ITV dismisses claims of ‘fixing’ following Sun investigation
BRITAIN’S Got Talent bosses have denied allegations the show is ‘recycling’ contestants from other shows – including old BGT episodes.
An investigation by The Sun found that of the sixty acts whose auditions have been screened on ITV this year.
Around fifteen of them have already appeared on a Got Talent show, have links to Simon Cowell and other BGT talent or came to the show as a ‘professional’.
“So we shouldn’t punish these people for trying to better themselves and utilise every platform on offer to showcase their talent.”
A BGT spokesman added: “All acts enter the competition with the hope of elevating their career to the highest level and help to reach massive new audiences which Britain’s Got Talent brings in.
“As we’re all aware, the pandemic affected so many lives, particularly those that work in the entertainment industry, and it is wrong to deny these people the opportunity to showcase their talents and entertain the nation, and ultimately perform in front of royalty at the Royal Variety Performance.
“As has always been the case, Britain’s Got Talent is open to everyone.”
BGT returns tonight at 8pm on ITV1.
