Britain's Got Talent: Amanda Holden teases new series as KSI joins panel
Amanda Holden joked about her nipples while teasing the new series of britain's got talent, as the programme returns Saturday at 7pm ET with KSI now on the judging panel in place of Bruno Tonioli. The comments, the fresh judging line-up and recent Blackpool auditions have set expectations for a lively, unpredictable run.
Britain's Got Talent start time
The new series begins on Saturday at 7pm ET. The first audition episode is scheduled to run 85 minutes. The series will not air on one weekend in March because of a major sporting final, and its schedule could also shift in mid-May because of an international song contest final.
Amanda Holden's saucy tease
While promoting the upcoming run, Amanda Holden joined the other judges in a chat that included a cheeky exchange about exposed nipples during auditions. When another judge noted that "nipples were being stretched, " Amanda replied bluntly: "That was just me!" The presenter, who is back on the panel for a 19th time, has long been associated with risqué wardrobe choices and has previously noted that every outfit is checked before she leaves her dressing room. "I think people should have fun with fashion, " she has said, and she described this year's audition atmosphere as feeling "very loose and very chaotic. "
Why KSI replaced Bruno Tonioli
KSI is joining the panel as a full-time judge for the new series, stepping into the role previously held by Bruno Tonioli. He has familiarity with the show, having filled in during prior episodes when the regular judge was unavailable. Observers have described KSI's arrival as a notable change to the dynamic on the panel.
Blackpool auditions and what to expect
Auditions were recently filmed in Blackpool's Winter Gardens, continuing a run of seaside auditions for the programme. Amanda said the Blackpool audiences were "feral" in a positive sense, with fans running down aisles and frequent selfies contributing to a raucous atmosphere she said doesn't happen in London. The series will once again offer the winner a slot at the Royal Variety Performance and a cash prize of £250, 000. There will be no companion spin-off this season, leaving the main show as the primary outlet for behind-the-scenes moments.
Key takeaways and forward look
- If the high-energy Blackpool crowds carry through to the televised episodes, the series may generate strong audience engagement in its early weeks.
- KSI's transition to a permanent judging role marks a deliberate shift in panel tone ahead of the show's milestone years.
As the series launches Saturday at 7pm ET, viewers can expect a mix of rowdy audition crowds, candid banter from the judges, and a judging panel recalibrated by the addition of KSI. The coming weeks will show whether the new balance of personalities changes the kinds of acts that advance and how audiences respond to the updated on-air dynamic.
