Britain’s Got Talent’s Bruno beats Alesha and Amanda with ‘attention-seeking’ move on first audition show

Britain's Got Talent auditions took an explosive turn as Simon Cowell was reportedly set on fire by one hopeful contestant.

SIMON Cowell was set alight by a masked performer at today's Britain's Got Talent auditions, according to reports. The music and TV mogul, who voluntarily took part in the act, had no idea his head was going to be engulfed in flames, nor did the audience who screamed in terror.

AMANDA Holden once again donned a very daring look as she went braless to make a huge radio announcement. The Britain's Got Talent judge bravely revealed all as she stepped out in London's Leicester Square. Amanda, 51, is no stranger for her striking looks, and it appears she's sticking to that philosophy as she stepped out for the cameras.

BRITAIN'S Got Talent bosses have found themselves facing another headache thanks to new judge Bruno Tonioli. The announcement of his place on the panel has been mostly well-received but he has been causing chaos on set, mostly down to his larger than life personality. A source has now told The Mirror that he is still causing problems for show bosses as a result of him constantly getting up from his seat.

BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT’S Amanda Holden left a fan in tears with a surprise twist that gave them the chance to audition.  In a major show switch-up, for the first time in BGT history members of the public can put forward acts they believe could be perfect for the ITV series.  If they get chosen, one of the judges will surprise the acts to let them know the life-changing news themselves. Amanda, who has been on the show for the past 16 years, was the first judge to get to make their shocking visit.  A source exclusively told The Sun: "Amanda surprised the act at a theatre - she sneaked in with the camera crew and it was really touching - the act was thrilled to meet Amanda and couldn't believe their family had put them forward for the show.

Ashley Roberts then reminded Amanda of Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury’s romance, which began in the 2019 series and is still going strong after the couple welcomed their first child this week.Amanda insisted: “I mean that's a one-off, that's a fabulous story.”Earlier this month, Amanda and Robson Green joined Alex Jones and Ronan Keating on The One Show to discuss their latest projects.Amanda donned a bright yellow dress paired with high heels, while the Grantchester star opted for a white shirt and navy trousers.The TV star even addressed whether her pal Alan Carr would be replacing David Walliams on Britain's Got Talent, before it was confirmed that Bruno Tonioli would be getting the role on the panel.Alan and Amanda recently teamed up on a BBC project in Italy, where they attempted to renovate a rundown property."Were there any points where you thought this could rock the boat?"The BGT judge simply replied: "I am going to be honest and say no."Because we're really fond of each other and we are very honest as well."And I think that we were just quite straight talking."So if there was anything that was bothering us or we didn't think we could do whatever...we were just straight talking, [and] just said it to each other."Amanda did have one criticism of her pal, as she added: "Alan gives up too quickly, that would be my only criticism."He is like, 'I can't do it'...we had a lovely bar quite close."Despite giving up easily, the TV presenter praised Alan for "doing everything" with the renovation work.

Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Terry Crews hit the group Golden Buzzer for English singer Tom Ball on Monday's episode of America's Got Talent: All-Stars.Tom, 24, a finalist on Britain's Got Talent nervously returned from Burgess Hill, England, where he works as a teacher, to compete in the all-star competition.On top of everything, Tom said he was going to get married in five days. He quietly started to sing Simon & Garfunkel's song The Sounds of Silence, but minutes into it his voice changed and he loudly belted out the remainder of song.  Group effort: Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Terry Crews hit the group Golden Buzzer for English singer Tom Ball on Monday's episode of America's Got Talent: All-StarsThe judges and audience were so moved by his emotional performance they gave him a standing ovation.'You're like Susan Boyle's grandson because what you do is not what we expect,' Simon Cowell, 63, said.

BRITAIN’S Got Talent’s judges leave the auditions — as it was revealed Amanda Holden mocked newcomer Bruno Tonioli by calling him “Bruno Tortellini”. But the Italian, 67, was not fazed by the insult and said: “Bruno Tagliatelle, Bruno Tortellini, I’ve been called worse.” Amanda’s quip came during Friday’s auditions at the London Palladium.

BRITAIN’S Got Talent is bigger than rival Strictly Come Dancing insists new judge Bruno Tonioli. He’s a shock addition to the ITV panel after 17 series on the BBC’s Strictly, but Bruno reckons: “This is the biggest show on TV — I mean it, it is now that I’m here.” And he says his relationship with fellow judges Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden is “great” after an unseemly pay row overshadowed news of his new job.

