remarked that she was ‘absolutely shaking’, telling Loren that she ‘cant believe we had this opportunity to give you your moment to shine’
Having already released an EP after signing with Island Def Jam Music at 19-years-old, she tried her luck on The Voice in the US back in 2012, where her mentor was Maroon 5’s Adam Levine until she was sent home in the live shows.
The Syco founder has previously gushed about his love of the film, claiming he is ‘obsessed’ and even organised a meeting with its leading man Hugh Jackman.
The thrilling episode saw several acts impress the judges and make it through to the next stage of the competition.
Among the successful acts were Matricks Illusion double act Alexander and Emily Jesson, who wowed the audience with their quick-change performance.
So moved: Amanda greeted a stunned Loren with a hug on stage
What just happened? In shock after coming off the stage, Lauren told hosts Ant and Dec: ‘I cant believe that just happened, I wasn’t expecting that!’
What a voice: Lauren sang her heart out on stage
While Scooter Boys left everyone on the edge of their seats thanks to their daredevil stunts.
However, the performance got off to a scary start when they fell from the ramp, causing medics to rush on stage for assistance.
Luckily, the lad recovered well to perform with his pals, with the quartet earning four yeses from the judges.
Other successful performers on the night included ventriloquist Jamie Leahey, Martial arts act Temple London and Dance troupe Les Sancho.
Reaction: Watching the action unfold, viewers at home were quick to take to Twitter to give their verdict on Loren’s performance
Elsewhere, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house when unsuspecting contestant Nick was surprised on stage my his mum and young daughters, who thought the surprise would be the only way to get him to audition.
After being given time to prepare, the dad performed a moving song dedicated to his daughters, with the performance leaving everyone – including Dec and Amanda – in tears.
The hit ITV talent show was previously postponed due to safety concerns and the restrictions brought about by tier systems and lockdowns.
Bosses of the show said that despite the efforts of the teams at ITV, Thames and head judge Simon’s Syco, they were forced to call plans off.
Successful: Loren, 32, is credited on the blockbuster’s soundtrack which reached number one in UK and international charts (pictured with Hugh Jackman)
Wow! She has garnered 62 million views on YouTube with the song and has even collaborated with Michael Bublé (pictured) and Andrea Bocelli
At the time they said: ‘With our absolute priority of safeguarding the well-being and health of every person involved in the programme from judges, hosts and contestants to all of the crew and audience, the decision has been made to – unfortunately – move the record and broadcast of the 15th series of Britain’s Got Talent to 2022.
‘BGT is known for its diversity of talent with big dance groups, wonderful choirs and lavish orchestras at its heart, and it has become clear that not only is it not possible to film auditions with these types of acts in a secure way but also that they are not able to adequately rehearse and prepare safely.
They finished: ‘Safety has to come first and, as a result, the recording of the show can’t currently go ahead as planned.’
Awesome: Among the successful acts were Matricks Illusion double act Alexander and Emily Jesson, who wowed the audience with their quick-change performance
Go for it lads: While Scooter Boys left everyone on the edge of their seats thanks to their daredevil stunts
Fun: Young ventriloquist Jamie Leahey, 13, will take to the stage
Dancing: Dance troupe Les Sancho showed off their moves
Wow: Martial arts act Temple London show off their jawdropping skills
Last month, Amanda revealed that Simon is planning a permanent move back to the UK – and insisted that he isn’t quitting TV.
The Heart Breakfast presenter says music mogul Simon, 62, who resides between California and London, is ‘aiming to spend more time at home’ now fiancée Lauren Silverman’s son Adam is ‘growing up’ and she’s become an ‘adopted Brit.’
In an exclusive interview, Amanda, who sits on the Britain’s Got Talent judging panel alongside close pal Simon, says he’s still ‘hungry’ for success but is keen to enjoy family life as he plans his upcoming wedding to Lauren.
Amanda told MailOnline: ‘He is amazing and him and Lauren are in the best space.
Talent: Elsewhere, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house when unsuspecting contestant Nick was surprised on stage my his mum and young daughters, who thought the surprise would be the only way to get him to audition
Surprise! Nick was stunned to see his mother and two daughters on stage
Emotional: Amanda was moved to tears by his performance
‘We had a lovely family lunch together on Sunday and he’s very, very chilled and knows exactly what he wants from life now – he’s not retiring by any means.
‘He is full of ideas and has some amazing ideas on the back-burner. It is in Simon’s blood, it is terminal, the hunger, the creativity, maybe in the end Simon won’t be on camera but he’s always going to be involved. He just wants to reap some of the things that he’s sown and enjoy life a bit better.
‘They’re going to be aiming to spend some more time in the UK, which is really nice for me.
Britain’s Got Talent continues on Saturday April 23 at 9pm on ITV.
Ready for more: Britain’s Got Talent continues on Sunday April 17 at 7.35pm on ITV
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