Britain's Got Talent star unrecognisable 15 years after sobbing on stage
27.04.2024 - 14:09
/ ok.co.uk
It’s been 14 years since Hollie Steel graced our screens on Britain's Got Talent, captivating audiences with her angelic voice and youthful innocence. At just 10 years old, she stood as a favourite to claim the coveted title, impressing judges Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden with her performances. However, amidst the competition's intense pressure, Hollie faced a heart-breaking moment during the semi-finals when she suffered a panic attack live on stage.
Tears streaming down her face, Simon Cowell made the unprecedented decision to allow her to restart her performance, propelling her into the finals.
Despite her remarkable talent, she ultimately secured a sixth-place finish, overshadowed by the success of dance group Diversity. Since her time on the show, Hollie has undergone a remarkable transformation. Now 24 years old, she has gone to release three albums and perform in huge venues like New York’s Carnegie Hall.
Hollie trained at college in London for three years, where she graduated with a Diploma in Musical Theatre in 2017. Hollie landed the role of Louisa von Trapp in Andrew Lloyd Webber's UK tour of The Sound of Music and has also performed aboard cruise ships in the Caribbean, starring as Frenchy in Grease on board Harmony of the Seas. Her talents have continued to shine, garnering a loyal following of over 22,000 on Instagram and 50,000 subscribers on YouTube.
However, behind the glitz and glamour, Hollie has been candid about her battles with PTSD and panic attacks, stemming from her traumatic experience on Britain's Got Talent. In an interview with The Sun, Hollie recalled: “I get this thing where I swallow when I'm nervous, so I started doing that and then I couldn't control it. "And obviously I didn't have the
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