EXCLUSIVE: Amelia Brown, Managing Director of Britain’s Got Talent, The X Factor and Too Hot to Handle producer Thames, is leaving to set up an entertainment production company.

DAVID Walliams has shown off his new look after stepping down as a judge on Britain's Got Talent. The TV star looked worlds away from his old self as he sported a thick grey beard after being replaced by former Strictly Come Dancing star Bruno Tonioli.

NEW Britain’s Got Talent judge Bruno Tonioli reportedly caused chaos on his second day on the job. Audience members claimed he “didn’t understand the rules” after The Sun told how he broke them on the first day by pressing the Golden Buzzer mid performance. Bruno is the latest addition to the panel, replacing David Walliams, as he joins , Amanda Holden, Simon Cowell and Alesha Dixon  and got to work this week.

EXCITABLE new Britain’s Got Talent judge Bruno Tonioli has admitted he was rapped on the knuckles for his antics after the first day of auditions. Alesha, 44, repeatedly told the demonstrative Italian dancer, 67, to sit back down before eventually pushing him into his seat yesterday. It came after Alesha and Amanda Holden rounded on Bruno — first for being too harsh on hopefuls then for hitting his golden buzzer before an act finished.

SEETHING judges Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon vowed to quit Britain’s Got Talent over pay — hours before filming began for the new series. They were unhappy about newcomer Bruno Tonioli’s rumoured deal and made a pact to walk out of contract talks on Monday night. However the hugely popular pair, said to be making a principled stand for women, were persuaded to stay by frantic ITV bosses.

BRUNO Tonioli has been seen for the first time with the Britain’s Got Talent cast. The 67-year-old was pictured arriving at auditions alongside Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Simon Cowell  - following a huge pay row. Long-standing judges Amanda and Alesha were furious that Bruno’s salary matches their own — said to be £850,000.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli has replaced David Walliams on Britain’s Got Talent.

Amanda Holden was all smiles as she arrived at the Britain's Got Talent launch in Soho, London on Tuesday.The talent judge looked incredible as she flashed her toned legs before she headed into the venue.Auditions have kicked off for ITV's Britain's Got Talent and it has since been confirmed former Strictly Come Dancing judge, Bruno Tonioli, has replaced David Walliams on the panel for Britain's Got Talent.The first day of auditions returned to the London Palladium following weeks of speculation that David had stepped down from the judging panel after 10 years.Co-hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly were pictured entering the London theatre on Tuesday alongside creator and judge on the show Simon Cowell, wearing his classic grey jumper and black aviator sunglasses.But it was ITV favourite Amanda who caught everyone's attention as she donned a stylish number.She opted for a denim blue blazer dress with a shoulder pad and single-breasted design for the first day of auditions.The TV star accessorised her look with a pair of towering patent leather block heels that elongated her long legs.The age-defying beauty added a selection of gorgeous jewellery to her look, including a Van Cleef and Arpels clover bracelet.Her signature blonde locks hung in loose waves as she sported a glamorous palette makeup.Amanda, Simon Cowell, and Alesha Dixon are set to be joined by Strictly's Bruno Tonioli when the latest series of Britain’s Got Talent begins filming.However, ahead of the first batch of auditions, Alesha and Amanda are reportedly stuck in a battle over salaries.It comes after reports claimed the two judges are furious over Bruno's pay packet.Amanda and Alesha are refusing to sign their contracts after being told the new judge

AMANDA Holden looked incredible as she arrived at Britain's Got Talent auditions in London. Auditions for series 16 of Britain's Got Talent kicked off today and judge Amanda, 51, was snapped on her way looking as stylish as ever. Turning up the glamour, Amanda opted for a navy mini blazer dress that perfectly flaunted her endless legs.

BRUNO Tonioli isn’t just a dancing expert - but a financial whizz as well, as he’s raked in over £3.3m through his TV firm. The 67-year-old recently won the battle to takeover from David Walliams on Britain’s Got Talent and in doing so has tripled his Strictly salary to £850,000. But the latest accounts from his company Fulvia Ltd reveal that he’s already got plenty of cash in the bank.

BRITAIN’S Got Talent judges Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon are refusing to sign new contracts in a pay row over Bruno Tonioli. The long-serving pair are furious that the newcomer’s salary matches their own — said to be £850,000. It has plunged the ITV show into crisis, with filming due to start on Tuesday.