Judge Simon Cowell addressed the situation for the first time, saying that he spoke to David before the axing and left the decision of who shall be the new judge up to the producers.
Speaking about Walliams’ comments, Simon said: “It’s not the ethos of the show. I said at the time, these comments were completely unacceptable. I hadn’t heard them before and it was upsetting.
“But from where I sat, this wasn’t something I believe that was constant. Most of the time he seemed very respectful. We did say to the two producers you have to make the final decision. Because I am an executive producer, but they’re more hands-on. And in the end, it was their decision. Obviously, everyone had some input. The network, Fremantle, all of us.”
The TV personality told The Mirror how he spoke to David after what happened: “We had a conversation, but he owned what he said. He wasn’t proud of what he said. It’s not something I would ever condone.”
Read our BGT blog below for the latest news and updates…
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Why is David Walliams not on BGT?
In November 2022, it was revealed that David decided to step down from his position on Britain’s Got Talent.
The announcement came just after Walliams was forced to apologise for foul-mouthed comments about contestants.
A source told The Sun at the time: “He hasn’t taken the decision lightly, but it just feels like time to move on.”
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Big shake-up
BRITAIN’S Got Talent viewers all have the same complaint as the new series kicked off.
But just minutes into the first episode viewers were left seriously frustrated with producers.
They took to social media to slam bosses for how the programme is edited, branding it “awful”.
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What time is BGT tonight?
Tune in for more madness, mayhem, and of course, talent when BGT auditions return tonight.
It’s back on ITV1 at 7.45pm.
Can’t wait.
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Baby love
BGT fans going wild for Amy-Lou from Birmingham after the preggers singer wowed with a version of Beyonce’s hit Listen.
Simon even revealed he was a Brummie too – well, his parents.
Awesome.
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Fan fury
While loads of people are happy Bruno is in, others are pining for an old favourite.
David Walliams quit the show after a scandal last year.
Eeek.
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Star boy
Did you see Amanda and Alesha break down in tears after BGT star Killean’s performance?
The 13-year-old with autism burst into tears after wowing Simon Cowell with his magic tricks.
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Super Simon
Gotta love Simon Cowell.
He’s just like us mere mortals really.
Did you see him chipping in to help the entertainer burst a balloon with… a fart?
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Birthday blow-out
Did you see Ant and Dec’s reaction when the comic blew a birthday popper with a fart?
Then he blew out his birthday cake the same way.
Taxiiii.
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Golden Blunder
BGT fans couldn’t believe it when Bruno pressed the Golden Buzzer in the middle of the Ghetto Kids’ performance – instead of at the end.
A shocked Simon Cowell asked him: “Have you even watched the show?”
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Baby love
BGT fans going wild for Amy-Lou from Birmingham after the preggers singer wowed with a version of Beyonce’s hit Listen.
Simon even revealed he was a Brummie too – well, his parents.
Awesome.
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Birthday blow-out
Did you see Ant and Dec’s reaction when the comic blew a birthday popper with a fart?
Then he blew out his birthday cake the same way.
Taxiiii.
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Star boy
Did you see Amanda and Alesha break down in tears after BGT star Killean’s performance?
The 13-year-old with autism burst into tears after wowing Simon Cowell with his magic tricks.
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New record-er set
For most bonkers act…
Surely goes to this dude playing the recorder with his… nose.
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Just magic
The Britain’s Got Talent audience was blown away by the audition of 13-year-old Cillian.
The magician left viewers in tears as he opened up about his autism.
He added: “I’ve learned that having autism is not a disability, it’s an ability.
“When I was younger I was unable to interact with people, I felt incomplete, I felt invisible.”
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Golden Blunder
BGT fans couldn’t believe it when Bruno pressed the Golden Buzzer in the middle of the Ghetto Kids’ performance – instead of at the end.
A shocked Simon Cowell asked him: “Have you even watched the show?”
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Torture!
Well, Bruno said it best.
That Darth Vader character didn’t stand a chance did he?
Four rejections from the judges.
Ahh well. Best send him to a galaxy far, far away.
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Bruno’s blunder
The Strictly judge has certainly made an impression during his first stint as a BGT judge.
The 16th series was back on Saturday night with star acts including the Ghetto Kids who got the first Golden Buzzer of the series.
New judge Bruno made a blunder by pressing the Golden Buzzer, before the incredible Ugandan dance act had even finished.
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Why is David Walliams not in BGT?
In November 2022, it was revealed that David decided to step down from his position on Britain’s Got Talent.
The announcement came just after Walliams was forced to apologise for foul-mouthed comments about contestants.
A source told The Sun at the time: “He hasn’t taken the decision lightly, but it just feels like time to move on.”
-
Big shake-up
BRITAIN’S Got Talent viewers all have the same complaint as the new series kicked off.
But just minutes into the first episode viewers were left seriously frustrated with producers.
They took to social media to slam bosses for how the programme is edited, branding it “awful”.
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What time is BGT on tomorrow?
Tune in for more madness, mayhem, and of course, talent when BGT auditions return tomorrow.
It’s back on ITV1 at 7.45pm.
Can’t wait.
-
Super Simon
Gotta love Simon Cowell.
He’s just like us mere mortals really.
Did you see him chipping in to help the entertainer burst a balloon with… a fart?
-
Birthday blow-out
Did you see Ant and Dec’s reaction when the comic blew a birthday popper with a fart?
Then he blew out his birthday cake the same way.
Taxiiii.
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Ghetto fabulous
BGT fans can’t get enough of the talented Ugandan dance troop.
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Bruno gives golden buzzer to Ghetto Kids before they finished
And they still killed it with confetti all over the stage.
Ha!
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Golden Buzzer
Yessss! Did you see Bruno give the Ghetto Kids the first golden buzzer?
Fans are going mad right now.